How many transmission complaints does the 2020 Hyundai Palisade have?

NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Palisade, which is 7% of all 536 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Palisade.

At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2020 Palisade?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2020 Palisade is 15,000 miles.

Are transmission problems worse in the 2020 Palisade than other Palisade model years?

Among model years listed, 2020 has the highest share of complaints tied to transmission and powertrain issues at 7%, compared to 5% in 2021 and 2022, 10% in 2023, 3% in 2024, and 4% in 2025.

Did the 2020 Palisade transmission issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Palisade lists 1 crash, 1 fire, and 0 injuries.

2020 Hyundai Palisade Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade, 7% of all 536 complaints filed for that year. Median mileage at failure is 15,000 miles, with 1 crash and 1 fire reported. No related recalls are listed.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 40; 7% of 536
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 15,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Vehicle gets stuck in a single gear (such as 5th) and will not shift up or down, sometimes at speeds around 40 mph.
Owners describe a shudder or jerking sensation while accelerating, decelerating, or coasting, as if the transmission cannot settle on a gear.
A persistent vibration and low-frequency rumbling occurs at highway speeds, which dealers have addressed by balancing tires or replacing the driveshaft without resolving it.
Some drivers report a transmission slip felt between 40-60 mph that dealership inspections did not initially identify.
One driver reported a sudden loss of forward momentum at highway speed accompanied by a popping and hissing noise, a burning smell, and a fire.
One incident involved an unintended surge in acceleration while parking, reaching 5,000 rpm and resulting in a crash.

When 2020 Hyundai Palisade transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 6, 2019, latest Sep 4, 2026.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2025 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Palisade model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202040 (7%)
202123 (5%)
202216 (5%)
202338 (10%)
202413 (3%)
20259 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2020 Hyundai Palisade have?: NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2020 Palisade, which is 7% of all 536 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2020 Hyundai Palisade?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Palisade.
At what mileage do transmission problems typically show up on the 2020 Palisade?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2020 Palisade is 15,000 miles.
Are transmission problems worse in the 2020 Palisade than other Palisade model years?: Among model years listed, 2020 has the highest share of complaints tied to transmission and powertrain issues at 7%, compared to 5% in 2021 and 2022, 10% in 2023, 3% in 2024, and 4% in 2025.
Did the 2020 Palisade transmission issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2020 Palisade lists 1 crash, 1 fire, and 0 injuries.