Recalls
6campaigns
2 visibility · 1 air bag · 1 seat belt
Source: NHTSA
Complaints
445filed
Owner reports, 2020–2026 shown
Source: NHTSA ODI
Crash tests
5★overall
★★★★★ Frontal 5★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★
Source: NHTSA NCAP
Fuel economy
22mpg combined
$2,921/yr at this week's prices
Source: EPA · EIA
Specs
3.8 L 6-cyl· 8-speed automatic
2 engine and transmission configurations
Source: NHTSA vPIC
Recalls (6)
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Side Curtain Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 226
Air bags · side/window · curtain
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
8.1% repairedof 568,576 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V034000
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Seat Belt Buckles May Fail
Seat belts · rear/other · buckle assembly
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
19.7% repairedof 568,580 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V607000
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Windshield Wipers May Fail
Visibility/wiper
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- 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 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.
93.4% repairedof 167,085 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 23V180000
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Park outside: fire risk. NHTSA advises parking outside and away from buildings until the recall repair is done.
Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving
Trailer hitches
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
92% repairedof 244,980 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V633000
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Windshield Wipers May Fail
Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · motor
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
89.6% repairedof 122,949 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V627000
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Brake Fluid Contamination
Service brakes, hydraulic · fluid
Official NHTSA text
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
91.6% repairedof 995 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026
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or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V840000
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Owner complaints (445)
445 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The seat belts is mentioned most often.
8involved a crash
1involved a fire
20injuries reported
0deaths reported
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 445 |
|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 112 | 25.2% |
| Unknown or other | 83 | 18.7% |
| Engine | 60 | 13.5% |
| Electrical system | 56 | 12.6% |
| Visibility/wiper | 48 | 10.8% |
| Suspension | 31 | 7% |
| Power train | 24 | 5.4% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 20 | 4.5% |
| Structure | 20 | 4.5% |
| Visibility | 15 | 3.4% |
How 2021 compares with other Palisade years
Best and worst Palisade years →2020541
2021445
2022315
2023406
2024394
2025251
2026125
| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 541 | 5 |
| 2021 | 445 | 6 |
| 2022 | 315 | 5 |
| 2023 | 406 | 5 |
| 2024 | 394 | 5 |
| 2025 | 251 | 3 |
| 2026 | 125 | 3 |
This year (2021)Other yearsStill collecting reports
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 21, 2026.
Crash tests: 5 stars overall
Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 15.9%★★★★☆
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2021 Hyundai Palisade suv fwd, retrieved Oct 21, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 22 mpg combined
22
mpg combined
19
city
26
highway
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,050
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 407 g/mi
- EPA class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
What it costs you to run
$2,921per year
$243per month
682gallons a year
Miles ÷ 22 mpg × $4.284 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 19, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | $3,050 | 407 |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | $3,200 | 426 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 21, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
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2021 Hyundai Palisade FAQ
How many recalls does the 2021 Hyundai Palisade have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns: 26V034000 (air bag), 25V607000 (seat belt), 23V180000 (visibility), 22V633000 (trailer hitches), 22V627000 (visibility), 21V840000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2021 Hyundai Palisade problems?
Owners filed 445 complaints with NHTSA. Seat belts (112), Unknown or other (83), Engine (60) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2021 Hyundai Palisade get?
EPA rates the 3.8 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 19 city, 26 highway and 22 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
What safety rating did the 2021 Hyundai Palisade get?
NHTSA rated the 2021 Hyundai Palisade suv fwd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (15.9% rollover risk).
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 21, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 21, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 21, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 21, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 21, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-21 Data refreshed from the official files.
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