Trim Report

Hyundai Palisade SEL2021

Includes:HYUNDPALIS|SEL
$10,900
Starting From
7,821
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 7,821 active dealer listings as of

Min $10,900
Max $55,415
From $10,900
Fresh
Safety

6 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

2021 Hyundai Palisade SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Hyundai Palisade SEL

Location data for all 2021 Hyundai Palisade trims combined

38States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 37 other states nationwide.

Hyundai Palisade Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Hyundai Palisade trims

Elevated

The 2021 Hyundai Palisade has a elevated safety risk profile with 6 recall campaigns and 390 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

6
Recalls
390
Complaints
4
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
21V8400002021-27-10
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID

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.

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

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22V6270002022-15-08
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V6330002022-18-08
TRAILER HITCHES

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 2020-2022 Palisade vehicles potentially equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Hyundai dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

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23V1800002023-17-03
VISIBILITY/WIPER

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may operate intermittently or fail to operate due to snow or ice buildup on the windshield, causing the wipers to fail.

Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V6070002025-12-09
SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles. The seat belt buckles in the driver, passenger, and second-row window seats may fail to latch.

Seat belt buckles that fail to latch may not properly restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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26V0340002026-23-01
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles. The side curtain air bags for third-row occupants may deploy improperly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Improper side curtain air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 390 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Hyundai Palisade. SEAT BELTS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Seat Belts92
02Unknown Or Other45
03Visibility/wiper40
04Engine24
05Electrical System23
390 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Hyundai Palisade Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Hyundai Palisade trims

21–22mpg combined
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19city
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24-26hwy
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$2,000-$2,100/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2021 Hyundai Palisade returns 21–22 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Palisade FWD - Automatic (S8)
22mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average
Palisade AWD - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2021 Hyundai Palisade SEL

How does the SEL compare to other Hyundai Palisade trims?

Every Hyundai Palisade trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Hyundai Palisade SEL?

Maintenance costs for the SEL align with the broader Hyundai Palisade ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 2021 model year has 6 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is seat belts. Check the 2021 Hyundai Palisade page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Hyundai Palisade SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Hyundai Palisade SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Hyundai Palisade overview compares all years side by side.

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