Seat belt status indicator malfunction
Defect Summary
Hyundai motor america (hyundai) is recalling certain 2026 hyundai palisade and 2026 hyundai palisade hybrid vehicles equipped with "limited" and "calligraphy" trim packages. The internal wiring within the third-row driver-side seat belt buckle may become damaged and result in a permanent display of a belted third-row driver-side seat on the instrument panel.
Safety Consequence
A faulty seat belt status indicator may fail to alert occupants to an unfastened seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a wiring harness extension and replace the seat belt assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 18, 2026. Owners may contact hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 297. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov march 21, 2026.
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Other recalls from Hyundai Motor America or involving Seat Belts.
FAQ: Recall 26V169000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V169000?
NHTSA recall 26V169000 was issued by Hyundai Motor America on March 20, 2026. It addresses: Seat belt status indicator malfunction. The recall affects approximately 46,787 vehicles, with the defect involving the Seat Belts component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Hyundai Motor America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V169000 or the manufacturer campaign number 297. 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.