2021 Hyundai Palisade recalls

6 safety recalls, 448 owner complaints and a 5-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

6Recalls
448Complaints
9Crashes & fires reported
5/5NHTSA overall rating

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2021 Hyundai Palisade recall list

Air Bags recall

26V-034
January 23, 2026 · Hyundai Motor America
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."
Safety risk
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.

Seat Belts recall

25V-607
September 12, 2025 · Hyundai Motor America
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.
Safety risk
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.

Visibility/Wiper recall

23V-180
March 17, 2023 · Hyundai Motor America
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.
Safety risk
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 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.

Trailer Hitches recall

Park outside22V-633
August 18, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America
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.
Safety risk
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.

Visibility recall

22V-627
August 15, 2022 · Hyundai Motor America
Problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Safety risk
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.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic recall

21V-840
October 27, 2021 · Hyundai Motor America
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.
Safety risk
Reduced braking performance can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

2021 Hyundai Palisade owner complaints

448 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 1 fire, 20 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Seat Belts113
Unknown or Other83
Engine62
Electrical System56
Visibility/Wiper48
Suspension31
Power Train25
Structure20
Forward Collision Avoidance20
Visibility15

Recent complaints

October 29, 2026Engine

Vehicle Information: 2021 Hyundai Palisade Limited (3.8L V6 Engine) Complaint Description: While driving at highway speeds, the vehicle suddenly began making a loud engine knocking noise, followed immediately by a total and catastrophic structural failure of the engine. A connecting rod bearing seized and the rod broke, punching a hole directly through the metal engine block. This mechanical failure caused an immediate, complete loss of motive power and propulsion while traveling in high-speed highway traffic. The sudden loss of engine power simultaneously disabled the power steering and power braking assistance, creating an extreme and immediate safety hazard as I was forced to navigate a c

October 20, 2026Power TrainEngine

I am the original owner of a 2021 Hyundai Palisade SEL AWD (74,225 miles) reporting repeated engine shutdowns in traffic, severe rough idling, and an unresolved safety concern. The problem began XXX. I first brought the vehicle to Hyundai on XXX and have sought service approximately four times since June. Despite technicians stating they could not reproduce the issue, the engine stalled again on XXX after I picked it up from service. The dealership also instructed me to complete a 1,000-mile oil consumption test. When I returned after 750 miles, I was told I had returned too early. The engine subsequently shut off twice on XXX. Documented incidents: XXX 1:53 PM: Engine shut off on [XXX]. XXX

October 20, 2026Seat Belts

The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V607000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue.

October 13, 2026Seat Belts

The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the driver-side and passenger-side captain seat belts independently unlatched while occupied by the contact's minor children. The contact stated that the failure occurred during the winter. The dealer was made aware of the failure, which the dealer associated with an open recall; however, parts were unavailable. The contact later received an email notification from the dealer stating that parts could not be ordered because the manufacturer placed a hold on the parts. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V607000 (Seat Belts); however, parts remained unavailable. The ma

October 9, 2026Power TrainEngineFuel/Propulsion System

Due to a known oil consumption issue the manufacture replaced the engine using a short block swap, they used the old fuel injectors and during the swap one of them failed, becoming stuck open. Now they refuse to fix it without me paying for labor. The failed fuel injector occurred immediately following a mandatory manufacturer engine replacement and poses a thermal/fire hazard.

2021 Hyundai Palisade crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2021 Hyundai Palisade SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Hyundai Palisade SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2021 Hyundai Palisade: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard. Rollover risk: 15.9%.

2021 Hyundai Palisade recall FAQ

Does the 2021 Hyundai Palisade have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. The most recent, filed January 23, 2026, concerns the air bags.

What are the most common 2021 Hyundai Palisade problems?

Owners have filed 448 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is seat belts (113 reports), followed by unknown or other.

Is the 2021 Hyundai Palisade safe?

The 2021 Hyundai Palisade earned up to a 5-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2021 Hyundai Palisade?

Contact any authorized Hyundai dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.