2025 Hyundai Palisade Problems: 1 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2025 model year · 350+ owner reports · Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 350+ owner reports, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. The most commonly reported issue is 8-Speed Automatic Harsh Shifting / Delayed Downshift with 350 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $0 to $1,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
All 1 Known Issues
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.
What Owners Are Using
Parts and tips from 350+ owners who fixed this issue
- UpgradeUse only Hyundai SP-IV-RR ATF for fluid changes - incompatible fluid causes shift issues (Hyundai SP-IV-RR ATF)
- TipAfter a TCM update, the transmission needs 500-1,000 miles of driving to fully relearn your driving patterns