Hyundai Motor America (HMC) is reaching out to owners of specific Genesis G70, G80, and G90 vehicles equipped with a 3.3-liter V6 turbocharged engine about a crucial safety concern. This issue involves the oil feed pipe that could potentially deteriorate and lead to oil leakage, posing a risk of engine compartment fires.

What’s the Problem?

The defect lies in the left hand (LH) turbocharger oil supply pipe within these vehicles. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures in the engine compartment can cause this pipe to crack, potentially resulting in oil leaks onto the exhaust manifold. Such leaks significantly increase the risk of engine compartment fires.

Investigation and Decision to Recall

HMC initiated an investigation into this issue in June 2023 after reports of similar incidents in foreign markets. The Data Review Committee (DRC) noted a concerning trend of turbocharger oil supply pipe repairs during colder seasons. After escalating the investigation to the Technical Review Committee (TRC) in February 2024, HMC confirmed the need for a safety recall.

The TRC observed repeat repairs related to a prior recall (Recall 003G – 19V-538) addressing oil leak issues caused by insufficient swaging of the turbocharger oil supply pipe fitting. The affected vehicles, including those addressed in the previous recall, were manufactured before a material change to stainless steel pipes was implemented by the supplier around August 2021.

Affected Vehicles and Reports

The recall affects approximately:

• 14,186 model year 2019-2022 Genesis G70 vehicles
• 7,372 model year 2018-2020 Genesis G80 vehicles
• 6,881 model year 2017-2022 Genesis G90 vehicles

As of January 15, 2024, HMC has received 81 reports alleging the defect in the U.S. market. However, no confirmed crashes, injuries, or fires related to this issue have been reported.

Signs of Trouble

Owners should remain vigilant for signs indicating a potential problem with the oil feed pipe, including:

• White smoke
• Burning smell
• Oil leaking onto ground surfaces

What Next?

All affected vehicle owners will receive notification by first-class mail, providing instructions to visit a Genesis retailer for replacement of the LH turbocharger oil supply pipe. The recall number assigned to this issue is 019G. The NHTSA campaign number is 24V-191, replacing the previous recall number 19V-538. Vehicles previously serviced under recall 19V-538 will require another repair.