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Hyundai Recalls Hundreds of Thousands of Palisade SUVs Over Airbag Issue
The automaker says the side curtain airbags for third-row occupants may not deploy properly in a crash.
Jan. 29, 2026 at 8:55pm
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Hyundai is recalling hundreds of thousands of its popular Palisade SUV models from 2020 to 2025 due to an issue with the side curtain airbags for third-row passengers. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says the airbags may not deploy properly in a crash, violating federal safety standards. Hyundai is working on a remedy and will notify owners in mid-March.
Why it matters
Airbag malfunctions can lead to serious injuries or fatalities in a crash, so this recall is an important safety issue for Palisade owners. The Palisade is one of Hyundai's best-selling and most important models, so the scale of this recall is significant for the automaker.
The details
The issue stems from the side curtain airbags supplied to Hyundai by Swedish company Autoliv, the world's largest producer of airbags and seatbelts. NHTSA says the airbags 'may deploy improperly in a crash,' causing the vehicles to not meet federal safety standards. Hyundai and Autoliv are currently developing a remedy for the problem.
- Hyundai will begin mailing owner notification letters in mid-March 2026.
The players
Hyundai
A major South Korean automaker that manufactures and sells vehicles worldwide, including the popular Palisade SUV.
Autoliv
A Swedish company that is the world's largest producer of airbags and seatbelts, supplying components to Hyundai for the Palisade.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
The U.S. federal agency responsible for regulating vehicle safety and issuing recalls when safety issues are identified.
What’s next
Hyundai is currently developing a remedy for the airbag issue, and once it is finalized, the company will notify Palisade owners to bring their vehicles in for the free repair.
The takeaway
This recall highlights the importance of automakers and suppliers quickly addressing safety issues to protect drivers and passengers. It also underscores the critical role of federal regulators in identifying and addressing vehicle defects that could put the public at risk.
