2021-2023 Hyundai Paint Peeling Extended Warranty

Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for certain 2021-2023 Hyundai Tucson and Palisade vehicles that may experience Hyundai paint peeling or bubbling. This extended coverage, identified as Hyundai Extended Warranty Reference Z05, addresses issues with the primer/paint film on exterior metal body panels.

This warranty extension applies specifically to factory-applied white paint colors and does not cover damage from collisions or vehicles with salvaged titles. The original warranty of 3 years/36,000 miles for paint has been significantly extended to 10 years with unlimited miles from the vehicle's original retail delivery or first use date. This benefit applies to both original and subsequent owners.

Symptoms of Hyundai Paint Peeling

Owners of affected Hyundai vehicles may observe excessive paint peeling or bubbling of the primer/paint film on various exterior metal body panels. These panels include the hood, fender(s), roof, door(s), quarter panel(s), and tailgate/trunk. This cosmetic issue can detract from the vehicle's appearance and may indicate a manufacturing defect in the paint application process.

Warranty Extension Details

The Hyundai Extended Warranty Reference Z05 specifically extends the warranty coverage for certain white paint colors. This extension is from the original 3 years or 36,000 miles to a more comprehensive 10 years with unlimited miles, calculated from the date of original retail delivery or first use. This extended coverage is a testament to Hyundai's commitment to vehicle quality and value, and it is valid for both the original owner and any subsequent owners of the vehicle.

Important Warnings and Owner Actions

Owners should be aware of specific instructions regarding this warranty extension. If your vehicle is older than 10 years at the time of this announcement, meaning your warranty extension period has expired by default, you must visit your Hyundai dealer no later than December 31, 2025, and present your notification letter. For these cases, the dealer is instructed to submit a Prior-Approval request for HMA to consider goodwill assistance, regardless of how long the vehicle has been in service.

If your vehicle exhibits Hyundai paint peeling or bubbling within the extended warranty period, you should contact your Hyundai dealer to schedule an inspection. If your vehicle does not show any signs of this condition, no further action is required at this time. It is strongly recommended to tear off the bottom portion of this letter and place it in your Owner's Warranty and Maintenance Guide booklet or glove compartment for future reference.

Source: NHTSA ID: 11019525