general problems of the 2026 Hyundai Palisade

I am the owner of a 2026 Hyundai Palisade, purchased new less than 60 days ago. This vehicle is currently subject to a safety recall involving the 2nd and 3rd row power seat assemblies, which reportedly lack sufficient anti-pinch protection during certain seat adjustment functions, including automatic power-folding (stow) and the one-touch tilt-and-slide (“walk-in”) feature. We experienced this defect firsthand in our vehicle. During operation of the second-row seat adjustment feature, the seat continued moving without adequate resistance detection or automatic stop, indicating a failure of the anti-pinch protection system. This created a hazardous condition where an occupant could become trapped or injured by the moving seat mechanism. This issue is especially concerning because these seat functions are located in areas of the vehicle intended for passengers and children. We have an infant who will be occupying these seating areas, and this defect presents a direct safety risk. Since purchasing the vehicle, I have also become aware that this defect has been linked to multiple injuries and the death of a young child. Additionally, Hyundai has issued a stop-sale on affected vehicles, yet current owners are still expected to operate them without a confirmed repair available. At this time, no remedy has been completed on my vehicle, and I do not believe it is safe to operate given the nature of the defect and its location within the passenger seating area. I was told to ask the dealership for a loaner, which the dealership does not have. Additionally, Hyundai said they would cover $60/day in rental fees. A similarly-sized SUV in our area rents at $210/day - a payment discrepancy we cannot afford.

I own a 2026 Hyundai Palisade calligraphy hybrid, VIN [xxx] ]. My vehicle is included in two safety recalls: 1. Second- and third-row power-folding seats may fail to detect a person or object, creating a risk of trapping or crushing a child. 2. [second recall issue—e. G. , seat sensor/seatbelt defect] may prevent proper seat operation or restraint, further endangering passengers. I transport a toddler daily, and have another little one on the way. While these recalls are unresolved, I cannot safely use the vehicle. No accident or injury has occurred, but the defects pose a significant risk of child injury or death. I am filing this complaint to document these serious safety risks and request that the NHTSA ensure Hyundai addresses both defects promptly. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Component/system: second- and third-row power seat assemblies (recall 26v160000) and third-row driver-side seat belt buckle wiring (recall 26v169000). Both components are available for inspection upon request. Safety risk: the power seat system may fail to detect an occupant during folding operation, creating a crushing hazard. This defect is linked to the death of a [xxx] child in [xxx] on March 7, 2026, and multiple reported injuries. The seat belt defect may cause a false latch indicator, leaving a rear passenger unrestrained without the driver's knowledge. Confirmed by dealer/manufacturer: yes. Hyundai motor America has formally acknowledged both defects via official safety recalls. Hyundai issued a stop-sale order on all unsold 2026 Palisade calligraphy vehicles. Inspected by manufacturer: yes. Hyundai has issued an interim over-the-air software update under recall 26v160000, which it acknowledges is not a permanent fix. No permanent remedy exists for either recall as of April 2, 2026. Warning symptoms: owners received in-vehicle dashboard alerts via bluelink and direct communications from Hyundai. We purchased this vehicle September 15, 2025 with 33 miles on the odometer. We have submitted a formal written buyback demand to Hyundai motor America and are simultaneously filing complaints with the missouri attorney general's consumer protection division. We are requesting NHTSA investigate whether owners are entitled to a buyback under federal law. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).