Hyundai Palisade Recalls: Every NHTSA Recall by Model Year
The Hyundai Palisade has 16 NHTSA safety recalls across model years 2020–2026; the most recent is 26V169000 (Mar 19, 2026) for seat belts, covering 2026 models. The 2021 model year has the most, with 6.
Recall repairs are free at Hyundai dealers. This list is model-level, so it can't tell you whether your car is affected or already fixed. For that, check your VIN.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns · Data pulled Nov 7, 2026 · By CarWhere Research
Most Palisade recalls involve air bags (3), electrical system (2) and powertrain / transmission (2).
3 campaigns carry a do-not-drive or park-outside warning
Hyundai Palisade recalls by model year
Campaigns that cover each model year. One campaign can cover several years, so it is counted once in every year it covers.
| Model year | Recalls | Main components | Per-year check |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | seat belts, seats, electrical system | 2026 Palisade recalls |
| 2025 | 3 | air bags, seat belts, powertrain / transmission | 2025 Palisade recalls |
| 2024 | 5 | air bags, seat belts, engine & cooling | 2024 Palisade recalls |
| 2023 | 5 | air bags, seat belts, powertrain / transmission | 2023 Palisade recalls |
| 2022 | 5 | air bags, seat belts, visibility / wipers | 2022 Palisade recalls |
| 2021 | 6 | air bags, seat belts, visibility / wipers | 2021 Palisade recalls |
| 2020 | 5 | air bags, seat belts, trailer hitches | 2020 Palisade recalls |
Biggest Hyundai Palisade recalls
Ranked by the number of vehicles NHTSA lists for the whole campaign. That total often includes other models.
Palisade model years: 2020–2025
Palisade model years: 2020–2025
Palisade model years: 2020–2022
Palisade model years: 2021–2023
Palisade model years: 2020–2021
All 16 Hyundai Palisade recalls (newest first)
Mar 19, 202626V169000Seat belts2026
Component: Seat belts (status indicator switch)
Palisade model years: 2026 · about 46,787 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Hyundai Palisade and 2026 Hyundai Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with "Limited" and "Calligraphy" trim packages. The internal wiring within the third-row driver-side seat belt buckle may become damaged and result in a permanent display of a belted third-row driver-side seat on the instrument panel.
The risk: A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will install a wiring harness extension and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 8, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 297. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov March 21, 2026.
Mar 17, 202626V160000Seats2026
Component: Seats (mid/rear assembly, power adjust)
Palisade model years: 2026 · about 61,307 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 Palisade and 2026 Palisade Hybrid vehicles equipped with a Limited or Calligraphy trim package. The second and third row power seats may fail to detect a person. The seat may continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic power fold-and-stow.
The risk: A person, especially a child, may become trapped by a rear powered seat, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advised to exercise caution when operating the second and third row power seat functions until the repair is performed. Children are advised to not be in the rear seats or near the rear seating area during power-folding operation. The seat controller and the audio, visual, navigation software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 14, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 296. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 19, 2026.
Jan 26, 202626V047000Electrical system2026
Component: Electrical system (instrument cluster/panel)
Palisade model years: 2026 · about 41,651 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tucson Hybrid, Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 IONIQ 5, Santa Cruz, Kona, Palisade, Palisade Hybrid, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Hybrid, Sonata, Sonata Hybrid, and Tucson vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
The risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai's customer service at 855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 293. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 28, 2026.
Jan 22, 202626V034000Air bags2020–2025
Component: Air bags (side/window, curtain)
Palisade model years: 2020–2025 · about 568,576 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles. The side curtain air bags for third-row occupants may deploy improperly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk: Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a protective film over the rear window and remove padding, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Final remedy owner letters will be mailed in phases, beginning in June 2026 and expected to continue through December 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 292. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 24, 2026.
Sep 11, 202525V607000Seat belts2020–2025
Component: Seat belts (rear/other, buckle assembly)
Palisade model years: 2020–2025 · about 568,580 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles. The seat belt buckles in the driver, passenger, and second-row window seats may fail to latch.
The risk: Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Passengers are advised to insert the belt firmly into the buckle with a quick and direct motion, pulling on the belt to confirm the seat belt is fully secured, until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the seat belt buckle assemblies, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning October 23, 2025. Final remedy owner letters will be mailed in phases, beginning in June 2026 and expected to continue through December 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 283. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.
May 6, 202525V291000 PARK OUTSIDEPowertrain / transmission2025
Component: Powertrain / transmission (automatic transmission, fluid/lubricant, pump)
Palisade model years: 2025 · about 620 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2025 Hyundai Palisade vehicles. An insufficient seal on the controller for the electric oil pump may allow moisture to accumulate in the printed circuit board, which can cause an electrical short and result in a fire.
The risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the electric oil pump controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 278.
Feb 13, 202424V106000Engine & cooling2024
Component: Engine & cooling (engine, hard parts internal/mechanical)
Palisade model years: 2024 · about 4,245 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundia Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Palisade vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.
The risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. A hole in the engine block increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the engine sub-assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed by December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 255.
Aug 25, 202323V599000Air bags2024
Component: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification, front passenger)
Palisade model years: 2024 · about 63 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Palisade vehicles equipped with dark premium suede seats. The Occupant Detection System (ODS) may fail to detect an occupant and deactivate the passenger-side front air bags. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
The risk: Deactivated front passenger air bags will not deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will update the ODS software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26th, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 249.
Jul 27, 202323V526000 PARK OUTSIDEPowertrain / transmission2023–2024
Component: Powertrain / transmission (automatic transmission, fluid/lubricant, pump)
Palisade model years: 2023–2024 · about 52,109 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Palisade Tucson, 2023 Sonata, Elantra, and Kona vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump controller to overheat.
The risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Jun 8, 202323V415000Service brakes2023
Component: Service brakes
Palisade model years: 2023 · about 322 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Palisade vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
The risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 245.
Mar 17, 202323V180000Visibility / wipers2021–2023
Component: Visibility / wipers
Palisade model years: 2021–2023 · about 167,085 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may operate intermittently or fail to operate due to snow or ice buildup on the windshield, causing the wipers to fail.
The risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side windshield wiper arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 15, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 243. This recall is an expansion of recall number 22V-627.
Aug 18, 202222V633000 PARK OUTSIDETrailer hitches2020–2022
Component: Trailer hitches
Palisade model years: 2020–2022 · about 244,980 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 2020-2022 Palisade vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
The risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 235.
Aug 15, 202222V627000Visibility2020–2021
Component: Visibility (windshield wiper/washer, motor)
Palisade model years: 2020–2021 · about 122,949 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
The risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side windshield wiper arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 233.
May 18, 202222V353000Electrical system2022
Component: Electrical system (instrument cluster/panel)
Palisade model years: 2022 · about 158 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2022 Palisade vehicles. The instrument cluster assembly may have been manufactured with excessive adhesive, which can disable the instrument cluster display screen.
The risk: A disabled display screen will not show critical information, such as the meters, gauges, and warning lights, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the instrument cluster assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 230.
Oct 27, 202121V840000Service brakes2021
Component: Service brakes
Palisade model years: 2021 · about 995 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Palisade vehicles. The brake fluid may be contaminated, which can cause the brake master cylinder inner-cup seals to swell, and reduce braking performance.
The risk: Reduced braking performance can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, and flush the brake fluid, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 212.
Nov 7, 201919V802000Air bags2020
Component: Air bags (side/window)
Palisade model years: 2020 · about 11,217 vehicles in the whole campaign
The problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Palisade vehicles. The mounting bolts used to secure the side curtain air bags may damage the side curtain air bags during deployment.
The risk: Damaged side curtain air bags may not inflate properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 186.
How to check if your Palisade has an open recall
- Find the 17-character VIN on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield), the door-jamb sticker, or your registration.
- Enter it in the free VIN recall check. It queries NHTSA for your exact vehicle, not just the model.
- If a recall is open, call any Hyundai dealer's service department to book the free repair. Bring the recall number from the list above.
- Buying used? Ask the seller for the dealer's recall-completion printout before you pay.
Or browse by year, for example the 2026 Hyundai Palisade recall check.
Recalls are only part of the picture. Owner complaints show which years have the most problems: Hyundai Palisade years to avoid.
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Hyundai Palisade have?
16 NHTSA safety recall campaigns cover the Hyundai Palisade across model years 2020–2026. A single campaign often spans several model years, so the per-year counts in the table add up to more than 16. The 2021 model year has the most, with 6.
What is the latest Hyundai Palisade recall?
26V169000, filed with NHTSA on Mar 19, 2026: seat belts (status indicator switch), covering 2026 Palisade models. The fix is free at Hyundai dealers.
What is the biggest Hyundai Palisade recall?
By vehicles covered, 25V607000 (Sep 11, 2025), a seat belts campaign covering about 568,580 vehicles in total. That count is for the whole campaign, which can include other models besides the Palisade.
How do I check if my Hyundai Palisade has an open recall?
Run your 17-character VIN through a VIN recall check. A model-level list can't tell you whether your car was built in the affected range or has already been repaired. Any Hyundai dealer can also look up the VIN and do the repair.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are done free at franchised Hyundai dealers, whether or not the warranty has expired and wherever you bought the car. Manufacturers must offer a free remedy for vehicles up to 15 years old at the time the recall is filed, and many still repair older ones.
Sources and method
- NHTSA recalls database: every campaign for the HYUNDAI PALISADE, queried by model year through NHTSA's public recalls API (api.nhtsa.gov).
- Affected-vehicle counts are NHTSA's "potential units affected" for the whole campaign, which can include other models.
- Campaigns filed under a separate NHTSA model name (for example a hybrid or heavy-duty variant) are not included here.
- Data pulled Nov 7, 2026. Problem, risk and fix text is NHTSA's own campaign wording.