Should I buy a 2025 Hyundai Palisade with documented airbags problems?

Depends on the price and the specific vehicle. Documented airbags issues should be priced into the purchase — if the seller is asking full retail, negotiate down by the expected repair cost. A pre-purchase inspection from an independent shop tells you whether THIS specific vehicle has already shown the symptoms or not.

2025 Hyundai Palisade airbags problems

moderate 27 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →

Complaints

Recalls

Avg fix

$1,100

What stands out

Of the 6 model years of Hyundai Palisade we track for airbags problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 27.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 26V034000 January 23, 2026

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles

Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Fix: Dealers will install a protective film over the rear window and remove padding, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning March 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated June 2026. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 292. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on January 24, 2026.

The failure pattern owners describe

Buyer takeaway: Do not buy a 2025 Palisade without verifying that both the third-row airbag recall (26V034) and seat belt recall (25V607) have been fully repaired—Hyundai has not yet supplied parts for either, and the airbag fix does not exist. Until repairs are complete, the third row is unsafe for passengers.

Owners of 2025 Hyundai Palisades report two unresolved safety recalls affecting core systems. The third-row side curtain airbags violate federal ejection mitigation standards (FMVSS 226) and may not deploy in a rollover or side-impact crash. Hyundai has not developed a fix and advised owners to avoid the third row entirely—an unreasonable directive for a three-row family SUV. Multiple owners express frustration about being unable to use the vehicle as purchased, particularly those with young children or infants who need three rows.

The first and second-row seat belt buckles fail to latch or latch only with difficulty. Dealers have confirmed these failures and ordered replacement parts under recall 25V607, but supplies remain on back order since January 2026 with no firm delivery date. One owner documented two failed repair attempts spanning three months.

Many owners report Hyundai refused buyback requests or offered loaner vehicles themselves under recall. Owners describe feeling misled at purchase, unable to use a brand-new vehicle safely, and stranded without a timeline or interim guidance on how to operate the car while recalls remain open.

Same Hyundai Palisade airbags reports on nearby years: 2023 · 2024

Failure modes owners describe

Third-Row Side Curtain Airbag Non-Deployment / Ejection Mitigation Failure

Third-row side curtain airbags may fail to deploy correctly during a rollover or side-impact crash, violating FMVSS 226 (Ejection Mitigation). This defect can increase risk of passenger ejection from the vehicle. As of the complaint dates, Hyundai has not developed a remedy.

When: Defect present at purchase; would only manifest in a crash event. Affects 2025 model year Palisade (and 2020–2025 per some narratives).

Symptoms owners cite: No warning lamps or pre-failure symptoms; defect would only manifest in a crash; Cannot be inspected or diagnosed by dealers because no diagnostic procedure exists; No actual crashes reported in these complaints

Codes mentioned: NHTSA Recall 26V034 / Hyundai Recall 292, FMVSS 226 violation

Repairs/costs cited: No remedy available as of complaint dates. Hyundai has advised owners to avoid using the third row. Remedy described as 'under development' with no timeline provided.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 26V034 (Hyundai Recall 292) issued; remedy not yet developed. Owners advised by Hyundai corporate to not place small children in third row. Owner notification letters expected in late March 2026. Multiple owners report Hyundai refused buyback requests.

Seat Belt Buckle Failure / Latch Defect

First and second-row seat belt buckles fail to latch securely or latch with excessive difficulty. One owner's grandson attempted to secure a seat belt and it failed to latch properly. Seats needing replacement per dealer diagnosis.

When: Defect present in 2025 model year. One owner reported failure at unknown mileage while vehicle was parked; another at approximately 19,000 miles.

Symptoms owners cite: Seat belt fails to latch or latches with difficulty; Second-row seat belt buckle fails to secure; Seat belt difficult to fasten

Codes mentioned: NHTSA Campaign 25V607000 / Hyundai Recall 283, Seat belt buckle failure (parts code RC283-S8500-QQH per one narrative)

Repairs/costs cited: Dealers indicate seat belts need to be replaced; parts required (Seat Belt Buckle Kit). Multiple repair attempts have failed due to parts unavailability. One owner had parts specially ordered in January 2026; as of April 2026, parts still on back order with no availability timeline. Another owner was told parts might be available in June 2026.

Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Recall 25V607 (Hyundai Recall 283) issued. Remedy is replacement of seat belt buckles. Parts have been on back order for months with no firm delivery date. One owner documented two failed dealer repair attempts (January 2026 and April 2026) at which technicians confirmed the recall but could not complete repairs due to parts shortage.

Synthesized from 27 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.

What owners are reporting 0 most recent

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Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2025 Hyundai Palisade?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 27 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the airbags 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 $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover airbags 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.

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/2025/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.