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2020 Genesis G90 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 2 complaints on file for the 2020 Genesis G90 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

2

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2020 compare to other G90 years?

G90 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted32 complaints2017: 32 complaints2018: 21 complaints2019: 7 complaints2020: 2 complaints2021: 10 complaints2022: 5 complaints2023: 6 complaints2024: 6 complaints2025: 3 complaints2026: 0 complaints
G90 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2020 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2020 Genesis G90 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Lighting150%
Tires & Wheels150%

Does the 2020 Genesis G90 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

24V191000EngineMarch 8, 2024 · 28,439 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · September 26, 2020 · crash

“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…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Tires & Wheels · February 12, 2020

2020 Genesis G90 — common questions

Is the 2020 Genesis G90 reliable?

The record is thin — 2 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2020 Genesis G90 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2020 Genesis G90. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Genesis G90 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the G90 years to avoid are 2017. The cleanest record among G90 years belongs to 2026.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.