CarRecallWatchThe 2020 Hyundai Palisade has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 542 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 7 fires, 16 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (134 reports).
NHTSA rates it up to 5 stars overall for crash safety, depending on the version.
2020 Hyundai Palisade recalls
Side curtain airbags may deploy improperly, raising injury risk
Certain 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade SUVs have side curtain airbags for third-row occupants that may deploy improperly in a crash.
Seat Belt Buckles May Fail to Latch, Risking Injury
Certain 2020-2025 Hyundai Palisade vehicles have seat belt buckles in the driver, passenger, and second-row window seats that may fail to latch.
Tow Hitch Wiring Can Short and Cause a Fire
The tow hitch harness module circuit board can collect debris and moisture, which may cause an electrical short.
Wiper Motor Can Fail, Reducing Windshield Visibility
Certain 2020 and 2021 Hyundai Palisade vehicles may have a windshield wiper motor that becomes inoperative, causing the wipers to stop working.
Side curtain airbags may not inflate properly in a crash
Certain 2020 Hyundai Palisade vehicles may have side curtain airbag mounting bolts that can damage the airbags when they deploy.
Most common 2020 Hyundai Palisade problems
Problem areas named in the 542 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 134 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 115 |
| Unknown Or Other | 87 |
| Suspension | 61 |
| Seat Belts | 51 |
| Electrical System | 47 |
| Power Train | 41 |
| Structure | 26 |
| Air Bags | 25 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 20 |
What owners report
⢠Noticed a rattle sound when taking off and when the car was preparing to stop; All timely maintenance were done at Headquarter Hyundai in [XXX]. Oil change was done by Tires Plus ([XXX]) end of XXX as the car was just over 100k miles, so no warranty. ⢠XXX, notice the rattle sound and notice the engine tremble when stopping. Returned to Tire Plus for diagnostic. XXX - TECH NOTED NO OIL ON DIPSTICK UPON ARRIVAL. CUSTOMER ADVISED TO DO OIL CHANGES MORE FREQUENTLY AT 3,000 MILE INTERVALS; NO VISIBLE OIL LEAKS AT THIS TIME - INTERNAL ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. POTENTIAL PISTON RING OR ENGINE BEARING ISSUE CAUSING OIL CONSUMPTION. COMPUTERIZED ENGINE ANALYSIS. ⢠My safety was at risk whe
Windshield has cracked multiple times
On three separate occasions, when turning left, the steering wheel locked briefly at the 11pm position and there was a clunking noise. It released after a second or two. Obviously having steering lock is a severe safety issue. I have had it at Haselwood Hyundia in Bremerton, WA for a week and because they cannot reproduce the issue themselves, they are sending me home with the car unfixed. There were no warnings or other notifications and apparently no diagnostic codes.
My 2020 Hyundai Palisade experienced repeated instances of the engine cooling fan continuing to operate after the vehicle was completely shut off. In one instance, the fan ran for about 90 minutes after shutdown. After the vehicle was driven again, it ran for approximately another 45 minutes after shutdown. On a subsequent occurrence, the fan continued running until it discharged the battery enough that the vehicle would not start. Southtowne Hyundai in Newnan, Georgia subsequently diagnosed the cause as an internal PCB block failure and replaced the engine-room PCB block pursuant to Hyundai Technical Service Bulletin 26-EE-007H, which addresses battery drain caused by continuous cooling-fa
My 2020 Hyundai Palisade (3.8L V6) suffered an engine failure at approximately 108,000 miles. On September 3rd,2026 , while driving at about 65 mph, the engine began knocking loudly. There was no warning before this happened and the engine light had not come on. The vehicle was taken to Shottenkirk Hyundai, an authorized Hyundai dealer, which diagnosed a connecting rod bearing failure. The repair order states: "Replace engine assembly due to piston slap on front bank caused by rod bearing failure." The dealer says the entire engine must be replaced. The vehicle has been maintained with regular oil changes. The failure was internal and was not caused by a crash, impact, or outside damage.
2020 Hyundai Palisade safety rating
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV AWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (14.3% rollover risk) |
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade SUV FWD | ★★★★★ 5-star | 5 | 5 | 4 (15.9% rollover risk) |
2020 Hyundai Palisade questions
Does the 2020 Hyundai Palisade have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade: Side curtain airbags may deploy improperly, raising injury risk; Seat Belt Buckles May Fail to Latch, Risking Injury; Tow Hitch Wiring Can Short and Cause a Fire; Wiper Motor Can Fail, Reducing Windshield Visibility; Side curtain airbags may not inflate properly in a crash. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Hyundai Palisade?
Based on 542 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (134), Visibility/Wiper (115), Unknown Or Other (87).
How safe is the 2020 Hyundai Palisade?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings program gives the 2020 Hyundai Palisade up to 5 out of 5 stars overall; ratings vary by version, see the table above.
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 Hyundai Palisade has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.