- The problem
- Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Genesis G80, 2017-2022 G90, and 2019-2022 G70 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine. The left turbocharger oil feed pipe may deteriorate and leak oil.
- The risk
- An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the left turbocharger oil feed pipe, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 3, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 019G. This recall expands and replaces recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-538 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Vehicle safety record
2020 Genesis G90 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2020 Genesis G90 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the lights (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in March 2024 for the turbo / supercharger. For comparison, the 2019 has 6 and the 2021 has 5.
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AFar fewer problems than a typical G90 year, for its age
#252 most complained-about 2020 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2020 Genesis G90 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2020 Genesis G90 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 2020 Genesis G90
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
I have experienced stability issues with multiple Genesis & Hyundai's. I will send details once I have an ID Number. I have experienced everyone of of these complaints that are currently on your website. NHTSA ID Number: 11321685 NHTSA ID Number: 11636901 NHTSA ID Number: 11504282 NHTSA ID Number: 11459002 NHTSA ID Number: 11669037 NHTSA ID Number: 11541611 NHTSA ID Number: 11496288
One night shortly after I picked up my 2020 genesis g90, I was driving home on a city street when I noticed something wrong with my headlights. As I was driving I was trying to figure out what was wrong with them. I kept thinking that there was an obstruction on the headlights that was causing some darkened areas right in the center of my field of vision. While trying to determine what was causing this, I was momentarily distracted and I brushed up against a curb causing a nasty incidence of 'curb rash' on my...
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front passenger wheel. So my brand-new g90 with less than 100 miles on it was now disfigured. The good news is I can get a brand-new wheel installed for only $1,025! After dropping eighty grand on the g90, this was actually extraordinarily bad news. I called the dealership to see if the headlights needed adjustment. I was informed that "genesis was aware of the problem but there was nothing that can be done about it". I consider this a safety defect since these darkened areas obstruct a clear view of the road at night.
The continental contriprocontact tires on my 2020 genesis g90 have a constant vibration. It feels like you are driving over rumble strips. On 2/12/2020 (1 week after purchase), called the dealer to report the problem. The dealer said they talked to genesis and genesis said they had no knowledge of a tire problem. On 2/18/2020, a second dealer (smyrma, ga) rebalanced the tires. Did not fix the problem. On 2/23/2020, a third genesis dealer said that some continental tires had a problem and were being replaced. ...
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On 3/16/2020, called the original dealer to inform them about the tire problem again. On 3/27/2020, was told ,by the original dealer, to call genesis and report the problem (case # 16932384). Genesis said they could not do anything and should call continental. On 3/27/2020, called the original dealer to have them call continental tire. On 4/2/2020, the original dealer said they could not get a response from continental tire and I should call continental tire directly. On 4/2/2020, called continental tire and they said I should go to a local tire dealer. The local tire dealer, after talking with continental tire, said they could not do anything with the tires, but I could buy a new set of tires for 50% off.
Genesis G90: every year compared
All G90 years2020 Genesis G90 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Genesis G90 | 3 | 1 | A | |
| 2020 Genesis G70 | 13 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2020 Genesis G80 | 1 | 3 | A | Compare |
| 2020 Genesis G80 Sport | 1 | 0 | A | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2020 Genesis G90
Does the 2020 Genesis G90 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Genesis G90: turbo / supercharger (March 2024). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Genesis G90?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), lights (1), steering (1).
How many complaints has the 2020 Genesis G90 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 20, 2020 and the latest on September 15, 2026. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2020 Genesis G90 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 87 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Genesis G90 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Genesis G90 years have the most complaints?
2017 (27), 2018 (16), 2019 (6). See every Genesis G90 year compared.
What should I do if my 2020 Genesis G90 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data