2021 Genesis G90 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Genesis G90.

20202022
Complaints
9
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
—
Recalls
1

Worst 2021 Genesis G90 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#12 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking

Crash-related:1
#21 complaints

Engine Problems

#31 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings

Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Genesis G90.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
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Fires
—
Avg Miles
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Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
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Fires
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Avg Miles
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Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
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Avg Miles
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Recalls for 2021 Genesis G90

1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~28,439 vehicles.

24V191000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo/supercharger
~28,439 affected

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.

Other Genesis G90 Years

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2021 Genesis G90 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2021 Genesis G90 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2021 Genesis G90 has 9 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 1 recall campaign. The most common issue is Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking with 2 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2021 Genesis G90?
Top reported problems: Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (2 complaints); Engine Problems (1 complaints); Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings (1 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
How safe is the 2021 Genesis G90?
NHTSA complaints for the 2021 Genesis G90 include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2021 Genesis G90 have any recalls?
Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 28,439 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2021 Genesis G90?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Genesis G90 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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