Recall 22V633 affects 244,980 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade SUVs for a tow-hitch-harness short. Park outside until repaired. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. There is no warning sign before failure, so take the parking guidance seriously while you arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
Hyundai is recalling 244,980 2020-2022 Palisade SUVs under recall 22V633 because debris and moisture can collect on the tow hitch harness module circuit board and cause an electrical short. A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury, so owners should park outside and away from structures until a Hyundai dealer completes the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The tow hitch harness on 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade SUVs is the wiring and control module that lets the vehicle power trailer lights when a hitch is installed. Its small module contains a printed circuit board, which routes electrical signals through the harness connector to the trailer lighting circuit. The connector has to keep water and debris away from that board.
On affected Palisades, water enters the tow hitch harness module through the 4-pin connector. Moisture and road debris can collect on the printed circuit board and create an electrical short. That short can overheat the module and result in a fire. Hyundai says the improved connector uses waterproof material to block water from entering the module.
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing does not list a smell, warning light, or change in trailer-light operation that owners should expect before the harness shorts.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2020, 2021, and 2022 Palisade model years with the same tow hitch module and wiring harness.
| 2022 Hyundai Palisade | Trailer hitches |
|---|---|
| 2021 Hyundai Palisade | Trailer hitches |
| 2020 Hyundai Palisade | Trailer hitches |
| Units affected | 244,980 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. There is no warning sign before failure, so take the parking guidance seriously while you arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai dealer to schedule the free tow hitch harness fuse and wire extension kit repair for the electrical short risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V633 when you call.
- Park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Until the recall repair is complete, keep the Palisade parked outside and away from structures. At the dealer, a Hyundai technician installs a new fuse and wire extension kit when the repair procedure calls for it. Parts and labor are free under the recall. Hyundai's reimbursement plan covers documented out-of-pocket expenses for repairs tied to this recall condition. Bring receipts or repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact Hyundai customer service if the dealer asks you to file the claim directly.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 18, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 13, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 17, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| October 17, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 17, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V633?
Recall 22V633 covers 244,980 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade SUVs with a tow hitch harness module that can short when debris and moisture collect on the printed circuit board. Hyundai dealers will install a new fuse and wire extension kit for free.
What should I do if my 2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Palisade is included in recall 22V633. If it is, park outside and away from structures until the repair is complete, then schedule the free fuse and wire extension kit repair with a franchised Hyundai dealer.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai dealers will install the new fuse and wire extension kit free of charge for affected 2020-2022 Palisade owners.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V633?
The safety risk is a fire while parked or driving, which increases injury risk. Until the repair is complete, Hyundai tells owners to park outside and away from structures because the tow hitch harness module can short.
When were owner letters mailed for this Hyundai Palisade recall?
Hyundai mailed owner notification letters on May 18, 2023. If you bought the Palisade used or never received a letter, check your VIN and reference recall 22V633 when you contact a franchised Hyundai dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V633000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai customer service | 1-855-371-9460 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V633 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V633000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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