1987 HYUNDAI EXCEL
4 recalls, 16 complaints - 11 TSBs
93V167000 Oct 4, 1993
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
THE MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS MAY LOCK UP FROM INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OF THE GEARS IN THE TRANSMISSION CASE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE DRIVE WHEELS TO SEIZE AND THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A SUDDEN STOP.
Consequence
SUDDEN STOPS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING CAN CAUSE VEHICLEOCCUPANTS TO BE THROWN AROUND IN THE CAR, AND CAUSE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROLWHICH COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
HYUNDAI WILL PERFORM A COST FREE TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE.
91V225000 Dec 31, 1991
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
DETERIORATION OF THE REED VALVE SUBASSEMBLY MAY LEAD TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY PORTION OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. THE SCREWS WHICH ATTACH THE REEDS TO THE REED VALVE SUBASSEMBLY MAY RUST, AND IF THE RUSTING BECOMES SEVERE, THE SCREW HEADS WILL ERODE AND ALLOW THE REEDS TO... Read more
Consequence
THE MELTING PLASTIC AIR FILTER CASE MAY LEAD TO A FIREIN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.
Remedy
REPLACE THE REED VALVE SUBASSEMBLY WITH ONE WHOSE METAL COMPONENTS ARE FABRICATED FROM CORROSION RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL.
89V100000 Jun 19, 1989
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
IF CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SWITCH IS IN THE ON POSITION WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED, SYSTEM CAN BE AFFECTED BY A SHORT DURATION VOLTAGE DROP CAUSED BY OPTIONAL HI-POWER (H340) RADIO.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE ERRATIC CRUISE CONTROL OPERATION, WHICHCOULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
REPLACE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE.
87V180000 Nov 25, 1987
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
Defect Description
VEHICLE MAY FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE BRAKE FADE AND RECOVERY PORTION OF FMVSS 105.
Consequence
THERE MAY BE A LOSS OF BRAKING EFFICIENCY DURINGREPEATED HARD APPLICATION OF BRAKES WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIORWARNING.
Remedy
REPLACE FRONT BRAKE PADS WITH NEWLY DESIGNED SEMI METALLIC BRAKE PADS.
Complaint Statistics
16 total complaints
2 crashes 2 fires 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 2 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 |
| STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR | 1 |
| SEATS | 1 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
STRUCTURE
Aug 10, 2005
Incident date: Aug 1, 2005
1987 HYUNDAI EXCEL HAS A BROKEN MOTOR MOUNT AND BOTH CROSSMEMBERS ARE BENT.*MR THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE VEHICLE WAS POORLY WELDED ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUBFRAME. THE COVER SUPPORT BENT. THE RACK AND PINION LEAKED. THE UPPER TIE BAR BENT. *NM
STEERING:RACK AND PINION
Aug 10, 2005
Incident date: Aug 1, 2005
1987 HYUNDAI EXCEL HAS A BROKEN MOTOR MOUNT AND BOTH CROSSMEMBERS ARE BENT.*MR THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE VEHICLE WAS POORLY WELDED ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SUBFRAME. THE COVER SUPPORT BENT. THE RACK AND PINION LEAKED. THE UPPER TIE BAR BENT. *NM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
May 21, 1999
Incident date: Jul 12, 1998
HYUNDAI PARTS DEPT WILL NOT REPAIR FIRE DAMAGE UNDER HOOD CAUSED BY THE DEFECTIVE RECALLED PART "REED VALVE." THEY WILL ONLY REPLACE THE PART THAT CAUSED THE DAMAGE. THIS IS A CAR THAT NEVER MADE SENSE. PLEASE HELP. REPAIR BILLS WILL BE VERY COSTLY AND HYUNDAI MOTOR CORP. DOESN'T WANT TO ADMIT T... Read more
Fire
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Jan 29, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1998
HEATER CORE RECALL REPAIRS REFUSED DUE TO MAKE AND MODEL OF VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, TRANSMISSION FAILED AFTER SERVICE RECALL REPAIRS. (94V-103.001). *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jan 29, 1998
Incident date: Jan 1, 1998
HEATER CORE RECALL REPAIRS REFUSED DUE TO MAKE AND MODEL OF VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, TRANSMISSION FAILED AFTER SERVICE RECALL REPAIRS. (94V-103.001). *AK
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Feb 18, 1997
Incident date: Feb 18, 1997
WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE MAKES NOISE, SOUNDS LIKE THE MOTOR'S KNOCKING AGAINST SOMETHING. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, WAS INFORMED THAT DRIVESHAFT PLATE FAILED, RESULTING IN SHIFTING FROM ONE GEAR TO ANOTHER TO BE VERY HARD. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 1997
UNSPECIFIED.
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
Sep 13, 1996
Incident date: Sep 11, 1996
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY CABLE FAILURE. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 13, 1995
Incident date: Dec 11, 1995
WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD CAR REAR END CATCHES ON FIRE. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. TT
Fire
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Nov 21, 1995
LEAKING OIL. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Jun 20, 1995
Incident date: Jun 14, 1995
WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WITH CHILD WEIGH (40) IN THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT WITH NO BOOSTER THE RESTRAINT DIDN'T RESTRAINT THE CHILD WENT THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD . TT
Crash
1 injured
SEATS
Jun 16, 1995
Incident date: May 22, 1995
LEFT FRONT BOLT OF DRIVER'S SEAT ANCHOR RIPPED OUT OF FLOOR; SEAT NOT STABLE; NO LONGER SECURE; HELD BY THREE BOLTS INSTEAD OF FOUR. TT
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Jun 8, 1995
Incident date: Jun 6, 1995
CAR WAS IN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. PLEASE DESCRIBE. TT
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Mar 1, 1995
Incident date: Mar 1, 1995
WHILE DRIVING UPHILL, ENGINE DECREASES IN SPEED; ENGINE WILL CUT OFF WHEN AIR-CONDITIONING IS RUNNING. TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Mar 1, 1995
Incident date: Mar 1, 1995
EMISSION CONTROL FAILURE. *AK
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:HEATER CORE
Jan 31, 1995
Incident date: Dec 15, 1994
COOLANT ON PASSENGER SIDE LEAKED FROM UNDERHOOD INTO INSIDE OF VEHICLE; COULD HAVE CAUSED INJURY TO PASSENGER; FOGGED UP WINDOWS TO POINT COULD NOT BE DEFOGGED.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1987 HYUNDAI EXCEL
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 3-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 26.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 28.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 25.0 | 31.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1987 HYUNDAI EXCEL
11 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT | 1 |
| 270000 LANE DEPARTURE | 1 |
| 280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| 190000 TIRES | 1 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 1 |
23-BD-002H
Jan 30, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside th
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
21-EM-003H
Mar 10, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
20-BR-002H
Nov 30, 2020
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-SS-004H
Nov 19, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the a??Tire Balance Data Sheeta?? must be fully completed including imbalance and Road For
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
20-EE-003H
Apr 23, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: a?? A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. a?? A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
19-BE-011H-1
Nov 4, 2019
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects v
9740002
Jan 1, 1997
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
SHIFT CONDITION CAUSED BY SHORT CIRCUIT IN INHIBITOR SWITCH. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, HYUNDAI EXCEL
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE94043
Opened: May 27, 1994 , Closed: Oct 31, 1994
CHARGING SYSTEM FAILURES
There is no summary currently available
PE94003
Opened: Jan 14, 1994 , Closed: Jun 10, 1994
HEATER CORE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA92032
Opened: Oct 13, 1992 , Closed: Oct 29, 1993
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
C92001
Opened: Sep 28, 1992 , Closed: Oct 29, 1993
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
EA91048
Opened: Nov 19, 1991 , Closed: Oct 26, 1992
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA91039
Opened: Sep 24, 1991 , Closed: Oct 13, 1992
TRANSMISSION LOCK-UP
There is no summary currently available
PE91097
Opened: Jul 10, 1991 , Closed: Nov 19, 1991
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE91083
Opened: Jun 10, 1991 , Closed: Sep 24, 1991
TRANSMISSION LOCKUP
There is no summary currently available
EA91024
Opened: May 3, 1991 , Closed: Jan 7, 1992
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE91053
Opened: Feb 26, 1991 , Closed: Jun 5, 1991
PASSENGER BRAKE
There is no summary currently available
PE91027
Opened: Jan 4, 1991 , Closed: May 3, 1991
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE90011
Opened: Oct 25, 1989 , Closed: Apr 2, 1990
FRONT SUSPENSION VIBRATION
There is no summary currently available
PE89138
Opened: Jul 6, 1989 , Closed: Nov 1, 1989
PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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PE89099
Opened: Mar 14, 1989 , Closed: Jul 5, 1989
HEATER CORE FAILURE
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PE88089
Opened: Aug 8, 1988 , Closed: Nov 21, 1988
RUPTURED FUEL HOSE
There is no summary currently available
PE88088
Opened: Aug 8, 1988 , Closed: Nov 17, 1988
STEERING SHAFT SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
PE87027
Opened: Apr 28, 1987 , Closed: Dec 9, 1987
BRAKE LOSS
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION FROM MANUFACTURER: HYUNDAI HAS AGREED TO RECALL1986 AND 1987 EXCELS FOR NONCOMPLIANCE.ANALYSIS: ODI'S INQUIRY TO OVSC ABOUT THE 1986 MODEL'S PERFORMANCEIN THE FMVSS-105 COMPLIANCE TEST, PROMPTED OVSC TO TEST THE 1987 MODEL,AND FOUND IT TO BE OUT OF COMPLIANCE. BASED ON OUR INV... Read more
HYUNDAI EXCEL - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI EXCEL across all model years (1986, 1994).
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Total Recalls
429
Total Complaints
17
Investigations
29
Reported Crashes
47
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths
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