2025 Hyundai Palisade Problems: 7 Known Issues
2025 model year · 350+ owner reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 350+ owner reports, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade has 7 documented known issues, with 3 rated critical. The most serious are ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect), 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. The most commonly reported issue is 8-Speed Automatic Harsh Shifting / Delayed Downshift with 350 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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NHTSA Recalls12 recalls
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.
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."
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Hyundia Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2024 Palisade vehicles. The engine valve springs may break while driving, which can result in a loss of drive power and possibly create a hole in the engine block.
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.
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."
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What are the most common Hyundai Palisade problems?
According to Au7o's analysis of 350+ owner reports, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade has 7 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect), 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, 3 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Hyundai Palisade reliable?
The 2025 Hyundai Palisade has 7 known issues documented across 350+ owner reports. 3 issues are rated critical: ABS / Traction Control Malfunction on Rough Roads (Class-Action Braking Defect) 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. 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 2023-2025 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 2020-2025 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 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.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.