Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2023 Hyundai Palisade
The 2023 Hyundai Palisade faces some reliability concerns with 409 complaints and five recall campaigns. Key issues identified include air bag deployment, seat belt latching, and power train challenges. Inspections should focus on these areas to ensure safety and functionality. Despite these issues, other models in this line have generally been dependable, but potential buyers should proceed with care given the limited data.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2023 Hyundai Palisade has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 410 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 #23V526000 Electric Oil Pump Assembly May Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V415000 Loss of Power Brake Assist NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V180000 Windshield Wipers May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Service Brakes 81 complaints
- Seat Belts 77 complaints
- Unknown or Other 75 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 53 complaints
- Electrical System 41 complaints
- Engine 38 complaints
Of the 410 complaints on file, 6 report a crash and 1 a fire; across all 410 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Improper air bag deployment
How to check: Verify air bag recall repair compliance and test deployment warning lights.
Seat belts may not latch
How to check: Test the latching mechanism on all seat belts.
Power brake assist may fail
How to check: Inspect brake pedal response and check for booster recall fixes.
Pump controller may overheat
How to check: Inspect for overheating signs near the transmission area.
Wipers may fail under iciness
How to check: Test wiper functionality under slightly icy conditions.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for unusual noises from engine or brakes.
Red flag: Loud knocks or squeals
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Verify all dashboard warning lights turn off.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights
- 03
General driving
What to check: Listen for odd noises or brake response inconsistencies.
Red flag: Grinding brakes or delayed stopping
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Check transmission responsiveness and smoothness.
Red flag: Sluggish gear changes
- 05
Braking from speed
What to check: Evaluate the stopping power and feel.
Red flag: Soft brake pedal or poor stop
- 06
Activating all controls
What to check: Test all electronics, incl. wipers and seat belts.
Red flag: Non-functional controls
- 07
Ending the drive
What to check: Inspect for leaks or odd smells from car.
Red flag: Oil, coolant, or burning smells
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Have all recall repairs been completed?
- Are there any air bag or belt issues?
- Has the brake system been serviced?
- Any overheating or transmission issues?
- Has the car been in any accidents?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Proof of recall repairs
- Maintenance records
- Vehicle history report
- Title and registration
- Accident repair documentation
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2023 Hyundai Palisade at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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