2001 HYUNDAI EXCEL
0 recalls, 7 complaints - 36 TSBs
No recalls found for this vehicle.
Complaint Statistics
7 total complaints
4 crashes 5 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 1 |
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 12, 2002
Incident date: Sep 9, 2002
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH NEITHER DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE ADD ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK
Crash
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Sep 12, 2002
Incident date: Sep 9, 2002
PASSENGER SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK PROPERLY WHILE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH. PASSENGER RECEIVED INJURIES TO ARM AND FACE. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Sep 10, 2002
Incident date: Sep 9, 2002
WHILE DRIVING AT 35MPH VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON IMPACT.ALL OCCUPANTS IN VEHICLE WERE INJURED.*AK
Crash
2 injured
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Sep 10, 2002
Incident date: Sep 9, 2002
WHILE DRIVING AT 35MPH WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION AND NONE OF THE SEAT BELTS RETRACTED ON IMPACT, CAUSING ALL OCCUPANTS IN VEHICLE TO BE THROWN FORWARD, CAUSING INJURIES.*AK
Crash
2 injured
SUSPENSION:REAR
Jan 31, 2002
REAR CONTROL ARM IS BENT, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SWAY FROM SIDE TO SIDE. DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHICLE AT OWNER'S EXPENSE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
Sep 10, 2001
Incident date: Sep 5, 2001
TRANSMISSION GOES INTO NEUTRAL BY IT SELF WHEN MAKING TURNS AND WHEN GAS IS APPLIED, ENGINE KEEPS REVVING. TRANSMISSION KICKS IN GEAR CAUSING A CRASH(A GOOD POSSIBILITY) AND WHEEL SPIN WHEN IT IS EQUIPPED WITH TCS!. TCS DOES NOT OPERATE. TRANSMISSION MADE WHINEY NOISE WHEN IT WAS NEW AND CONTACTED D... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
May 21, 2001
Incident date: May 14, 2001
SAFETY ISSUE,THE VEHICLE IS DISABLED WHEN THIS FUEL CHIP FAILS, HOW CAN I SAFELY PULL OFF THE FREEWAY WITHOUT CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT IF THERE IS NO THROTTLE RESPONSE TO POWER MY VEHICLE.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2001 HYUNDAI EXCEL
36 manufacturer communications from 22 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 190000 TIRES | 3 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 2 |
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
24-BD-001H
Feb 14, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming
23-EM-005H
Oct 13, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
23-BD-007H
Apr 24, 2023
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can becom
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
22-EM-010H
Jul 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
22-GI-006H
Jul 14, 2022
190000 TIRES
Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-EM-004H
Mar 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
21-BR-002H
Mar 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
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
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-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-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
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
TSB-09-AT-013
Jul 1, 2009
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HYUNDAI: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0705 (RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL PROBLEMS), P0707 (RANGE SWITCH OPEN CIRCUIT), AND P0708 (RANGE SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT OR MULTIPLE INPUTS). AN IMPROPERLY ADJUSTED OR IMPROPERLY OP
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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