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2022 Hyundai Palisade Problems: 16 Known Issues

2022 model year · 1,450+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,450+ owner reports, the 2022 Hyundai Palisade has 16 documented known issues, with 4 rated critical. The most serious are Seat Belt Buckle Fails to Latch (Out-of-Spec Buckle Assembly) — Recall 25V607, Third-Row Side Curtain Airbag Improper Deployment (FMVSS 226 Failure) — Recall 26V034, 3.8L Lambda II Excessive Oil Consumption Leading to Rod Bearing Wear and P1326 (KSDS) Limp Mode ($300-$9,000 repair) and Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Module Short Circuit Fire Risk — Recall 22V-633 ($0-$0 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Oil Dilution / Gasoline Contamination in Engine Oil with 620 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $150 to $9,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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  • Palisade Safety/Recalls3
  • Palisade Electrical4
  • Palisade Engine2
  • Palisade Body/Panels2
  • Palisade Transmission1
  • Palisade Exterior1
  • Palisade Suspension1
  • Palisade Drivetrain1
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  • Recalls12
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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade, nHTSA recall 25V-607 (Hyundai recall 283) covers certain model-year 2020-2025 Palisades. Front-row and second-row outer seat-belt buckle assemblies may contain out-of-specification components that interfere within the latch channel and increase friction, especially in cold temperatures. Together with slow insertion of the tongue plate, this may prevent the buckle from fully latching and increase injury risk in a crash.

    Common Symptoms

    • Lighter-than-normal audible click while fastening
    • Recessed push button on the buckle housing
    • Visual or audible seat-belt warning if the belt is not secured

    How to Fix

    Check the VIN for NHTSA recall 25V-607. Until the repair is completed, Hyundai advises fastening the belt with a quick and direct motion, then pulling on it to confirm it is fully secured. Hyundai dealers replace the applicable front-row and second-row outer buckle assemblies free of charge.

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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade, nHTSA recall 26V-034 (Hyundai recall 292) covers certain model-year 2020-2025 Palisades that may not meet the third-row headform-displacement requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 226, Ejection Mitigation. Hyundai and NHTSA testing produced third-row displacement values above the 100-millimeter limit in certain instances. Noncompliance may increase injury risk to third-row occupants in certain crashes, including a rollover.

    Common Symptoms

    • No driver-noticeable warning
    • Latent third-row ejection-mitigation noncompliance

    How to Fix

    Check the VIN for NHTSA recall 26V-034 and contact a Hyundai dealer for the current remedy status. In the January 22, 2026 Part 573 filing, Hyundai stated that it was developing a remedy; when available, the remedy would be provided at no cost to affected owners.

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    On the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), the FCA radar sensor sits low in the front bumper fascia where it collects slush, road salt spray, snow pack and mud. Owners report the system shutting itself down with a "Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled. Radar blocked" message after as little as an hour of winter driving — which also disables Smart Cruise Control — and finding the sensor face buried in half an inch of slush. The mirror-image complaint is false activation: audible collision warnings, and in a minority of cases actual autonomous braking, triggered by oncoming cars turning across the path, overhead signs, or a car ahead braking normally. Both are recurring across the Palisade forums rather than isolated reports.

    Common Symptoms

    • "Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled. Radar blocked" warning
    • Smart Cruise Control unavailable in snow or heavy rain
    • Unprompted collision alert beeping with no obstacle
    • Momentary automatic brake application for no apparent reason
    • FCA warning light stays on after bumper repair

    How to Fix

    Clear snow, ice and mud from the lower center bumper radar face (and keep the windshield area in front of the forward camera clean) — the message clears itself once the sensor sees again. Persistent blockage messages in clean conditions call for radar aiming/calibration at the dealer, and any front-end bodywork or bumper cover replacement requires radar realignment. For repeat false activations, have the dealer check for FCA/camera software updates and recalibrate; sensitivity can be lowered or the warning stage selected in the driver assistance menu as a stopgap.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $400

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    On the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), on Palisades equipped with the factory or dealer-accessory tow hitch harness, debris and moisture accumulate on the tow hitch module's printed circuit board. The contaminated PCB can short internally and ignite, with fires reported while the vehicle was parked and unattended as well as while driving. Hyundai issued NHTSA recall 22V-633 covering roughly 245,000 Palisade units, and the campaign was later expanded across Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, Telluride and Carnival. Owners were told to park outdoors away from structures until repaired. The interim remedy simply pulled the module fuse, which kills trailer turn and brake lighting rather than fixing the module, and a class action followed over the incomplete remedy.

    Common Symptoms

    • Burning or melting plastic smell from rear cargo area
    • Smoke from under the rear of the vehicle
    • Fire while parked and turned off
    • Trailer turn signals and brake lights inoperative after interim fuse removal
    • Blown tow harness fuse

    How to Fix

    Have the dealer perform recall 22V-633 free of charge: inspection of the tow hitch module and, per the final remedy, replacement of the tow hitch harness module/PCB and installation of the revised harness with improved sealing. If only the interim fuse-removal was performed, return for the final remedy — trailer lighting will not function until the module is replaced. Until repaired, park outside and away from buildings.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade, palisade headlight assemblies are prone to moisture intrusion and internal condensation, significantly reducing nighttime visibility. The issue stems from inadequate sealing of the LED headlight housing. Some owners have had multiple headlight replacements under warranty, only for the issue to return.

    Common Symptoms

    • Visible condensation inside headlight
    • Reduced headlight brightness
    • Water droplets visible inside lens
    • Headlight flickers
    • One headlight appears dimmer than the other

    How to Fix

    Document the condensation with photos and bring to dealer under warranty. Hyundai has updated headlight assemblies with improved sealing (newer part numbers). If out of warranty, a headlight assembly replacement is $800-1,500 per side. Some owners have had success drilling a tiny drain hole and applying silicone sealant as a temporary fix.

    Owner tips & cautions

    • TipTake timestamped photos of condensation and file a NHTSA complaint to build the case for a broader fix from Hyundai
    • TipRequest the updated/revised headlight assembly part number from the dealer - early production units had worse sealing
    • WarningDo not attempt to open the headlight housing yourself - this voids the warranty on the assembly
    Typical repair cost:$0 - $1,500

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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade, palisade owners report the central infotainment/navigation screen going black and unresponsive, taking out GPS, Bluetooth audio, and the backup camera at once, sometimes requiring a costly head-unit replacement. Separately, BlueLink remote start and app functions stop working, often after software updates, forcing use of the physical key. These are recurring software/head-unit and telematics faults documented across owner forums rather than a single recall.

    Common Symptoms

    • Center screen black/unresponsive (no GPS, Bluetooth, or backup camera)
    • BlueLink remote start/app fails after an update
    • BlueLink shows signal bars but a red 'no service' indicator
    • Wireless CarPlay / Wi-Fi will not connect

    How to Fix

    Reset the head unit by holding the small pinhole reset next to the tuner knob (~15 seconds with a paperclip), or hold Map + Setup ~10 seconds. Install the latest infotainment software (USB or OTA) and update the BlueLink app; reactivate BlueLink in Setup (support 1-844-258-5656). Persistent blackouts may require head-unit reflash or replacement under warranty.

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), a recurring Palisade complaint is a 12V battery that goes flat after the vehicle sits a few days, repeating even after the battery is replaced — one owner reports being on a fourth battery. The root cause in the documented cases is a module that fails to go to sleep and holds an excessive parasitic draw; the Body Control Module is the culprit most frequently identified on the forums, with the drain disappearing after BCM replacement. Diagnosis is difficult because the Palisade carries 30+ modules and the standard dealer response is to load-test and replace the battery, which does not address the draw. Aftermarket accessories left in the OBD-II port or 12V sockets produce the same symptom and must be ruled out first.

    Common Symptoms

    • Battery dead after the vehicle sits 2-5 days
    • Repeated battery replacements in a short period
    • Slow crank or no-crank after a weekend
    • Multiple warning lights and radio/clock reset after jump start
    • Elevated current draw with the vehicle asleep

    How to Fix

    Remove any OBD-II dongle, dash cam hardwire, or 12V accessory and retest — these are the most common self-inflicted cause. If the drain persists, have a parasitic draw test performed properly: let the vehicle fully sleep (20-60 minutes), then measure current and pull fuses one at a time to isolate the offending circuit. Confirmed BCM-caused draws require BCM replacement and reprogramming. Replacing only the battery will not fix it and the failure will repeat.

    Typical repair cost:$200 - $1,200

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), separate from fuel-in-oil dilution, a population of 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 Palisades burns oil at a high rate — owners report as much as a quart per 500-600 miles with no external leak. Because the engine holds a fixed sump and the oil life monitor does not account for consumption, the level falls below safe pressure between services and starves the connecting rod bearings. The Knock Sensor Detection System then hears the bearing knock signature and sets P1326, flashing the CEL and dropping the vehicle into limp mode at roughly 1,800-2,000 rpm. Teardowns of failed 2020-2022 cars show rod bearings flaked and scored from metal-to-metal contact, with full failures reported between roughly 70,000 and 90,000 miles.

    Common Symptoms

    • Low oil level between changes with no visible leak
    • Adding a quart every 500-1000 miles
    • Deep knocking or rattle from the engine once warm
    • Flashing check engine light with reduced power / rpm limited
    • Engine seizure or thrown rod

    How to Fix

    Check the dipstick every fuel fill, not just at oil changes. If consumption exceeds Hyundai's threshold, open a case and request a documented dealer oil consumption test — that test result is the gateway to a short block or long block under the powertrain/extended engine coverage. If P1326 has already set, do NOT simply replace the knock sensor: the KSDS is correctly reporting bearing damage, and the required repair is a bearing clearance inspection and, in practice, engine replacement. Continuing to drive after P1326 turns a warranty engine claim into a seized engine.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $9,000

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    On the 2020-2024 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L V6, the 3.8L Lambda II V6 in the Palisade can suffer from fuel diluting the engine oil, particularly in cold climates with short trips. The GDI system can allow unburned fuel past the piston rings during cold starts. Oil level rises above the full mark and smells of gasoline. Hyundai released a software update to address the issue.

    Common Symptoms

    • Oil level rising above full mark
    • Gasoline smell from dipstick
    • Oil looks thin and watery
    • Rough idle in cold weather
    • Fuel smell inside cabin

    How to Fix

    Have the dealer install the latest ECU calibration to reduce fuel enrichment during cold starts. Change oil more frequently in winter (every 3,000-5,000 miles vs 7,500). Use 0W-20 full synthetic oil. If oil level is significantly above the full mark, drain and replace immediately. Software update is free; extra oil changes cost $50-80 each.

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    Owner tips & cautions

    • TipIn cold weather, drive at least 15-20 minutes to get the engine fully warmed up - short trips cause the most dilution
    • TipCheck oil level and smell the dipstick monthly in winter months to catch dilution early
    Typical repair cost:$0 - $200

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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), two related panoramic sunroof defects are widely reported. First, the sunroof drain tube is routed and secured poorly at the factory and gets kinked or pinched behind the headliner; the sunroof tray then overflows and dumps water into the headliner, A-pillar and onto the front seats — owners frequently mistake it for a windshield seal leak. Second, the sunroof frame and track assembly generates a persistent rattle or buzz over rough pavement, and in worse cases the panel jams or becomes inoperable. Hyundai's service response to the rattle is to pack semi-rigid foam sheeting into the sunroof cavity, which forum owners report works under warranty.

    Common Symptoms

    • Water dripping from headliner or A-pillar after rain or a car wash
    • Wet front seats or damp carpet with no obvious entry point
    • Musty smell from soaked headliner
    • Rattle or buzz from the roof over rough pavement
    • Sunroof panel jams, will not tilt or slide fully

    How to Fix

    For leaks: drop the headliner, re-route and re-seat the pinched drain tube (do not simply blow the drains out — the kink returns), then flush all four drains and water-test. For rattle: install the service foam sheeting between the sunroof frame and roof panel per the Hyundai procedure, and check the track assembly and glass shims for looseness. Jammed panels usually require the frame/track assembly, not just the glass.

    Typical repair cost:$150 - $1,800

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), the powered liftgate spindle drive units (the powered struts on each side of the tailgate) fail commonly, typically starting around 30,000-50,000 miles. The plastic outer housing is thin, and the internal spring shears and bunches until it splits or bursts the housing — owners describe a pop when opening the gate, then a hairline crack in the plastic tube, then rust from the exposed spring. Behavior degrades progressively: the gate refuses to close from the fob, closes partway and springs back open, or has to be pushed by hand. Owners consistently report that once one side fails the other follows shortly after, and that dealer pricing runs roughly $1,200 per strut plus labor.

    Common Symptoms

    • Popping sound when opening the liftgate
    • Liftgate opens partway then stops or springs back open
    • Power liftgate will not close from the fob or button
    • Hairline crack or rust visible on the strut housing
    • Liftgate has to be pulled down and pushed closed by hand

    How to Fix

    Replace the failed power liftgate spindle drive unit; replace both sides as a pair, since the second side almost always fails soon after. Inspect the plastic housing for hairline cracks before the internal spring escapes. Aftermarket/remanufactured drive units cut the cost substantially versus dealer pricing. If only one side is replaced, expect a repeat visit.

    Typical repair cost:$400 - $2,500

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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L V6, the 8-speed automatic transmission in the Palisade can exhibit harsh 1-2 and 2-3 upshifts, delayed downshifts when passing, and occasional harsh engagement from park to drive. The TCM calibration is the primary issue, though some cases involve valve body wear. Hyundai has released multiple software updates to improve shift quality.

    Common Symptoms

    • Harsh jolt on 1-2 upshift
    • Delay when pressing gas to pass
    • Clunk shifting from park to drive
    • Hunting between gears on hills
    • Transmission hesitation at low speed

    How to Fix

    Request the latest TCM software update from the dealer (free under warranty). Ensure transmission fluid is at the correct level and condition. If harsh shifting persists after software update, the valve body may need replacement ($800-1,500). Full transmission fluid change (not flush) every 30,000 miles with Hyundai SP-IV-RR fluid.

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    Owner tips & cautions

    • TipAfter a TCM update, the transmission needs 500-1,000 miles of driving to fully relearn your driving patterns
    Typical repair cost:$0 - $1,500

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), one of the single largest owner-complaint threads in the Palisade community concerns windshields that turn a pinhead stone chip into a full-length crack, often overnight after a heat/cold cycle. Owners report cracks appearing within hours of delivery and cracks over 10 inches long the morning after a minor pebble strike. The prevailing owner theory is that the OE glass is specified thin for weight, and that panoramic-sunroof cars have a less rigid roof structure that loads the glass in body flex. Because the windshield carries the forward camera for FCA/LKA, replacement also requires ADAS recalibration, pushing the bill well past a normal glass job. Hyundai has treated the damage as non-warrantable road hazard, and a class action has been filed.

    Common Symptoms

    • Long crack spreading from a small stone chip
    • Crack appears overnight after a temperature swing
    • Chip from very low-speed debris strike
    • Repeated windshield replacements within a short ownership period
    • ADAS camera warning after glass replacement

    How to Fix

    There is no factory fix — Hyundai treats it as road hazard damage. Repair chips immediately with a resin injection before a temperature cycle propagates the crack. On replacement, use OEM or high-grade OE-equivalent laminated glass and require post-installation static/dynamic recalibration of the forward-facing camera. Carry full-glass or zero-deductible glass coverage on the policy, which is what most owners in the forum threads ended up doing.

    Typical repair cost:$450 - $1,400

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    On the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), higher trims use self-leveling rear shock absorbers. Owners across palisadeforums.org and palisadeforum.com report a knock, thump or hollow pop from the rear over expansion joints and rough pavement, often accompanied by a harsh, uncontrolled rear ride and visible oil weeping from the shock body. Complaints cluster between roughly 20,000 and 60,000 miles. Hyundai first attributed it to the upper shock insulator and published TSB 22-SS-001H directing replacement of the upper insulators on both sides, but forum owners overwhelmingly report the insulator-only repair does not fix it — the self-leveling shock itself is the failed part. Hyundai later issued TSB 25-SS-004H for clunk/thump from the rear over rough roads and extended coverage on these shocks to 10 years / 120,000 miles.

    Common Symptoms

    • Knocking or thumping from the rear over bumps
    • Hollow pop when going over expansion joints
    • Harsh, jarring rear ride
    • Oil film or wetness on rear shock body
    • Rear end feels bouncy or unsettled with passengers loaded

    How to Fix

    Replace both self-leveling rear shock absorbers as a pair (not just the upper insulators); replace the upper insulator/mount at the same time since it is commonly deformed. Check for the extended 10yr/120k coverage under TSB 25-SS-004H before paying out of pocket — many owners get the repair covered. Some owners out of coverage convert to conventional (non-self-leveling) rear shocks from the lower-trim parts list.

    Typical repair cost:$600 - $1,600

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    On the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), aWD (HTRAC) Palisades develop a steady vibration felt through the floor and seats at roughly 65-75 mph that is not corrected by tire balancing, road-force balancing or wheel replacement. Hyundai published a TSB covering AWD vehicles built between April 10, 2019 and July 27, 2019 with an inspection procedure that ends in replacing the rear propeller (drive) shaft and the AWD coupling assembly together — replacing only one commonly leaves the vibration. Forum owners report vehicles built after the July 27, 2019 cutoff are largely clean, but scattered 2021-2022 AWD cars have needed the same prop shaft and coupler replacement, and Hyundai has also replaced front half shafts on some cars chasing the same complaint.

    Common Symptoms

    • Vibration through floor and seats at 65-75 mph
    • Vibration unchanged after tire balancing or new tires
    • Steering wheel buzz at highway speed
    • Droning or resonance that comes and goes with throttle

    How to Fix

    Have the dealer perform the AWD vibration TSB inspection. The repair that actually resolves it is concurrent replacement of the rear propeller shaft and the AWD coupling assembly. Do not accept repeated tire road-force balancing or wheel swaps as the fix. Confirm the build date on the door jamb sticker — cars built before 27-Jul-2019 are the core affected population.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $2,200

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    On the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 (G6DH), palisade owners routinely find the rear pads worn out at 30,000-40,000 miles while the fronts still have most of their life — the opposite of normal wear distribution on a front-heavy SUV. Forum teardowns identify the mechanism: the rear caliper pad-retraction springs are very weak, and the stainless abutment clips corrode and swell, so the pad cannot retract off the rotor once dirt or rust builds behind the clip. The result is a lightly dragging outer pad that wears to the backing plate while the inner pad looks normal, plus scored or heat-blued rotors. The vehicle's electronic stability and hill-hold functions bias more work rearward, which accelerates it.

    Common Symptoms

    • Rear brakes worn out before the fronts at 30-40k miles
    • Outer rear pad worn to the backing plate while inner pad looks new
    • Grinding or scraping from the rear
    • Rear rotors scored, grooved or heat discolored
    • Faint dragging or hot rear wheel after a drive

    How to Fix

    Replace rear pads and rotors, and critically, replace the abutment clips/hardware and clean and re-lubricate the caliper slide pins with high-temp silicone caliper grease on every service — reusing corroded clips reproduces the failure. Inspect for uneven inner-vs-outer pad thickness at every tire rotation. If one side drags repeatedly, replace that caliper. Owners in salt-belt states report the best results from annual hardware cleaning.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $800

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    NHTSA Recalls12 recalls

    SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

    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.

    Campaign #25V60700012/09/2025

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP

    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.

    Campaign #25V29100006/05/2025

    AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

    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."

    Campaign #26V03400023/01/2026

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP

    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.

    Campaign #23V52600027/07/2023

    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

    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."

    Campaign #23V59900025/08/2023

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the most common Hyundai Palisade problems?

    According to Au7o's analysis of 1,450+ owner reports, the 2022 Hyundai Palisade has 16 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Seat Belt Buckle Fails to Latch (Out-of-Spec Buckle Assembly) — Recall 25V607, Third-Row Side Curtain Airbag Improper Deployment (FMVSS 226 Failure) — Recall 26V034, 3.8L Lambda II Excessive Oil Consumption Leading to Rod Bearing Wear and P1326 (KSDS) Limp Mode. Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

    Is the Hyundai Palisade reliable?

    The 2022 Hyundai Palisade has 16 known issues documented across 1,450+ owner reports. 4 issues are rated critical: Seat Belt Buckle Fails to Latch (Out-of-Spec Buckle Assembly) — Recall 25V607 and Third-Row Side Curtain Airbag Improper Deployment (FMVSS 226 Failure) — Recall 26V034 and 3.8L Lambda II Excessive Oil Consumption Leading to Rod Bearing Wear and P1326 (KSDS) Limp Mode and Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Module Short Circuit Fire Risk — Recall 22V-633. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

    How much does it cost to fix common Hyundai Palisade problems?

    Repair costs for known Hyundai Palisade issues range from $0 to $9,000, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade Seat Belt Buckle Fails to Latch (Out-of-Spec Buckle Assembly) — Recall 25V607?

    NHTSA recall 25V-607 (Hyundai recall 283) covers certain model-year 2020-2025 Palisades. Front-row and second-row outer seat-belt buckle assemblies may contain out-of-specification components that interfere within the latch channel and increase friction, especially in cold temper… Severity: high.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade Third-Row Side Curtain Airbag Improper Deployment (FMVSS 226 Failure) — Recall 26V034?

    NHTSA recall 26V-034 (Hyundai recall 292) covers certain model-year 2020-2025 Palisades that may not meet the third-row headform-displacement requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 226, Ejection Mitigation. Hyundai and NHTSA testing produced third-row displacem… Severity: high.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade 3.8L Lambda II Excessive Oil Consumption Leading to Rod Bearing Wear and P1326 (KSDS) Limp Mode?

    Separate from fuel-in-oil dilution, a population of 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 Palisades burns oil at a high rate — owners report as much as a quart per 500-600 miles with no external leak. Because the engine holds a fixed sump and the oil life monitor does not account for consumption… Repairs typically run $300-$9,000. Severity: high.

    What is the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade Tow Hitch Wiring Harness Module Short Circuit Fire Risk — Recall 22V-633?

    On Palisades equipped with the factory or dealer-accessory tow hitch harness, debris and moisture accumulate on the tow hitch module's printed circuit board. The contaminated PCB can short internally and ignite, with fires reported while the vehicle was parked and unattended as w… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2020-2024 Hyundai Palisade Oil Dilution / Gasoline Contamination in Engine Oil?

    The 3.8L Lambda II V6 in the Palisade can suffer from fuel diluting the engine oil, particularly in cold climates with short trips. The GDI system can allow unburned fuel past the piston rings during cold starts. Oil level rises above the full mark and smells of gasoline. Hyundai… Repairs typically run $0-$200. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade Headlight Assembly Moisture Intrusion / Condensation?

    Palisade headlight assemblies are prone to moisture intrusion and internal condensation, significantly reducing nighttime visibility. The issue stems from inadequate sealing of the LED headlight housing. Some owners have had multiple headlight replacements under warranty, only fo… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade 8-Speed Automatic Harsh Shifting / Delayed Downshift?

    The 8-speed automatic transmission in the Palisade can exhibit harsh 1-2 and 2-3 upshifts, delayed downshifts when passing, and occasional harsh engagement from park to drive. The TCM calibration is the primary issue, though some cases involve valve body wear. Hyundai has release… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Disabled by Blocked Lower-Bumper Radar / False Activations?

    The FCA radar sensor sits low in the front bumper fascia where it collects slush, road salt spray, snow pack and mud. Owners report the system shutting itself down with a "Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist disabled. Radar blocked" message after as little as an hour of winter dri… Repairs typically run $0-$400. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade Panoramic Sunroof Drain Tube Kink / Headliner Water Intrusion and Track Rattle?

    Two related panoramic sunroof defects are widely reported. First, the sunroof drain tube is routed and secured poorly at the factory and gets kinked or pinched behind the headliner; the sunroof tray then overflows and dumps water into the headliner, A-pillar and onto the front se… Repairs typically run $150-$1,800. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade Power Liftgate Drive Unit / Gas Strut Housing Cracks and Fails?

    The powered liftgate spindle drive units (the powered struts on each side of the tailgate) fail commonly, typically starting around 30,000-50,000 miles. The plastic outer housing is thin, and the internal spring shears and bunches until it splits or bursts the housing — owners de… Repairs typically run $400-$2,500. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade Infotainment Screen Blackout & BlueLink Telematics Failures?

    Palisade owners report the central infotainment/navigation screen going black and unresponsive, taking out GPS, Bluetooth audio, and the backup camera at once, sometimes requiring a costly head-unit replacement. Separately, BlueLink remote start and app functions stop working, of… Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade Windshield Cracks From Minor Stone Chips (Thin OE Laminated Glass)?

    One of the single largest owner-complaint threads in the Palisade community concerns windshields that turn a pinhead stone chip into a full-length crack, often overnight after a heat/cold cycle. Owners report cracks appearing within hours of delivery and cracks over 10 inches lon… Repairs typically run $450-$1,400. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade Self-Leveling Rear Shock Absorber Failure — Knocking / Thumping Over Bumps?

    Higher trims use self-leveling rear shock absorbers. Owners across palisadeforums.org and palisadeforum.com report a knock, thump or hollow pop from the rear over expansion joints and rough pavement, often accompanied by a harsh, uncontrolled rear ride and visible oil weeping fro… Repairs typically run $600-$1,600. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade HTRAC AWD Highway Vibration — Propeller Shaft and AWD Coupling Assembly?

    AWD (HTRAC) Palisades develop a steady vibration felt through the floor and seats at roughly 65-75 mph that is not corrected by tire balancing, road-force balancing or wheel replacement. Hyundai published a TSB covering AWD vehicles built between April 10, 2019 and July 27, 2019… Repairs typically run $0-$2,200. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade Premature and Uneven Rear Brake Pad Wear from Seized Caliper Guides / Corroded Abutment Clips?

    Palisade owners routinely find the rear pads worn out at 30,000-40,000 miles while the fronts still have most of their life — the opposite of normal wear distribution on a front-heavy SUV. Forum teardowns identify the mechanism: the rear caliper pad-retraction springs are very we… Repairs typically run $300-$800. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2020-2023 Hyundai Palisade Repeat 12V Battery Drain from Module Parasitic Draw (Body Control Module)?

    A recurring Palisade complaint is a 12V battery that goes flat after the vehicle sits a few days, repeating even after the battery is replaced — one owner reports being on a fourth battery. The root cause in the documented cases is a module that fails to go to sleep and holds an… Repairs typically run $200-$1,200. Severity: medium.

    Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.

    Data sourced from 1,450+ owner reports, NHTSA recalls, TSBs, and automotive forums.