The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles. The side curtain air bags for third-row occupants may deploy improperly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
The risk
Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a protective film over the rear window and remove padding, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Final remedy owner letters will be mailed in phases, beginning in June 2026 and expected to continue through December 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 292. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 24, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-034 (26V034000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 292 |
| Manufacturer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Component | Air bags › Side/window › Curtain |
| Report date | January 22, 2026 |
| Owners notified | June 26, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 568,576 |
| Initiated by | OVSC |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-034 repair free?
Yes. Hyundai dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install a protective film over the rear window and remove padding, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning March 13, 2026.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 568,576 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.