Hyundai recalls more than 610,000 vehicles after NHTSA review

Hyundai recalls over 610,000 vehicles in the US after NHTSA flagged airbag and instrument cluster defects. See which models are affected and what happens next.

Hyundai is facing another large-scale recall in the U.S. market, with more than 610,000 vehicles affected across two separate campaigns. The spotlight is firmly on the Palisade, the brand’s flagship family SUV, which accounts for the vast majority of the total.

The largest recall covers 568,576 Hyundai Palisade SUVs from the 2020–2025 model years. According to regulators, the issue involves side curtain airbags for third-row occupants, which may deploy improperly in certain crash scenarios, increasing the risk of injury. Hyundai has acknowledged the defect and confirmed that a final remedy is still under development.

The airbag modules in question are supplied by Swedish safety specialist Autoliv, the world’s largest manufacturer of passive safety systems. These components became the focus of a federal review that ultimately defined the scope of the recall. Owner notification letters for Palisade vehicles are expected to be sent in mid-March, although the company has not yet announced when repairs will begin.

At the same time, Hyundai is recalling an additional 41,651 vehicles in the U.S. due to a potential instrument cluster failure. A software glitch may cause the display to shut down, preventing drivers from seeing critical information such as vehicle speed. Hyundai plans to address this issue through a software update, which can be installed either remotely or at a dealership.

Together, the two recalls make January one of the most challenging months for Hyundai’s North American operations. While regulators await final approval of repair procedures, owners are advised to monitor official notifications and check their vehicle status by VIN, as next steps will depend on the completion of the defect assessment process.