2026 Hyundai Palisade: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2026 Hyundai Palisade: 3 recalls, 122 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #26V047000 · 2026 · 41,651 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a software error, the instrument panel display May fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 101, "controls and displays."
Why it matters: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (ota) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 24, 2026.
Seats Vehicle recall #26V160000 · 2026 · 61,307 vehicles
What's wrong: The second and third row power seats May fail to detect a person. The seat May continue to move after contacting a person during powered seat functions, such as one-touch tilt-and-slide or automatic power fold-and-stow.
Why it matters: A person, especially a child, May become trapped by a rear powered seat, increasing the risk of injury or death.
The fix: Owners are advised to exercise caution when operating the second and third row power seat functions until the repair is performed. Children are advised to not be in the rear seats or near the rear seating area during power-folding operation. The seat controller and the audio, visual, navigation…
Seat belts, Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V169000 · 2026 · 46,787 vehicles
What's wrong: The internal wiring within the third-row driver-side seat belt buckle May become damaged and result in a permanent display of a belted third-row driver-side seat on the instrument panel.
Why it matters: A faulty seat belt status indicator May fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will install a wiring harness extension and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning May 8, 2026.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 11 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seats (49): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8).
- Electrical (31): the most common themes are electrical failure (10), stalls / loses power (6).
- Other / unknown (16): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2), electrical failure (2).
- Transmission & drivetrain (14): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (6), stalls / loses power (4), warning light on (4).
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade has 122 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 7 Palisade model years for complaints (well below the 351 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (105 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 0 years old, at a median of 2,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2025 (248 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2026 Hyundai Palisade. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2026 Hyundai Palisade problems?
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seats (49), electrical (31), other / unknown (16).
What gas mileage does the 2026 Hyundai Palisade get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (S8)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2026 Hyundai Palisade repair manual?
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