Side curtain air bag may deploy improperly/fmvss 226
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 palisade vehicles. The side curtain air bags for third-row occupants may deploy improperly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 226, "ejection mitigation."
Safety Consequence
Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a protective film over the rear window and remove padding, as necessary free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed beginning march 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated may 2026. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 292. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on january 24, 2026.
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FAQ: Recall 26V034000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V034000?
NHTSA recall 26V034000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on January 23, 2026. It addresses: Side curtain air bag may deploy improperly/fmvss 226. The recall affects approximately 568,576 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V034000 or the manufacturer campaign number 292. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.