2025 Hyundai Palisade recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 256 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are service brakes (96), seat belts (61), unknown or other (46). 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 2025 ranks #2 of 7 Palisade model years for fewest complaints (2020–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (358). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 4.6 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 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 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.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures until the recall remedy is completed. Dealers will replace the electric oil pump controller, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 11, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 278.
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
I own a 2025 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy. The front seat pivot link bolt (the bolt that secures the seat cushion to the seat track and serves as the pivot for the height-adjustment mechanism) has loosened. As a result, the driver’s seat shifts and rocks forward/backward and up/down while driving. This is a safety concern because it can alter seating position, reduce the effect…
My car was at a complete stop at a traffic light with the auto hold feature engaged. After about a minute, my car lunged forward and hit the car in front of me even though I was hit hitting the brake and trying to stop it.
We have been told by two different dealerships that parts are not available for this recall and they won't even schedule a time to get the recall done. Yet they are able to continue selling used cars from this model and year.
Safety ratings
2025 Hyundai Palisade SUV AWD
2025 Hyundai Palisade SUV FWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 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 2025 Hyundai Palisade have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 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 2025 Hyundai Palisade?
Based on 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are service brakes (96), seat belts (61), unknown or other (46).
Is the 2025 Hyundai Palisade safe?
The 2025 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 2025 a good year for the Hyundai Palisade?
The 2025 ranks #2 of 7 Palisade model years for fewest complaints (2020–2026), with fewer complaints than the average year (358). It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 4.6 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Hyundai Palisade get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 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.