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2020 Hyundai Palisade

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Palisade.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2020 Hyundai Palisade is configured with an automatic (S8) transmission and EPA fuel-economy ratings of 19/24/21 mpg, giving researchers the foundational mechanical and efficiency data for the earliest year in the model’s 2020–2026 complaint history. With 517 owner complaints—the highest total in that seven-year span—alongside 5 recalls and Visibility/Wiper as the leading complaint area, this model year marks the upper bound of reported issues for the nameplate. Consequently, the 2020 Palisade stands as the critical reference point for assessing the model’s initial reliability trajectory.

Model year202520242023202220212020

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque79-94 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/24/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter 263203CKB0. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tail / brake / turnONOEM · verified
Tire size245/50R20 102VOEM · verified
Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter263203CKB0
Fuel filter31112B1000
Spark plug1884911070
Battery371102W810

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length196.1 in
Overall width78 in
Overall height68.9 in
Wheelbase114.2 in
Curb weight4314 lb
Track (front / rear)66.9 / 66.9 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)56/44

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 24 / 21 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Palisade of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.8–7.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.80 sec — 2020 Limited HTRAC
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2020Limited HTRAC 3.8L V66.80 sec15.10 sec291 hpAWD
2020Limited HTRAC 3.8L V66.90 sec15.20 sec291 hpAWD
2020Limited HTRAC 3.8L V67.10 sec15.30 sec291 hpAWD
2023XRT HTRAC 3.8L V66.40 sec14.80 sec291 hpAWD
2023Calligraphy HTRAC 3.8L V66.90 sec15.10 sec291 hpAWD
2023Calligraphy HTRAC 3.8L V67.00 sec15.30 sec291 hpAWD
2024Calligraphy Night Edition HTRAC 3.8L V67.60 sec15.80 sec291 hpAWD
2026Hybrid Calligraphy HTRAC 2.5L Turbo I-4 + Elec 1.7-kWh6.60 sec15.00 sec329 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 79-94 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts79-94 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.89-2.00 lbs
Oil TypePSG 180
Oil Capacity6.00-6.60 oz

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque28.0 - 30.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque72.0-87.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.102; Rear: .630
Variation from Parallelism Thickness VariationFront: .0002; Rear: .0004
Maximum Rotor RunoutFront: .0016; Rear: .002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages
128.0-30.0
2118-122°
388-92°
413.7-17.5

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAir Conditioning System (inspect) · Battery (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Canister Filter (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect)
Every 22,500 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Line (inspect)
Every 37,500 miDifferential (inspect fluid level) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level)
At 60,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
Every 97,500 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 120,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 model year represents the peak for consumer complaints and Technical Service Bulletins within the provided data range, recording 517 complaints and 174 TSBs, both figures exceeding every subsequent model year through 2026. Although recall activity remains consistent at 5 events for 2020, matching most years through 2024, the complaint volume shows a clear downward trajectory from the 2020 high of 517 to just 98 by 2026. Specific federal records for 2020 highlight Visibility/Wiper systems as the leading complaint category with 98 reports, followed by Engine issues at 63 and Suspension at 49. Safety-related feedback includes 13 crash complaints and 6 fire complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes for these incidents. The significant reduction in TSBs from 174 in 2020 to 85 in 2022 suggests that many initial technical issues were addressed in later production cycles. Consequently, this year carries a higher risk profile than subsequent models, making it a less optimal purchase unless heavily discounted to offset the elevated complaint and service bulletin history.

5
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
173
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
517
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 6 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 517 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Visibility/Wiper98
Engine63
Suspension49
Unknown Or Other45
Seat Belts36
Structure17
Power Train,Engine15
Electrical System13

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 5 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V802000Air Bags:Side/WindowReported 07/11/2019

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020 Palisade vehicles. The mounting bolts used to secure the side curtain air bags may damage the side curtain air bags during deployment. Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cover on the mounting bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2019. Owners may contact Hyundai…

22V627000Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:MotorReported 15/08/2022

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Palisade vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail. Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver-side windshield wiper arm, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 13, 2022. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 173 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
26-EE-007H TSB2026-06-16Electrical SystemSome Palisade (LX2), Tucson (NX4), and Tucson Hybrid (NX4 HEV) vehicles may experience…
26-SS-001H TSB2026-06-10SuspensionCertain Palisade (LX2) vehicles may exhibit a clunking or thumping noise from the rear of…
26-TC-001H2026-05-31SuspensionSome Palisade (LX2) vehicles may produce noise from AWD coupling vibrations when making…
26-EM-012H DCS2026-05-29EngineSome Palisade (LX2) vehicles may exhibit engine oil leakage at the engine oil filter…
26-EM-012H DN2026-05-29EngineSome Palisade (LX2) vehicles may exhibit engine oil leakage at the engine oil filter…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2020 Palisade have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Palisade get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 24 highway / 21 combined mpg.