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2021 Hyundai Palisade visibility problems

moderate 53 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →

Failure mileage
Complaints
53
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$350

When does it fail?

Of the 53 visibility complaints filed for the 2021 Hyundai Palisade, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
1 (100%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)

Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.

What stands out

Among the 6 model years of Hyundai Palisade in our records for visibility problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.

No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 3 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 22V627000 August 15, 2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver-side windshield wiper arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 233.

What owners are reporting 4 most recent

visibility · filed 12/29/2022

Windshield on 2021 Palisade cracks easily i had two cracks developed within 3 days of each other. Cracks easily developed into a 2 feet crack

visibility · filed 12/27/2022

While driving down the highway a truck in front of me slings a rock into my windshield. Watched this small crack run all the way across my windshield shortly after. These windshields are too fragile. I have never experienced this with any other vehicle I have owned.

visibility · 3,500 mi · filed 12/18/2020

We were driving at a slow rate of speed and a rock bounced up from a passing car, not even driving behind it but passing head on, and it cracked the windshield. These windshields seem to be extremely fragile and can't hold up to a simple rock or even pebble. In my experience, I have never had a complete crack like this and the windshield should be able to withstand or only present a rock chip…

visibility · filed 12/16/2020

Wipers became non-operational as snow slide down the front of the care preventing the wiper from completing a full cycle. The snow was ~3 inches up the windshield which halted the wiper in the down position. Once the snow was manually cleared the wiper was able to complete its evolution and regained functionality. This occurred at a speed of 15 while breaking during inclement weather. Not an…

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Common questions

How serious is the visibility problem on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 53 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?

Across the 12 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most visibility failures cluster between 2,400 and 65,000 miles, with the median around 4,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 2,400; a quarter make it past 65,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility 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 visibility?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

Related

Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2021/Hyundai/Palisade. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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