2021 Hyundai Palisade problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 435 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade, filed between 2020-08-05 and 2026-09-23. The most common problem areas are the seat belts (108, 25%), engine (57, 13%) and electrical system (55, 13%). Owners reported 8 crashes, 1 fire and 20 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2021 Hyundai Palisade complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat belts | 108 | 25% | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 81 | 19% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Engine | 57 | 13% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 55 | 13% | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 48 | 11% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 30 | 7% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 23 | 5% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 20 | 5% | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Structure | 20 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| Visibility | 15 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 13 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Steering | 13 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailer hitches | 13 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 9 | 2% | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 9 | 2% | 2 | 1 | 5 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Seat belts: 108 complaints
- 108 complaints of 435 (25%) name the seat belts — belts, buckles, retractors and pretensioners.
- 5 of them also name the air bags; owners reported 1 injury in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade; the recall, campaign 25V607000, says: “The seat belt buckles in the driver, passenger, and second-row window seats may fail to latch.”
Engine: 57 complaints
- 57 complaints of 435 (13%) name the engine.
- 8 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade covers this system.
Electrical system: 55 complaints
- 55 complaints of 435 (13%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 8 of them also name the engine; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade covers this system.
Visibility/wiper: 48 complaints
- 48 complaints of 435 (11%) name the visibility/wiper — the windshield, windows, mirrors, wipers and defrosters.
- 3 of them also name the unknown or other; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade; the latest, campaign 23V180000, says: “The windshield wiper motor may operate intermittently or fail to operate due to snow or ice buildup on the windshield, causing the wipers to fail.”
Suspension: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 435 (7%) name the suspension — springs, shocks and struts, control arms and ball joints.
- 4 of them also name the unknown or other; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade covers this system.
Power train: 23 complaints
- 23 complaints of 435 (5%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 8 of them also name the engine; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 16 |
| 2021 | 57 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 52 |
| 2024 | 63 |
| 2025 | 118 |
| 2026 | 90 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names PALISADE, model year 2021. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2021 Hyundai Palisade recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Hyundai Palisade?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade's most common problem areas are the seat belts (108 of 435 complaints), engine (57 of 435 complaints) and electrical system (55 of 435 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2021 Hyundai Palisade have?
NHTSA has 435 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade, including 8 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.