Hyundai Palisade 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Hyundai Palisade 2020 and 541 complaints filed by owners. One of them carries a do-not-drive or park-outside warning until repaired. It's the model year with the most complaints for the Hyundai Palisade between 2020 and 2025.
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Hyundai Palisade 2020? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Hyundai Palisade 2020
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 26V034000 · 2026-01-23
What happens
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."
Consequence
Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 25V607000 · 2025-09-12
What happens
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.
Consequence
Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Trailer hitch
NHTSA campaign 22V633000 · 2022-08-18 !
Owners are advised to park it outside and away from structures until repaired (fire risk).
What happens
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.
Consequence
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Visibility (glass and mirrors)
NHTSA campaign 22V627000 · 2022-08-15
What happens
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Consequence
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 19V802000 · 2019-11-07
What happens
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.
Consequence
Damaged side curtain air bags may not inflate properly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
541 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
13 with a crash · 7 with a fire · 16 injuries
Most reported problems on the Hyundai Palisade 2020
- Engine: 133 (25% of complaints)
- Wipers: 115 (21% of complaints)
- Suspension: 61 (11% of complaints)
- Seat belts: 51 (9% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 46 (9% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Hyundai Palisade 2020
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Test every wiper speed and the washer.
- Listen for clunks over bumps and see whether one side sits lower.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Hyundai Palisade recalls by year
- 2020 : 5 recalls · 541 complaints
- 2021 : 6 recalls · 445 complaints
- 2022 : 5 recalls · 315 complaints
- 2023 : 5 recalls · 406 complaints
- 2024 : 5 recalls · 394 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 251 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Hyundai Palisade 2020 have?
NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls issued for the Hyundai Palisade 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Hyundai Palisade 2020?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (133 of 541 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 21, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).