Hyundai Motor America recalled 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles for seat belt buckles that may fail to latch, announced by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on September 12, 2025. Dealers will replace the buckle assemblies free of charge.
How to tell if you have it
- Hyundai Palisade, 2020-2025
What to do
Passengers should insert the belt firmly into the buckle with a quick and direct motion, pulling on the belt to confirm it is fully secured. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460.
The hazard
Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Hyundai Motor America has 193 other recalls on file since July 11, 2014. Other recent recalls of similar products include Kia 2027 Telluride Seat Belts Recall (March 6, 2026), Audi 2025 Q5 Seat Belts Recall (April 24, 2026), and Mercedes-Benz 2026 GLS 450 4MATIC Seat Belts Recall (May 29, 2026).