Hyundai Palisade Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Hyundai Palisade model year (2020–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Hyundai Palisade Years to Avoid
5 recalls · 328 complaints
14 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 371
4 recalls · 295 complaints
7 reported injuries
Top issue: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 321
3 recalls · 294 complaints
Top issue: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 303
Best Hyundai Palisade Years to Buy
2 recalls · 102 complaints
Main area: SEATS
Problem score: 122
1 recall · 166 complaints
Main area: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 186
3 recalls · 211 complaints
Main area: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 226
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Hyundai Palisade — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 102 | 7 | — | 122 | Good |
| 2025 | 1 | 166 | 6 | 1 | 186 | Caution |
| 2024 | 3 | 260 | 14 | — | 297 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 3 | 294 | — | — | 303 | Avoid |
| 2022 | 3 | 211 | 3 | — | 226 | Caution |
| 2021 | 4 | 295 | 7 | — | 321 | Avoid |
| 2020 | 5 | 328 | 14 | — | 371 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Hyundai Palisade Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent Palisade models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 122 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Palisade should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2020 Hyundai Palisade if possible. It has 5 recalls, 328 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 371 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Palisade to buy?+
The 2026 Hyundai Palisade is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 122. It has only 2 recalls and 102 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Palisade has the fewest problems?+
The 2026, 2025, 2022 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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