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2020-2024 · 3-Row SUV

Hyundai Palisade Lemon Law Attorney

Repeated problems with your Hyundai Palisade? See whether California lemon law may provide a buyback or refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.

Tell us about your Palisade's repair history. We'll review whether a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement may be available.

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Your Palisade may qualify if…

These are common indicators under California's Song-Beverly Act. An attorney reviews the full repair and warranty history before determining whether the firm can take a case.

You bought or leased the vehicle in California.

The problem arose while a manufacturer warranty covered the vehicle.

The dealer has had repeated repair opportunities, or the vehicle has spent significant time in the shop.

The defect continues and substantially affects the vehicle's use, value, or safety.

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Individual results vary and depend on the facts of each case. Past results do not guarantee a future outcome.

What happens next

Three straightforward steps

  1. 1

    Share your repair history

    Tell us about the defect, dealer visits, warranty, and time your Palisade spent in the shop.

  2. 2

    An attorney reviews it

    A licensed California attorney reviews the submitted information within 24 hours. The review is free and carries no obligation.

  3. 3

    We explain your options

    If the firm accepts the case, our attorneys handle manufacturer communications and pursue the remedy supported by the facts.

Why Hyundai Palisade Owners Choose Lion Lemon

Attorney-Led Review

Every case is reviewed by a licensed California attorney within 24 hours — not a call center.

$0 Cost to You

Under California Civil Code §1794(d), the manufacturer pays our attorney fees when we win — not you.

California Focus

We only practice California lemon law. Every attorney on our team works on Song-Beverly Act cases daily.

We Handle the Paperwork

We draft your demand letter, negotiate with Hyundai, and handle the filing — you focus on driving.

Why a warranty isn't enough

Your warranty vs. the lemon law

A warranty is a promise to attempt repairs. The lemon law is what protects you when those repairs never stick.

The manufacturer's warranty

  • The manufacturer decides which repairs to attempt.
  • It only obligates them to keep trying — not to actually fix the problem.
  • When the warranty ends, the manufacturer's repair obligation ends.

California's lemon law

  • Kicks in when repeated repairs don't fix a substantial defect.
  • Can require a refund, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement.
  • Your legal claim can survive after the warranty ends — if the defect was reported while it was in force.
  • When you win, the manufacturer pays your attorney fees — not you.
Explore Palisade defects, rights & FAQs

Common Hyundai Palisade Problems

The 3.8L Lambda II V6 engine in 2020-2024 Palisade models has reported oil leak issues from the oil filter housing gasket, which can allow oil to drip onto hot exhaust components and create a fire hazard.
The 8-speed automatic transmission in 2020-2024 Palisade models exhibits a characteristic harsh shift or jerk during the 1-2 and 2-3 upshifts at low speeds, which Hyundai has attempted to address through multiple TCU software updates without fully resolving the issue.
2020-2022 Palisade models suffer from a persistent foul odor emanating from the headrest material, described as a chemical or garlic-like smell, which Hyundai has acknowledged but has not consistently remedied.
The Palisade's 2020-2024 integrated memory seat module is prone to electrical failure, causing the driver's seat to lose its saved positions and sometimes become stuck in a reclined or forward position.
The short block assembly in 2020-2022 Palisade models can develop a ticking or knocking noise from the upper engine area due to excessive hydraulic valve lash adjuster (HLA) wear, often requiring cylinder head work to correct.

Your California Lemon Law Rights

Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, if your Hyundai Palisade has a substantial defect that cannot be repaired after a reasonable number of attempts, you may be entitled to:

  • Full refund of the purchase price
  • Replacement vehicle of comparable value
  • Cash compensation (cash-and-keep settlement)
  • Attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer

Hyundai Palisade Lemon Law FAQ

The headrest odor in my Palisade is unbearable and the dealer has replaced them twice without fixing the problem. Is this a lemon law issue?

A persistent and strong chemical odor can constitute a substantial impairment to the use and value of your Palisade under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. If Hyundai has been unable to eliminate the odor after multiple repair attempts including headrest replacement, you may be entitled to a repurchase or replacement. Some consumers have successfully pursued lemon law claims based on this specific Palisade defect.

My Palisade has an oil leak near the engine that the dealer says is minor. Should I still pursue a lemon law claim?

An oil leak from the oil filter housing onto exhaust components is a potential fire hazard and should not be dismissed as minor. Under the Song-Beverly Act, any defect that could lead to a safety risk is treated with a lower repair-attempt threshold, potentially qualifying after just two unsuccessful repairs. Make sure the dealer documents the leak location on each repair order and take photographs of the oil accumulation for your records.

Can Hyundai force me to accept ongoing transmission software updates instead of buying back my Palisade?

No, Hyundai cannot force you to indefinitely accept software reflashes as a substitute for a proper repair. If the harsh shifting persists after a reasonable number of repair attempts, including TCU updates, the vehicle may qualify as a lemon under the Song-Beverly Act. California courts have found that repeated unsuccessful software updates count as repair attempts and can support a buyback claim.

I bought my Palisade from an out-of-state dealer but I live in California. Can I still file under California lemon law?

Yes, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act generally applies to vehicles that are primarily used in California, regardless of where they were purchased. As long as you are a California resident and the vehicle is registered and primarily driven in California, you can file a lemon law claim here. The manufacturer's warranty obligation follows the vehicle and is enforceable through any authorized Hyundai dealer in California.

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