Certain 2023-24MY Palisade (LX2) vehicles may exhibit reduced acceleration when driving in âSnowâ mode on a curved road. This may be due to the Traction Control System (TCS) logic becoming too sensitive and reducing engine torque in these conditions. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to update the TCS logic in the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system to resolve this condition.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2024 Hyundai Palisade steering problems
severe Owners of the 2024 Hyundai Palisade have filed 13 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 Palisade | 14 |
| 2021 Palisade | 13 |
| 2022 Palisade | 15 |
| 2023 Palisade | 16 |
| 2024 Palisade (this page) | 13 |
| 2025 Palisade | 9 |
1crash
1injury
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of the 2024 Palisade consistently describe violent steering wheel vibration and shaking triggered by bumps, potholes, railroad tracks, speed bumps, or uneven pavement. The shaking happens at low speeds (5 MPH in parking areas) and highway speeds alike. One owner's dealership technician called it "Death Wobble." One owner hit the brakes hard enough to stop the shaking; another held the steering wheel firmly to regain control.
Braking problems occur alongside the steering vibration. Owners report brake pedals that are difficult to depress, require extreme pressure to stop the vehicle, or stutter and shake over bumps. One owner applying full body weight to the brake pedal couldn't stop the vehicle and collided with another car while crossing railroad tracks, sustaining a neck injury and ongoing medical care needs.
During low-speed turns, some owners report the steering wheel locking abruptly mid-turn with a loud bang, then releasing with a pop and spinning the opposite direction—leaving the wheels misaligned with steering input. This has nearly caused T-bone collisions at intersections.
One owner's dashboard flooded with warning lights, error messages, and failed gauges at 14,500 miles; the dealer couldn't replicate it, but it reoccurred within 13 miles of pickup. Another reports the vehicle pulling hard to the right despite alignment work.
Three or more dealerships have been unable to replicate these issues or provide lasting repairs. One proposed a steering column replacement without confidence it would work.
Same Hyundai Palisade steering reports on nearby years: 2021 · 2022 · 2023
Failure modes owners describe
Steering wheel vibration and shimmy on bumpy roads
Violent shaking and vibration of the steering wheel when driving over bumps, potholes, railroad tracks, speed bumps, or uneven pavement. Occurs at various speeds (5 MPH to highway speeds). Owners report loss of steering control and difficulty regaining it.
When: Occurs on bumpy/uneven roads; one report at 1,000 miles, most within first 4-23 months of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: Violent steering wheel shaking and vibration; Front wheels moving back and forth violently; Steering wheel jerking mid-turn; Loss of steering control; Shaking stops when brakes applied hard or steering held firmly
Repairs/costs cited: Dealerships unable to replicate the issue on diagnostic scans or test drives; one dealer proposed replacing the steering column
Brake pedal issues and unresponsive braking
Brake pedal becomes difficult to depress or unresponsive when steering wheel vibrates on bumpy roads. Owners report needing to apply extreme pressure to stop the vehicle, or brakes failing entirely in emergency situations. One owner reported being unable to brake before collision.
When: Occurs primarily on bumpy roads; collision incident reported after multiple prior unreplicated reports to dealer
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal difficult to depress; Brake pedal requires extreme pressure to stop vehicle; Brakes stutter and shake over bumps; Brake system unresponsive, vehicle lunges forward; Brake pedal pulsing during stop attempts
Repairs/costs cited: One owner involved in collision with injury as result of brake failure; no repairs documented as successful
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer made aware and case filed in one instance; dealership unable to replicate
Steering wheel locking and abrupt mid-turn stops
During low-speed turns (forward or reverse), steering wheel abruptly locks mid-turn with a loud bang, preventing turn completion. After 10-15 seconds, wheel releases with a loud pop and spins opposite to intended direction, leaving wheels misaligned with steering input.
When: Occurs during low-speed turning maneuvers; reported 4 months into ownership, persistent over 23 months
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel locks abruptly during turn; Loud bang when locking occurs; Wheels lock at angle opposite to steering input; Loud pop when steering releases; Wheels and steering misaligned after release
Repairs/costs cited: Three dealerships unable to replicate; one dealer proposes steering column replacement without confirmation it will resolve issue
Heavy steering and dashboard warning light flooding
Steering becomes heavy and unresponsive; dashboard illuminates with multiple warning lights, error messages, and warning signs flashing simultaneously. Speedometer and signal indicators fail. Occurs intermittently without prior warning.
When: First occurrence at 14,500 miles; dealer unable to replicate, reoccurred within 13 miles of pickup
Symptoms owners cite: Steering feels heavy; All dashboard warning lights illuminated; Multiple error messages displayed; Speedometer not working; Signal indicator not working on dash; Warning signs flashing
Vehicle pulling to the right
SUV pulls sharply to the right in an unsafe manner. Alignment performed by dealership did not correct the issue. Owner reports researching and finding this is a common issue, with Hyundai denying it.
When: Timing not specified; occurred over at least two dealership visits
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle pulls to right in unsafe manner
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership performed alignment without correcting the pull
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Hyundai denying the issue per owner's report
Lane-keeping/driving assist disengagement without notification
Steering assist icon in instrument cluster illuminates when engaged but disappears without warning when system disengages, leaving driver unaware control has been returned to them. No audible or visual notification of disengagement like competitor systems.
Symptoms owners cite: Steering assist icon disappears without warning; No audible alert when assist disengages; No visual warning when control returns to driver
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
I like how tesla has created an audible and visual clue to know when the Assistive functions enable, engage and they disengage. With this hyundai, there is a steering Icon, that lights up in the instrument cluster, that we should search to confirm its engaged, and then when it disengages, it just disappears without any warining or notification that the driver is in control.
Had steering trouble with your 2024 Hyundai Palisade?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2024 Hyundai Palisade?
It's a meaningful issue. 13 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering 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 $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2024/Hyundai/Palisade.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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