2020 Hyundai Palisade
Common Problems
Ranked from 249 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
13 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Windshield Cracking Without Impact
118complaintsHigh severityOtherWindshields develop cracks without any known impact or external cause, even when parked or stationary.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 2
High Oil Consumption
34complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine consumes excessive amounts of oil, often requiring frequent refills and leading to critical low oil levels.
$400–$4,500est. oil-consumption repair (rings/pcv) · 3–14 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Windshield spontaneous cracking
30complaintsHigh severityOtherWindshields spontaneously crack without any apparent cause or impact.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 4
Wind noise from windows and doors at higher speeds
23complaintsMedium severityOtherThere is persistent wind noise from windows and doors at higher speeds, which can be distracting to the driver.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 5
Suspension Issues with Rear Shocks
19complaintsHigh severitySuspensionRear suspension shocks fail prematurely, leading to a bumpy ride and potential safety concerns.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Loud Whistling Noise from Driver's Door
14complaintsHigh severityOtherThere is a loud whistling noise coming from the driver's door at highway speeds.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 7
Engine Stalling and Unusual Behavior
13complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine stalling and unexpected behavior occur frequently, sometimes accompanied by smoke, posing a safety risk.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Engine Misfires and Stalls
9complaintsHigh severityEngineEngine misfires and stalls unexpectedly, leading to dangerous situations and potential accidents.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Sunroof Malfunctions
8complaintsHigh severityOtherSunroofs shatter unexpectedly, posing a significant safety risk to passengers during travel.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 10
Transmission Shudder
6complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shudders during acceleration and shifting, indicating potential transmission wear or failure.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Unexplained Sunroof Failure
4complaintsHigh severityOtherThe panoramic sunroof spontaneously shatters while the vehicle is in motion, posing a safety risk and requiring immediate attention.
Related recall: 25V607000
- 12
Air Conditioning System Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe air conditioning system fails to produce cold air, reducing comfort and potentially visibility in hot weather.
$800–$1,600est. a/c compressor replacement · 3–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V607000
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Steering Column Shearing Off During Minor Impact
2complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering column shears off during minor impacts, leading to loss of steering control.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.