Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Hyundai Palisade
The 2022 Hyundai Palisade has several recall campaigns and a significant number of complaints, primarily related to seat belts, the engine, and electrical issues. Potential buyers should be cautious and conduct thorough inspections, especially given the limited data on specific recurring problems beyond these areas.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Hyundai Palisade has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 318 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V034000 Side Curtain Air Bag May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 226 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V607000 Seat Belt Buckles May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V180000 Windshield Wipers May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V633000 Tow Hitch Harness Fire While Parked or Driving NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V353000 Disabled Instrument Cluster Display Screen NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Seat Belts 72 complaints
- Engine 50 complaints
- Unknown or Other 49 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 35 complaints
- Electrical System 33 complaints
- Suspension 19 complaints
Of the 318 complaints on file, 7 report a crash and 2 a fire; across all 318 complaints, owners report 7 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Side curtain air bags deploy improperly
How to check: Verify recall completion for air bags before purchase.
Seat belt buckle failure
How to check: Check seat belts latch securely in all positions.
Windshield wiper motor failure
How to check: Test wipers; ensure consistent operation.
Instrument cluster screen issues
How to check: Observe for any display malfunctions while driving.
Tow hitch harness fire risk
How to check: Inspect for signs of electrical shorts or residue.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual engine noises starting up.
Red flag: Loud knocking or clicking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Check instrument cluster for display errors.
Red flag: Blank or faulty display screen
- 03
Low-speed maneuvering
What to check: Test seat belts by latching and unlatching.
Red flag: Seat belts fail to latch securely
- 04
City driving
What to check: Use wipers; ensure full range and speed.
Red flag: Wipers stalling or not functioning
- 05
Highway acceleration
What to check: Observe dashboard for warning lights.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights appearing
- 06
Parking
What to check: Examine trailer hitch and wiring for damage.
Red flag: Frayed wires or burnt smells
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the airbag recall been completed?
- Any issues with the seat belts latching?
- Do the windshield wipers work correctly?
- Has the tow hitch been inspected?
- Any electrical issues or repairs?
- Is the instrument cluster fully functional?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Recall completion paperwork
- Recent service records
- Vehicle inspection report
- Warranty documentation
- Accident history report
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Hyundai Palisade at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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