Hyundai recalls some vehicles in Canada due to seatbelt problems
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Hyundai is issuing a warning related to the seatbelt system in some of its 2026 Palisade models.
In some cars, the seat belt wiring for the third row, left side seat may be damaged when pulled. a notice On Transport Canada’s motor vehicle safety recall database. A wiring problem may cause the seatbelt indicator to show that the seatbelt is fastened when it is not.
“A seatbelt position indicator that does not function correctly can cause confusion. The notice states that not wearing a seat belt increases the risk of injury in an accident.
The seatbelt issue may affect approximately 4,203 vehicles in Canada.
Hyundai says it will notify affected drivers in writing about the issue and advise them to visit a dealership to have the seatbelt wiring repaired.
Alternatively, drivers can enter their vehicle identification number Hyundai’s online recall lookup website to see if their car is affected, or call 1-888-216-2626.
earlier this year, Hyundai recalled thousands of vehicles Sales of some of its new Palisades were halted in the US and Canada due to a separate problem that caused some of the second and third row power seats to stop moving when they came in contact with a passenger or an object.
The recall was triggered after the murder of a two-year-old boy in Ohio.
