Hyundai owners in New York and Ohio might have noticed their rides feeling a bit bumpier these past couple of years—and not because the roads suddenly got worse. It turns out it wasn’t your imagination or rougher asphalt; it was your car all along that was acting up.
A new class action lawsuit is accusing Hyundai of selling 2023–2025 Palisade SUVs with serious brake defects. The case, filed in May 2025 in a California federal courtclaims these braking problems pose a real safety risk for all circulating vehicles.
The lawsuit’s core
At the heart of the case are three Hyundai owners who say they’ve been forced to drive around in vehicles that can’t brake properly. They allege that the Palisade’s anti-lock braking and traction control systems miscalculate wheel speed when driving over uneven or rough surfaces. Instead of stopping smoothly, the systems rapidly release and reapply the brakes, making it harder to come to a safe stop. This is a recipe for accidents on any road that is not in top-notch conditions.
Plaintiffs have good reason to believe Hyundai knew about this defect long before they took their complaints to court. According to the lawsuit, Hyundai saw it in pre-production testsheard about it from early consumer complaints, and had the evidence in warranty data. But instead of owning up and fixing it, the automaker allegedly looked the other way.
Hyundai’s deliberate negligence
Despite marketing the Palisade as a top-tier SUV with state-of-the-art safety features, Hyundai hasn’t issued a recall for the brake issue. They also haven’t publicly responded to the lawsuit or outlined a plan to address the alleged defect. In the meantime, many owners have no choice but to keep driving, stuck with a braking system they don’t trust.
The legal claims in the lawsuit paint a picture of broken promises. The plaintiffs say Hyundai breached its warranty by failing to deliver a vehicle that lived up to its safety claims. They also say the company violated consumer protection laws in New York and Ohio by hiding the defect. The lawsuit adds fraudulent concealment and unjust enrichment to the list, accusing Hyundai of profiting from the sale of defective cars.
Who’s covered?
Right now, the lawsuit is focused on New York and Ohio residents who bought or leased a 2023–2025 Palisade. But drivers in other states should pay attention too —class action cases like this can expand, and there’s always the chance of a national recall if regulators get involved.
Separate lawsuits have been filed over seat belts that can unlatch unexpectedly in some 2020–2023 Palisade models. It’s a troubling pattern that’s making some owners wonder if Hyundai has put reliability on the back burner.
What you should do if you own one of these SUVs
If you’re driving a 2023–2025 Palisade and you’ve noticed strange braking behavior, you’re not alone.
First, take note of any braking issuesespecially if your vehicle seems to hesitate or takes longer to stop on rough roads. Keep proof of dates, details, photos and even videos –anything to prove the malfunction of your Hyundai Passed.
Second, create a folder (digital, physical, or both) with all documents you have related to the car:
- Purchase or lease contract,
- repair records (mechanic’s bills), and
- emails/other types of communications with Hyundai and your local dealership.
If the lawsuit moves forward or if Hyundai eventually announces a fix or recall, having all your hens in order will mean you get your compensation soon.
How to join the class action lawsuit
The lawsuit is being led by Trinette G. Kent of Lemberg Law LLC. If you think you’re affected, you can reach out to them directly to see if you’re eligible to join. Their website has a simple contact form, or you can call them at 855-301-2100.
You can also check out Top Class Actions’ investigation page, which has more details and updates on the case as it moves through the courts. Acting sooner rather than later could make it easier to preserve your rights as the case progresses.
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