Second row seat belt buckles come unbuckle while driving. Even with buckle securely fastened and checked upon passenger being seated, later on the seatbelt becomes unbuckled randomly during driving. Extreme safety issue not only since the passenger is unbuckled, but because driver now becomes distracted trying to resolve a safety issue while driving.
2021 hyundai Palisade seatbelts problems
moderate 93 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
Occasionally the driver's side middle row passenger seat belt will come unbuckled while driving. This happens without pushing the eject button. Reinserting the buckle will clear the seat belt alarm and refasten the belt but occasionally it will pop out again.
The captain seats in the back middle row will be clicked in place and they come undone during operation of the vehicle. This happens on both of the captain seats in the back row. This has occurred at least 6 times in the last month Dec 2024
Common questions
How serious is the seatbelts problem on the 2021 hyundai Palisade?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 93 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the seatbelts typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $500 for seatbelts repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to seatbelts?
No active recalls currently cover seatbelts issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.