2026 Hyundai Palisade Body and structure Problems

“We are currently on a road trip. Fortunately we were in a 55mph zone and not going faster. While driving on the highway, the hood released from the latch and popped open. Fortunately the secondary latch caught it and we were able to pull over safely. I can’t imagine if we were going faster if the secondary latch would’ve withheld it. Very scary incident”

“Korum Hyundai documented my 2026 Palisade Calligraphy as having a “Failing bumper support structure” and noted a rear-bumper indentation on 3 of 4 vehicles inspected. Purchased 1/28/26, delivered 3/1/26. After road trips and the first wash following the 30-day ceramic-coating cure, the indentation was clearly evident. Multiple inspections found no evidence of impact or camera-recorded damage. The bumper was replaced through insurance and recoated. …”

“The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the anti-pinch protection feature was inoperative and failed to identify that the seat was occupied. The contact’s grandson accidentally hit an unknown button and was squished by the seat. The failure caused emotional distress to her grandson. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (AWAITING1); Manufacturer Recall Number: 296 (Structure, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. …”