Service brakes, hydraulic: fluidRecall 21V-840 · 2021 Hyundai Palisade
Hyundai Motor America recall 21V-840 covers 995 2021 Hyundai Palisade for a service brakes, hydraulic: fluid problem, reported to NHTSA on October 27, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q3) shows 82% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V840000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Palisade vehicles. The brake fluid may be contaminated, which can cause the brake master cylinder inner-cup seals to swell, and reduce braking performance.
The risk
Reduced braking performance can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, and flush the brake fluid, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 24, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 212.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
82%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 21 vehicles were listed as unreachable.