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2024 Hyundai Palisade Problems: 9 Known Issues

2024 model year · 970+ owner reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's analysis of 970+ owner reports, the 2024 Hyundai Palisade has 9 documented known issues, with 4 rated critical. The most serious are Idle Stop & Go (ISG) Electric Oil Pump Controller Fire Risk — Recall 246 / 23V526, 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 and ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect). 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 $1,800. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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  • Palisade Brakes1
  • Palisade Engine1
  • Palisade Transmission1
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  • Palisade Suspension1
  • 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 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade, nHTSA recall 23V-526 (Hyundai recall 246) covers certain model-year 2023-2024 Palisade vehicles. The transmission electric oil pump for the Idle Stop & Go system may contain a controller printed circuit board damaged during manufacturing. A damaged capacitor can cause heat damage to the pump circuit board, connector and wiring harness, increasing fire risk and potentially disrupting communication among onboard controllers.

    Common Symptoms

    • Smoke from the vehicle underbody
    • Burning or melting odor
    • Malfunction Indicator Lamp or other dashboard warning lamps

    How to Fix

    Check the VIN for NHTSA recall 23V-526. Hyundai recommends parking affected vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Hyundai dealers inspect and replace the electric oil pump and front harness as necessary, free of charge.

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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 2023-2025 Hyundai Palisade, on 2023-2025 Palisades, the ABS and traction control systems can miscalculate wheel speeds when braking on gravel, dirt, or uneven surfaces, triggering rapid release-and-reapply cycling that lengthens stopping distances and, in some reports, spikes steering effort. A class-action complaint (Maldonado v. Hyundai Motor America) was filed May 9, 2025 in the Central District of California alleging the defect across 2023-2025 model years.

    Common Symptoms

    • ABS pulses or engages on gravel/dirt/rough roads with little braking
    • Greatly increased stopping distance over uneven surfaces
    • Steering feels locked/heavy during the event
    • Traction control activates erratically on bumps

    How to Fix

    No recall has been issued and NHTSA had not opened a formal investigation as of mid-2026; the matter is the subject of an active class-action lawsuit. Affected owners should file a complaint at nhtsa.gov, document incidents, and have the dealer check for ABS/ESC software updates. Increase following distance on loose or rough surfaces until a remedy is available.

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    620 owners

    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.

    What you need to fix it

    Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.

    • Pennzoil Platinum full-synthetic 5W-30 motor oil — 5-quart jug
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      Confirm the current bottle label meets the exact model-year owner's-manual API/ILSAC or ACEA A5-or-higher requirement before purchase.

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    • Genuine Hyundai 3.8L oil-filter service kit
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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 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.

    This issue also affects: Genesis G70

    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.

    What you need to fix it

    Only diagnosis- and fitment-reviewed repair parts are linked here.

    • Genuine Hyundai ATF SP-IV automatic-transmission fluid — one quart
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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 2020-2025 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 2020-2025 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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    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 970+ owner reports, the 2024 Hyundai Palisade has 9 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Idle Stop & Go (ISG) Electric Oil Pump Controller Fire Risk — Recall 246 / 23V526, 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. Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

    Is the Hyundai Palisade reliable?

    The 2024 Hyundai Palisade has 9 known issues documented across 970+ owner reports. 4 issues are rated critical: Idle Stop & Go (ISG) Electric Oil Pump Controller Fire Risk — Recall 246 / 23V526 and 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 ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect). 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 $1,800, 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 2023-2024 Hyundai Palisade Idle Stop & Go (ISG) Electric Oil Pump Controller Fire Risk — Recall 246 / 23V526?

    NHTSA recall 23V-526 (Hyundai recall 246) covers certain model-year 2023-2024 Palisade vehicles. The transmission electric oil pump for the Idle Stop & Go system may contain a controller printed circuit board damaged during manufacturing. A damaged capacitor can cause heat damage… Severity: high.

    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 2023-2025 Hyundai Palisade ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect)?

    On 2023-2025 Palisades, the ABS and traction control systems can miscalculate wheel speeds when braking on gravel, dirt, or uneven surfaces, triggering rapid release-and-reapply cycling that lengthens stopping distances and, in some reports, spikes steering effort. A class-action… 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 2020-2025 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 2020-2025 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 2020-2025 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 2020-2025 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.

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    Data sourced from 970+ owner reports, NHTSA recalls, TSBs, and automotive forums.