NHTSA Campaign 22V633000

TRAILER HITCHES

Issued by Hyundai Motor America · Reported Aug 18, 2022 · 244,980 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
HYUNDAI PALISADE 2020 244,980
HYUNDAI PALISADE 2021 244,980
HYUNDAI PALISADE 2022 244,980

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V633000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.