Sunroof shattered. We were traveling on I70 in eastern Colorado. The temperature outside was just below freezing and the temperature inside was set to between 72 and 78. We heard a loud bang and we were showered with broken glass. My wife, two sons and I received minor cuts. My wife possibly got some glass in her eye but seems to have gotten it out with no ill effect. While I was very startled I…
2022 Hyundai Palisade visibility problems
severe 41 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350 · see visibility across all vehicles →
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$350
5injuries
What stands out
Owners have filed 41 visibility complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
No new NHTSA visibility complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 4 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: The 2022 Palisade has documented issues with sunroof spontaneous shattering, windshield fragility and rapid cracking, and windshield wiper failures in snow—some persisting even after a 2023 recall. Visibility problems range from inoperable wipers during winter driving to washer fume intrusion and power mirror malfunction; multiple owners report dealerships refusing repairs or denying warranty coverage.
Sunroof shattering is the most disturbing complaint: owners describe loud explosions at highway speeds with no visible impact—temperatures from 55°F to freezing, vehicle sitting parked, or just ordinary driving. Glass showers the cabin or stays contained by the sunshade. The manufacturer says the part isn't covered under warranty.
Windshields crack easily. Owners cite small rocks and minor debris causing full windshield failure where other brands wouldn't break. Worse, some windshields crack spontaneously—no visible impact. One owner replaced the windshield three times in under two years. Dealerships warn that repairing a chip can trigger catastrophic full-length cracking. Owners compare fragility to past Hyundai litigation over 2020-2021 models.
Wiper failures cluster around snow and heavy rain. A 2023 recall (243/23V-180) replaced the driver-side wiper arm, but snow still jams the motor and freezes the wiper in the park position. Owners must pull over and dig snow from the wiper well to reset it. The bolt works loose repeatedly, and dealerships say they see this constantly. Some refuse further repairs or demand payment despite the recall.
Separate from snow issues, some owners report wipers activating on sunny days or refusing to work when rain actually hits—a sensor malfunction. Three dealership visits didn't fix it.
One owner got washer fluid fumes in the cabin, causing headaches. Hyundai told them to manually turn on recirculation before using the washer; the 2023 model fixes this design flaw.
Power mirrors stopped adjusting entirely on at least one vehicle; reset didn't help.
Same Hyundai Palisade visibility reports on nearby years: 2020 · 2021 · 2023
Failure modes owners describe
Sunroof spontaneous shattering
Glass sunroof explodes without external impact while driving or parked. Glass fragments shower into cabin or remain contained by sunshade. Owners report loud bangs or gunshot-like sounds.
When: Early ownership; 1,200 to 43,000 miles; temperatures ranging 55°F to freezing; no consistent trigger
Symptoms owners cite: Loud explosion or popping sound from roof; Glass shattered completely with no visible impact; Glass shards falling into cabin; Glass bowed inward toward center
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement part not covered under warranty at 4,700 miles; dealership determined no external cause but offered no repair in some cases; one owner received free repair and loaner
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer informed contact replacement part not covered under warranty; some dealers offered free repair; no recall issued
Windshield cracking under minor impact or spontaneously
Windshield cracks easily from small road debris or develops spontaneous cracks without known impact. Cracks propagate rapidly across windshield. Multiple instances reported within short ownership periods.
When: 2,500 to 11,000 miles; multiple instances within months on same vehicle; can occur after remote start warming in cold weather
Symptoms owners cite: Small chip or crack from minor rock impact; Spontaneous cracking with no visible impact or debris hit; Rapid crack propagation across windshield; Crack spreading in multiple directions
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership warned chip repair itself can cause full windshield failure; windshield requires full replacement; repair shops and Safelite noted windshield fragility is unusual; owners cite lawsuit pending for 2020-2021 model fragile windshield defect
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealers initially claimed 'road hazard' and refused warranty coverage; Hyundai Consumer Affairs provided no remedy; no recall issued
Driver-side windshield wiper failure in snow and rain
Driver-side wiper stops working or becomes inoperable during snow or heavy rain. Snow accumulation in wiper motor housing or wiper arm area causes motor to seize. Issue persists after recall repair and multiple dealership visits.
When: Recall conducted November 2023; failures continue after recall; occurs during snowstorms and heavy rain
Symptoms owners cite: Wiper stops working entirely in snow or rain; Snow accumulates under wiper arm causing motor to stop; Wiper arm hits edge of windshield or slows then stops; Wiper stops in lower position and will not respond to controls; Wiper arm bent inward after cold weather
Repairs/costs cited: Recall 243 (NHTSA 23V-180) performed in November 2023; replacement wiper arm does not resolve issue; dealership tightens bolt as temporary fix; bolt works loose again due to weak motor; some dealers refuse to service or charge for repeat repairs despite recall
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 243 issued but described as 'closed' by NHTSA despite ongoing failures; dealerships cite 'improper use' when wiper arm bent; Hyundai Consumer Affairs refused goodwill override for repeat failures
Intermittent wiper malfunction unrelated to weather
Windshield wipers activate on clear days or fail to respond to actual rain. Wiper motor operates unpredictably independent of moisture sensor input.
When: Ongoing; reported multiple times after recall repair
Symptoms owners cite: Wipers activate on sunny days without rain; Wipers do not respond when rain hits windshield; Intermittent operation regardless of conditions
Repairs/costs cited: Owner took vehicle to dealership three separate times including for Recall 243; problem persists unsolved
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 243 addressed but did not resolve intermittent activation issue
Washer fluid fumes entering cabin
Windshield washer fluid odor and fumes enter vehicle interior through ventilation system when washer is activated, causing headaches and nausea in sensitive occupants.
When: Affects 2022 model; issue addressed in 2023 redesign
Symptoms owners cite: Strong chemical odor filling cabin when washer used; Fumes entering via ventilation system; Headache and taste of fumes in sensitive individuals
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership inspected ventilation system and found no mechanical defect; workaround is manual recirculation button operation
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Hyundai Consumer Affairs (Case #21145978) stated no resolution available for 2022 model; advised manual recirculation workaround; 2023 model redesigned to address issue
Power mirror adjustment failure
Power mirrors become inoperable and cannot be adjusted. Single failure event renders both mirrors non-functional for height and angle adjustment.
When: Normal operation
Symptoms owners cite: Mirrors will not adjust via control switch; Limited rear side view visibility
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership attempted reset of mirror program; failure recurred one day later
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No warranty assistance mentioned
Synthesized from 41 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
2022 Hyundai Palisade had issue with wipers (stopping at 5 inch from designated place), it was reported and repaired previously in 2023 by Hyundai Dealer. However, recently after cold weather, drive side wiper arm was bent inward and passenger side wiper was not working. It is physically impossible for some one to bend wiper arm inwards and provided Hyundai with pictures and Dealer is claiming…
Yet again the wipers failed to operate with a small amount of snow buildup on the wiper arm. I see a recall for the 2020 and 2021 Hyundai Palisades but not for my 2022. I feel this is extremely dangerous and needs to be remedied ASAP. Having to pull over on a busy snowy highway to clear the snow buildup just to get the wipers to work is a catastrophe waiting to happen.
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Common questions
How serious is the visibility problem on the 2022 Hyundai Palisade?
It's a meaningful issue. 41 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $350.
At what mileage does the visibility typically fail?
Based on the 41 complaints filed, visibility issues most often appear around 17,400 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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?
No active recalls currently cover visibility 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.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Hyundai/Palisade.
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