2021 Genesis G90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other G90 years
- Not enough data 4th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Genesis G90. That ranks 4th out of 10 G90 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (2 complaints, 40%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
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- 5owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Genesis G90 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 40% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 20% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Genesis G90 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
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.
Risk: An oil leak in the presence of hot engine components can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The centre console screen has completely failed and has gone black. Yes, the screen is available for inspection upon request. The screen houses access to most safety systems in the car, including the reverse camera, front camera, collision avoidance system settings, lane safety settings, blind spot…
My 2021 Genesis G90 has experienced repeated failures of the main infotainment / viewing display system, which has been replaced multiple times by authorized Genesis dealers. Despite these repairs, the defect continues to recur. On December 19, 2025, while the main display was nonfunctional, I was…
Driving on interstate at 70mph while it was raining. Signaled and changed lanes. Steering wheel started jerking left and right and the power steering light flickered on and off. The steering wheel stopped jerking and the power steering light remained on. I no longer had power steering and car was…
The vehicle started smoking and stalled out Aug 18,2023. The vehicle starting shaking then I parked it for about two (2) hours. When I tried to crank vehicle again it wouldnât crank. I attempted to complete diagnostic test but the vehicle wouldnât remain on. I contacted dealership I purchased…
This is not about a tire failure but rather dangerous mis sizing of tires from factory.I bought the car new. It was never in an accident or had a flat tire and did not have service call until this week at 13000 or so miles.the service included tire rotation and balance, but the service man called…
Other Genesis G90 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 G90 | 0 | 2 |
| 2025 G90 | 2 | 4 |
| 2024 G90 | 3 | 4 |
| 2023 G90 | 5 | 6 |
| 2022 G90 | 4 | 2 |
| 2021 | 5 | 1 |
| 2020 G90 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 G90 | 6 | 2 |
| 2018 G90 | 16 | 4 |
| 2017 G90 | 25 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Genesis G90?
Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Genesis G90?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Genesis G90 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other G90 model years, the 2021 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.