(WHTM) -- Hyundai recently initiated a recall of more than 500,000 vehicles because the seat belt buckles may fail.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling 568,580 2020-2025 Palisade vehicles.

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The recall was initiated because the seat belt buckles in the driver, passenger, and second-row window seats may fail to latch. This would in turn not property restrain occupants in a crash, which increases the risk of injury.

Of the 568,580 vehicles included in this recall, and estimated 1% of which have the above defect.

The NHTSA says passengers are advised to insert the belt firmly into the buckle with a quick and direct motion, pulling on the belt

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