2023 Hyundai Palisade recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade and 409 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (83), seat belts (76), unknown or other (75). It earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating. EPA-rated fuel economy is 21–22 mpg combined, depending on configuration. 1 recall carries a Park It or Park Outside warning.
The 2023 ranks #5 of 7 Palisade model years for fewest complaints (2020–2026), with more complaints than the average year (358). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 4.6 per model year.
Recalls 5
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Air bags · side/window · curtain
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."
Risk: Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: 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 · rear/other · buckle assembly
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.
Risk: Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Power train · automatic transmission · fluid/lubricant · pump
Problem: 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.
Risk: An electric oil pump assembly that overheats increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 7, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 246.
Service brakes, hydraulic · power assist
Problem: Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Palisade vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk: A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake booster as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 245.
Visibility/wiper
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.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
Driving down highway and heard a loud pop when sunroof exploded and glass shattered.
My vehicle is experiencing sudden, unprovoked engine stalling specifically during turns [Specify: e.g., when turning right from a complete stop / while coasting through a left turn at 15 mph]. When the engine stalls mid-turn, the vehicle immediately loses all power steering and braking assist. This creates an incredibly dangerous situation where the vehicle becomes nearly impos…
Tail light and the back don't light up just a script on each side lights are red but the brake light work
Safety ratings
2023 Hyundai Palisade SUV AWD
2023 Hyundai Palisade SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2023 Hyundai Palisade.
Palisade AWD
Auto (S8) · 6 cyl · 3.8 L
Regular
Palisade FWD
Auto (S8) · 6 cyl · 3.8 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2023 Hyundai Palisade have?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade, most recently for air bags · side/window · curtain (01/23/2026). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Hyundai Palisade?
Based on 409 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (83), seat belts (76), unknown or other (75).
Is the 2023 Hyundai Palisade safe?
The 2023 Hyundai Palisade earned a 5-star overall rating in NHTSA's 5-star safety ratings. It has 1 recall with a Park It or Park Outside warning, so check your VIN.
Is the 2023 a good year for the Hyundai Palisade?
The 2023 ranks #5 of 7 Palisade model years for fewest complaints (2020–2026), with more complaints than the average year (358). It has 5 recalls vs. an average of 4.6 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Hyundai Palisade get?
EPA ratings for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade range from 21 to 22 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: PALISADE, Palisade.