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NHTSA Recall 21V840000: Fluid (service brakes) and master cylinder (service brakes)

Hyundai Motor America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 995 vehicles. It affects 2021 Hyundai Palisade.

995
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2021
owners notified (December 24)
NHTSA campaign21V840000
Manufacturer campaign212
ComponentsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FLUID; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER
Report receivedOctober 27, 2021
Owner notificationDecember 24, 2021
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

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.

Safety risk

Reduced braking performance can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V840000

Make and modelModel years
Hyundai Palisade2021

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.