What weaknesses does the Hyundai Palisade LX2 have?

	Weakness	Cost
✖	Excessive Oil Consumption 3.8L V6 Excessive Oil Consumption 3.8L V6 from 15,000 km	High
✖	HTRAC AWD Coupling Failure HTRAC AWD Coupling Failure from 60,000 km	High

NHTSA Owner Complaints

Below average

1,706 complaints · 2020–2025

Brakes

403 ⚠ 17

Other

264 ⚠ 8

Seat Belts

243 ⚠ 1

Wipers & Visibility

225

Engine

192 ⚠ 3

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Brakes (403 complaints)

⚠ Other (264 complaints)

⚠ Seat Belts (243 complaints)

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-04

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 12 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Palisade LX2 (2020–2025) — 6 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Body, Gearbox.

Palisade (G6DT, 2020–2025) — Be Careful: Oil Consumption from Stuck Piston Rings, Rod Bearing Wear from Oil Starvation, Recall: Valve Spring Fracture — Fire Risk. Power: 291 PS.

What to watch out for with the Hyundai Palisade? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Hyundai Palisade LX2 have? +

The Hyundai Palisade LX2 has 6 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.

What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai Palisade LX2? +

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Which engine is recommended? +

Be careful: G6DT (3.8L V6). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the G6DT (3.8L V6).

Which Hyundai Palisade LX2 engine is the most fun? +

The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Hyundai Palisade LX2 — rated: "Decent". {description} Spacious, well-equipped, 291 hp V6. But: oil consumption well documented, windshield cracks spontaneously, HTRAC coupling doesn't like sustained loads.

Is the Hyundai Palisade LX2 worth buying used? +

The Hyundai Palisade LX2 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.

What horsepower variants are available for the Hyundai Palisade LX2? +

The Hyundai Palisade LX2 is available with engine variants from 295 to 295 hp. Petrol: G6DT (3.8L V6).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee