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Hyundai Palisade 2025 Seat Belt Buckle Recall Affects 2020-2025 Models

Hyundai Motor America recalls 2020-2025 Palisade SUVs sold through Hyundai dealers. The rear and other seat belt buckles may fail to latch. Owner notification letters are scheduled for November 10, 2025, and dealers will inspect and replace buckle assemblies at no cost.

Quick Facts at a Glance

Recall Date
December 9, 2025
Hazard Level
HIGH
Brand
Hyundai
Category
Vehicles & Parts
Sold At
Unknown
At-Risk Groups
GENERAL

Hazard Information

Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

What You Should Do

Passengers are advised to insert the belt firmly into the buckle with a quick and direct motion, pulling on the belt to confirm the seat belt is fully secured, until the recall remedy is performed. Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 283. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on September 13, 2025.

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About This Product

The Hyundai Palisade is a mid-size SUV designed for family transportation and cargo. It features multiple seating rows with seat belt systems for front and rear passengers.

Why This Is Dangerous

A buckle that won't latch can fail to restrain occupants, increasing injury risk in a crash. The remedy requires inspection and possible replacement of buckle assemblies at no cost.

Industry Context

This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern.

Real-World Impact

Owners will need to have buckle assemblies inspected and replaced if needed. This could require a dealer visit and temporary inconvenience, but the remedy is free of charge.

Practical Guidance

How to identify if yours is affected

  1. Locate your Palisade VIN and verify eligibility on the NHTSA recall page for 25V607000.
  2. Inspect the seat belt buckles on the driver, front passenger, and second-row seating for latch performance.
  3. Test by buckling and pulling the belt to ensure a secure latch.

Where to find product info

VIN location on the driver-side dash or door jamb sticker. Use NHTSA VIN search or the recall page for 25V607000.

What timeline to expect

Recall letters mailed starting November 10, 2025. Dealers will perform inspections and buckle replacements at no charge. Typical turnaround varies by店

If the manufacturer is unresponsive

  • Document all communications with the dealer
  • File a complaint with NHTSA if the dealer is unresponsive
  • Consider escalation to Hyundai customer service for faster handling
  • Keep copies of all correspondence and service orders

How to prevent similar issues

  • Regularly test seat belt buckles when parked in safe conditions
  • Always wear seat belts as a precaution until recall remedy is completed
  • Use authorized Hyundai service centers for recalls
  • Check VIN status periodically on NHTSA.gov to confirm eligibility

Documentation advice

Keep the recall notice, take photos of buckle areas, save service orders, and maintain records of all communications with Hyundai or a dealer.

Product Details

Model: Palisade Years: 2020-2025 Sold at: Hyundai dealers Recall date: December 9, 2025 Component: SEAT BELTS REAR/OTHER BUCKLE ASSEMBLY Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America Recall number: 25V607 VIN lookup: VINs involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on 2025-09-13 Price: N/A

Reported Incidents

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Key Facts

  • Recall covers 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles
  • Dealer inspection and buckle assembly replacement performed free of charge
  • Owner letters mailed starting November 10, 2025
  • VINs searchable on NHTSA.gov as of 2025-09-13

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Safety Assessment

Risk LevelHIGH
Severity Score
8/ 10
Affected Groups
GENERAL
Injury Types
OTHER

Product Details

Brand
Model Numbers
Palisade
Report Date
December 9, 2025
Recall Status
ACTIVE

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