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2022 Hyundai Palisade Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 39 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Palisade, 13% of that year's 306 total complaints, with a median mileage at failure of 28,000. One related recall (22V633000) covers the tow hitch harness, and owners report parts delays and a shattered sunroof, with 1 injury reported.

Structure & Body complaints
39
13% of 306
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Median mileage
28,000 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the tow hitch wiring recall (22V633000) repair parts were unavailable for months, leaving trailer hitch indicator lights non-functional.
  • Some owners had dealers perform an interim fix by removing the tow hitch fuse while waiting for the permanent recall repair.
  • One owner reported a panoramic sunroof that shattered completely during a car wash, scattering glass inside the vehicle.
  • One owner described sharp edges on the front seat track rails that can cut hands during cleaning or mat removal.
  • Several complaints are duplicate reports about the same tow hitch recall delay rather than new failure types.

When 2022 Hyundai Palisade body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 20, 2022, latest Aug 4, 2026.

2022 Hyundai Palisade structure & body complaints: complaints filed per month6Sep 2022Feb 2023May 2023Mar 2024Feb 2025Mar 2026Jun 2026
39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2022 to Aug 2026; peak Mar 2026 (6).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2022 Hyundai Palisade

  1. NHTSA 22V633000Aug 18, 2022Structure & Body244,980 vehiclesPark Outside

    Trailer hitches

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 2020-2022 Palisade vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

    Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 18, 2023. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 235.

Structure & Body complaints by Palisade model year

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

  1. 202052 (10%)
  2. 202145 (10%)
  3. 202239 (13%)
  4. 202320 (5%)
  5. 202425 (6%)
  6. 202519 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2022 Hyundai Palisade have a Structure & Body recall?
Yes. Recall 22V633000 covers a tow hitch wiring harness on 2020-2022 Palisade vehicles; Hyundai advises owners to park outside until the repair is done.
How common are Structure & Body complaints on the 2022 Palisade?
NHTSA lists 39 complaints in this area for the 2022 model year, which is 13% of all 306 complaints filed for that year.
At what mileage do these problems typically show up?
The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 28,000 miles.
Are the Structure & Body issues linked to crashes or fires?
NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires tied to these complaints, though 1 injury was reported.
Is the 2022 Palisade's Structure & Body complaint rate higher than other years?
Yes, its 13% share is higher than 2020 (10%), 2021 (10%), 2023 (5%), 2024 (6%), and 2025 (8%).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.