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2019 Genesis G90 Owner Complaints

Updated May 30, 20261 Critical Recalls
Ethan Miller
2019 Genesis G90 Owner Complaints

Complaint Summary

The 2019 Genesis G90 has 6 reported complaints.

  • Top issues involve electrical system and steering.

Reliability Score

Reliability Score

7.8/ 10

Based on 6 complaints

Most Frequent Issues

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 33.3%

STEERING

1 16.7%

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 16.7%

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 16.7%

ENGINE

1 16.7%

Quick Insights

  • The top category is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, accounting for 33.3% of all complaints.

  • Owners have reported issues across 5 distinct vehicle systems.

  • Note: Complaint data reflects owner reports and may not always indicate a verified defect. Compare with Recalls and TSBs for a complete picture.

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Complaint Summary

What owners keep reporting on the 2019 Genesis G90

The 2019 Genesis G90 has 6 owner complaints in this dataset. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM is the most common complaint category, representing about 33% of the reports shown here.

Most common complaint categories

The top complaint groups for the 2019 Genesis G90 are ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (2), STEERING (1), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (1).

Are these complaints a serious red flag?

Potentially. 6 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems like brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection.

What should buyers inspect on a used 2019 Genesis G90?

Start with the top complaint systems, compare them against the recall report, then inspect service records for evidence that those same areas were already repaired or monitored.

Read the full buyer guideRecall report and remedy notesMaintenance costs and intervals2018 G90 complaints2020 G90 complaints2017 G90 complaints

Detailed Complaint Log

Showing 5 of 5 systems

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 Reports33% of total

Previewing the first 2 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Genesis G90. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

4/17/2024

The contact owns a 2019 Genesis G90. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was blue smoke coming from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her fiancé test-drove the vehicle and noticed a significant amount of blue smoke coming from underneath the hood. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unknown repair was performed, but the vehicle remained at the dealer. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); which the contact related to the failure; however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

5/13/2024

STEERING

1 Report17% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 GENESIS G90. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE DETECTED FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SOUTH BAY HYUNDAI (20433 HAWTHORNE BLVD, TORRANCE, CA 90503, (310) 974-8180) HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000.*DT*JB

2/19/2021

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 Report17% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

The contact owns a 2019 Genesis G90. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact became aware of an abnormal burning odor. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was blue smoke coming from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her fiancé test-drove the vehicle and noticed a significant amount of blue smoke coming from underneath the hood. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unknown repair was performed, but the vehicle remained at the dealer. Additionally, the contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); which the contact related to the failure; however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

5/13/2024

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 Report17% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

Fuel pump failure and fuel injection failure.

6/13/2025

ENGINE

1 Report17% of total

Previewing the first 1 complaint summaries.

Fuel pump failure and fuel injection failure.

6/13/2025

About This Data

Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

What are the most common owner complaints for the 2019 Genesis G90?

The most reported complaint category for the 2019 Genesis G90 is ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, with 2 owner reports. That is about 33% of all complaints logged here. Other recurring themes include ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Are complaints about the 2019 Genesis G90 a serious warning sign?

Potentially. 6 complaint reports fall into higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components. That does not prove every vehicle has a defect, but repeated complaints in those systems justify a more careful pre-purchase inspection.

How should buyers use complaint data for the 2019 Genesis G90?

Use complaints as an early pattern to investigate, not a standalone verdict. Start with the top complaint categories, compare those themes against the recall report and maintenance guide, then inspect service records for evidence that the same problem areas were already addressed. If the same issue appears repeatedly across complaints and recalls, treat it as a real ownership-risk flag.

Are complaints about the 2019 Genesis G90 severe?

6 complaint reports involve higher-attention systems such as brakes, steering, engine, powertrain, fuel, suspension, airbags, or electrical components, which is enough to justify a focused inspection before purchase.

Complaint list entries are sourced from owner-submitted NHTSA ODI records.

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Genesis G90: How should complaint data influence buying decisions?

Use complaint patterns together with recalls and maintenance guidance to estimate ownership risk and inspection priorities.

Carfocal links complaint data directly to recall and maintenance routes for the same model year.

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  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Common Problems
  3. 03Owner Complaints
  4. 04Data and Methodology

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