2026 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Hyundai Palisade
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2026 Ford Explorer | 2026 Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 34 | 114 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 17 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 20–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 48 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 27 |
| Engine | 6 | 14 |
| Power Train | 3 | 13 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 10 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 4 |
| Lane Departure | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2026 Ford Explorer
2026 Hyundai Palisade
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.