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1996 HYUNDAI EXCEL

0 recalls, 3 complaints - 24 TSBs

No recalls found for this vehicle.

Complaint Statistics

3 total complaints 1 crashes 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK1
SUSPENSION:FRONT1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC1
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC Dec 5, 1997
WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE FRONT BRAKES LOCKED UP, CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
Crash
SUSPENSION:FRONT Jun 20, 1997
Incident date: Jan 1, 1997
UPON MAKING A STOP NOTICED VIBRATION IN THE FRONT END, VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING, DEALERSHIP HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK Mar 25, 1997
Incident date: Aug 17, 1994
TRUNK ENTRAPPED 2 CHILDREN DUE TRUNK RELEASE LEVER, CAUSING FATALITIES.
2 deaths

Technical Service Bulletins, 1996 HYUNDAI EXCEL

24 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY4
350000 EQUIPMENT4
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2
200000 WHEELS2
190000 TIRES2
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT1
130000 VISIBILITY1
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION1
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
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
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.
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
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-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-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-BD-014H Jul 14, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the la
20-SS-002H(1) May 6, 2020
200000 WHEELS
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-SS-002H(1) May 6, 2020
190000 TIRES
This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
20-BD-007H-1 May 1, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
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.
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-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-AT-016H Apr 17, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
20-BD-007H Mar 23, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
20-SS-001H Feb 5, 2020
020000 SUSPENSION
This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
20-BE-001H Jan 16, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bullet
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
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-GI-006H Oct 14, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and m
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
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
CHARGING SYSTEM FAILURES
There is no summary currently available
PE94003 Opened: Jan 14, 1994 , Closed: Jun 10, 1994
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
HEATER CORE FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA92032 Opened: Oct 13, 1992 , Closed: Oct 29, 1993
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1990
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
C92001 Opened: Sep 28, 1992 , Closed: Oct 29, 1993
C, Closed , Model Year: 1986
TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
EA91048 Opened: Nov 19, 1991 , Closed: Oct 26, 1992
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1987
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA91039 Opened: Sep 24, 1991 , Closed: Oct 13, 1992
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1986
TRANSMISSION LOCK-UP
There is no summary currently available
PE91097 Opened: Jul 10, 1991 , Closed: Nov 19, 1991
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
AUTO SHOULDER BELT FAILS
There is no summary currently available
PE91083 Opened: Jun 10, 1991 , Closed: Sep 24, 1991
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1988
TRANSMISSION LOCKUP
There is no summary currently available
EA91024 Opened: May 3, 1991 , Closed: Jan 7, 1992
EA, Closed , Model Year: 1986
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE91053 Opened: Feb 26, 1991 , Closed: Jun 5, 1991
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
PASSENGER BRAKE
There is no summary currently available
PE91027 Opened: Jan 4, 1991 , Closed: May 3, 1991
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
There is no summary currently available
PE90011 Opened: Oct 25, 1989 , Closed: Apr 2, 1990
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
FRONT SUSPENSION VIBRATION
There is no summary currently available
PE89138 Opened: Jul 6, 1989 , Closed: Nov 1, 1989
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1987
PASSIVE RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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PE89099 Opened: Mar 14, 1989 , Closed: Jul 5, 1989
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
HEATER CORE FAILURE
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PE88089 Opened: Aug 8, 1988 , Closed: Nov 21, 1988
PE, Closed
RUPTURED FUEL HOSE
There is no summary currently available
PE88088 Opened: Aug 8, 1988 , Closed: Nov 17, 1988
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
STEERING SHAFT SEPARATION
There is no summary currently available
PE87027 Opened: Apr 28, 1987 , Closed: Dec 9, 1987
PE, Closed , Model Year: 1986
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).

24 Total Recalls
429 Total Complaints
17 Investigations
29 Reported Crashes
47 Reported Fires
2 Reported Deaths

HYUNDAI EXCEL - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2001 0 7 View
1998 0 2 View
1997 0 2 View
1996 (current) 0 3
1995 0 5 View
1994 2 53 View
1993 1 26 View
1992 1 39 View
1991 1 44 View
1990 2 54 View
1989 4 92 View
1988 4 64 View
1987 4 16 View
1986 5 17 View

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