Hyundai Palisade Recall: Faulty Valve Springs

Overview

Hyundai has issued a recall for over 4,000 2024 model year Palisades due to faulty valve springs that could potentially break. This issue affects only one percent of the recall population, but the concern is that if the valve springs break, they could create a hole in the engine block. The Palisade in the U.S. comes with a 3.8-liter V6 engine producing 291 hp.

Identification and Resolution

Hyundai has identified 4,235 models that may have this issue, and each vehicle needs to be individually inspected by a technician to determine if it is affected. The company will replace the engine sub-assembly free of charge wherever necessary.

Root Cause and Impact

The issue seems to stem from damaged springs during the production process. If a valve spring breaks inside the V6 engine, it can cause stalling and potentially lead to the spring punching through the engine block, posing safety risks.

Recall Process

Hyundai first learned of the issue in October 2023 and initiated a recall on April 13th, 2024. Owners can check NHTSA.gov with their VIN number to confirm if their vehicle is part of the recall. Notably, the 2024 Kia Telluride, sharing the same drivetrain as the Palisade, is not included in this recall.

Conclusion

Despite the severity of the issue, no crashes, injuries, or fatalities have been reported by the NHTSA in the U.S. related to this condition. Hyundai is taking proactive measures to address and resolve the faulty valve spring issue in the recalled Palisades.