2021 Hyundai Palisade electrical system problems
55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am reporting a potential safety defect involving my 2021 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy AWD. The vehicle has experienced repeated engine and drivability problems and multiple breakdowns following replacement of the engine by Hyundai. The original engine developed excessive oil consumption and was…”
filed Sep 1, 2026
“Component/system, available for inspection? Rear visibility system — AVN head unit's processing of the rear camera image. On shift to reverse, screen flickers, shows blinking green, or no rear image. Vehicle available for inspection. Original camera was replaced Jan 2026 and retained by the dealer…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some Palisade (LX2), Tucson (NX4), and Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles may experience battery drain due to continuous operation of the cooling fan after vehicle ignition has been turned off, potentially resulting in a…
26-EE-007H TSB · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2026
Electrical System problems in other Palisade years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Palisade | 27 | 24% |
| 2025 Palisade | 8 | 3% |
| 2024 Palisade | 14 | 4% |
| 2023 Palisade | 39 | 10% |
| 2022 Palisade | 30 | 10% |
| 2020 Palisade | 45 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Hyundai Palisade
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.