2025 Hyundai Palisade
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Brakes
Brakes leads by volume: 96 of 240 complaints (40%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Body, Seats & Latches include more deaths (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 384 in 2024 to 240 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | vs. 2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,850–2,950 | 2,850–2,950 | 2,850–2,950 | 1,850–3,300 | 1,850–3,300 | |
| Combined MPG | 21–22 | 21–22 | 21–22 | 19–34 | 19–34 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 19 / 25–27 | 19 / 24–26 | 19 / 24–26 | 16–33 / 22–35 | 16–33 / 22–35 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 406–422 | 404–420 | 403–420 | 258–479 | 258–479 | |
| Complaints filed | 397 | 384 | 240 | 113 | 0 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 6 | 15 | 8 | 2 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 8 | 6 | 11 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Hyundai Palisade have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Hyundai Palisade?
Brakes: 96 of 240 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Hyundai Palisade get?
EPA rates it 21–22 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Hyundai Palisade?
EPA estimates $2,850–$2,950 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.8L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg | 26 mpg (high) | 22 mpg (high) | $2,850 (low) | 403 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S8) | 6 | 3.8L | All-Wheel Drive | Regular | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 19 mpg | 24 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (low) | $2,950 (high) | 420 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 96 | 5 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 9 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 66 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 33 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 43 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (3)
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · Campaign 26V034000 · Jan 23, 2026
Defect: 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.
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY; SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY · Campaign 25V607000 · Sep 12, 2025
Defect: 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP · Campaign 25V291000 · May 6, 2025
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.