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2026 Hyundai Palisade

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
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+11 complaints in 30 days
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
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Latest Mar 19, 2026
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
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Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
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11 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 117 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade, most frequently naming the interior & seats, electrical and driver assistance categories. 3 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 17 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

3 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov

SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS:STATUS INDICATOR SWITCH

Mar 19, 2026
46,787 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 remedy: 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.
Hyundai Motor AmericaManufacturer number 297View on NHTSA.gov

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Mar 17, 2026
61,307 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 remedy: 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.
Hyundai Motor AmericaManufacturer number 296View on NHTSA.gov

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Jan 26, 2026
41,651 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 remedy: 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.
Hyundai Motor AmericaManufacturer number 293View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

Brakes
Filed Sep 22, 2026

My "Vehicle Health" reports all systems good on the BlueLink App-- however, when I open "diagnostics history", it shows 8 repeated reports under DTC: C183987 (SAFETY - Anti-lock Braking System). There is also a reports for a DTC C186B87 (ELECTRICAL- Lane Departure Warning System), and a C188087 (null). So there are 10 total reports of this in my history between 11/7/2025 to 9/18/2026. The reports for the anti-lock breaks were reviewed by the dealership and advised by Hyundais tech line that they were just glitches in computer system. However, they have continued. And on top of that, I just filed a separate report about my car accelerating when I pressed the brake (thankfully it happened in a parking lot)-- no idea if its related but its all fishy. Thus I will be going back for another review by dealership "service" team. Initially the first few reports did have an ABS light that showed up on my screen which is what prompted me to look into the app for issue only to see it said everything was fine, until I looked deeper at the historical reports. But lately there has been no ABS light showing up on my dash but the reports are still coming in.

NHTSA ID
11766136
Incident
Sep 18, 2026
BrakesDriver assistance
Filed Sep 22, 2026

INCIDENT: Pressed brakes but car accelerated. STORY: I reversed out of a parking spot, turning so I could go to the right in parking lot. Put the car in drive and proceeded driving veering right in the parking lot. I pressed brake within 5 seconds of that but the accelerated instead, so I released the brake, looked down to double check I wasn't losing my mind and confirmed, I was pushing the break when it accelerated, pressed it again but much lighter this time and it did accelerated again as I veered to the right where there were no cars parked. I parked, turned off the car and then restarted it. I was not able to recreate the incident but also, no idea why it happened and scary to think what would have happened if I was on the highway or busy road. There were no lights/alerts that showed up when it happened. I plant to take it to dealership to check. And I have read other reports of owners having the same issue with this car.

NHTSA ID
11766127
Incident
Sep 20, 2026
Brakes
Filed Sep 17, 2026

The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the brakes independently activated. The vehicle failed to drive forward or reverse. The contact stated that after several attempts to release the brakes, the brakes released. The dealer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with ABS module failure. The contact was informed that the ABS module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard and the vehicle stopped. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 8,100.

NHTSA ID
11765088
Incident
May 20, 2026
Mileage
8,100 mi
Visibility
Filed Sep 11, 2026

We purchased a New 2026 Hyundai Palisade Limited. We drove two other palisades (XRT and SEL). We did not have any issues with the windshield. We purchased a Limited trim that was not on the lot, but in a different city with the same company. We did not drive a Limited or Calligraphy since we drove two other palisades. When I drove off the lot with our new Palisade I noticed the vision through the windshield didn't seem right (like a fishbowl when looking right and cars in front at a certain distants). We thought, let's give it a week or two, since we many not be use to the new SUV. After less than two weeks we both said something isn't right with the windshield, still was distorted (fishbowl) type of look when driving. The dealship looked at it and said, this is how Heads Up Displays (HUD) are. They called Hyundai, Hyundai said the same thing. We do not have a HUD in our limited. The dealership said, yes you have a HUD on your Limited. After the dealership did more research they found out we do not have the Heads Up Display. Since the windshield contains the HUD and Acoustic for Limited and Calligraphy we do not have an option do replace the windshield with a lower line e.g. SEL. We are stuck with driving a car that could cause an acident due to not having a clear picture of vehicles in front or when turning right. We don't have no options but to drive a hazad SUV.

NHTSA ID
11763702
Incident
Aug 29, 2026
Interior & seats
Filed Sep 10, 2026

There was a recall for my 3rd row seat, my car sat at the dealer for 6 months due to it. They tell me they fixed the recall after 6 months I receive my car and my seats are not functioning. I believe the safety of my kids are at risk due to this. They have yet to take the vehicle back to fix the problem and it has been over 2 months now.

NHTSA ID
11763411
Incident
Mar 21, 2026
Driver assistance
Filed Sep 8, 2026

I first brought my vehicle to the Towson MD Hyundai Service Department, near my summer home, upon receiving a warning that the front sensor was not operating. I was advised that the issue will be covered under warranty. Imagine my surprise when I was advised that it would not be covered because the service team located documentation in the vehicle's file indicating that the sensor had been damaged while the new vehicle was being transported to or delivered to the Sarasota FL dealership where we purchased it. They said this documentation specifically chronicled the damage. I reported this to Hyunai's upper mgmt, was assigned a rep who promised to contact Sarasota on my behalf and work to resolve the issue between the two dealerships. After many weeks, she reported back that Sarasota denied that this damage had occurred because the notes/documentation Towson located could no longer be found in the system. But she assured me that they would continue working with the two dealerships to get to the bottom of what had occurred and she would get it covered. It took most of the summer, many calls from the assigned representative stating she was still trying to reach the various parties involved; very confusing as I have never had trouble reaching a service member or manager- and each time made me reiterate the issue, history, and assure that no collision had taken place. Ultimately I was informed Hyundai had determined the damage is not covered under warranty because of what they characterized as external damage, likely due to collision, Of course Iam stunned. The repair will cost approximately $2,000. I want to be unequivocally clear on this point: There has been no impact or visible damage to the front bumper verified by Towson to which she told me "Impact doesn't always show. I have read online about a number of these incidents. i feel Hyundai is clearly trying to cover an ongoing issue that they don't want to address. I am happy share my correspondence with you

NHTSA ID
11762843
Incident
Jun 10, 2026
Tires & wheels
Filed Sep 7, 2026

With 2100 miles on the Hyundai Palasade Calligraphy Hybrid, we were driving on a well established dirt and gravel road when we experienced a loud pop or bang. We saw nothing in the road ahead in the form of a pot hole or protruding rock, etc. A minute later, a low tire pressure warning light came on. The tire went flat. Upon close inspection there was a cut like slit in the tire just below the bead line of the wheel rim. A look back on the road traveled, produced no clear obstruction that might have caused this. Our assessment of this is a sidewall blowout. This new vehicle comes with no spare tire. Only a pump and container of sealant. Installation of this failed to restore the tire for obvious reasons. This Pirelli 265 45R21 Scorpion MS tire is rare and not in stock anywhere. We had to tow our vehicle 50 miles to a Hyundai dealer who told us we had to wait for them to order a tire. We have spent close to $400.00 in Expenses and still did not pay for a tire yet. Searching the web reveals similar problems with this tire. This has resulted in a negative customer experience with the vehicle and Hyundai alike.

NHTSA ID
11762530
Incident
Aug 6, 2026
Driver assistance
Filed Sep 7, 2026

Adaptive cruise control controls the speed limit based on Maps or actual signs was making an error! I was in a 60 MPH area when the system would read the route number sign and mistake it for speed limit. This happened both on state route 80, and state route 70, the car would accelerate up to that speed indicated by the route sign for a few seconds and then realize somehow it was in error and drop down to legal speed. Its a surprise for the driver.

NHTSA ID
11762523
Incident
Sep 5, 2026

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

LX3 2026 Postcard

SEATS

Updates have been made to your vehicle Owner’s Manual regarding the instructions for the second- and third-row power seat operation.

9D4 RE-EML

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

The vehicle may experience Over-The-Air (OTA) update failures due to outdated Central Communication Unit (CCU) software.

26-BE-024H TSB

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some Palisade (LX3) and Palisade Hybrid (LX3 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a 12-volt battery drain due to the passive entry feature of the Digital Key 2 premium causing repeated wakeup of the vehicle. This bulletin provides instructions to perform software updates for the Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) and Body Domain Control (BDC) modules.

26-01-026H-1 WebDCS

ENGINE

Certain Palisade (LX3) and Palisade Hybrid (LX3 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a “Check Active Air Flap System" warning message, Engine MIL ON, and/or “Low Engine Oil" warning message, due to improper operation of the Active Air Flap (AAF) system. DTCs include, but are not limited to: P05AE00, P05B100, P05B200, P05B400, P05FE00, P15A200, P15A500, P2C7400, U028500, U028B00, and/or U100800. This condition may be caused by water ingress and corrosion at the wiring connections for the lower AAF actuators and/or sensors.

26-01-026H-1 TSB

ENGINE

Certain Palisade (LX3) and Palisade Hybrid (LX3 HEV) vehicles may exhibit a “Check Active Air Flap System” warning message, Engine MIL ON, and/or “Low Engine Oil” warning message, due to improper operation of the Active Air Flap (AAF) system. DTCs include, but are not limited to: P05AE00, P05B100, P05B200, P05B400, P05FE00, P15A200, P15A500, P2C7400, U028500, U028B00, and/or U100800. This condition may be caused by water ingress and corrosion at the wiring connections for the lower AAF actuators and/or sensors. This bulletin contains instructions to inspect the front bumper wiring connectors, AAF actuators, and sensors for water ingress and corrosion, and to replace them if necessary.

26-01-068H DN

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE

Certain Palisade (LX3) vehicles may exhibit an engine misfire condition which may result in one or more of the DTCs listed below. This update also includes improved evaporative emissions diagnostic logic.

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Hyundai Palisade by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2027100—
2026Viewing1173061.4
20252453160.3
20243855056.8
20233985259.5
20223065262.2
20214356262.7
20205365161.8

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.