1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON
1 recalls, 46 complaints - 63 TSBs
01V345000 Nov 6, 2001
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY THROUGH THE D-RING GUIDES MOUNTED ON THE BODY PILLARS AFT OF THE DOORS. IF THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY, THEY MAY TWIST IN THE D-RING GUIDES AND MAKE IT INCO... Read more
Consequence
IF THE SEAT BELTS ARE INCONVENIENT TO USE, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE INCLINED TO WEAR THE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOPPER OVER EACH FRONT SEAT BELT D-RING GUIDE TO ASSIST THE SEAT BELT TO SMOOTHLY EXTEND AND RETRACT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
46 total complaints
4 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| AIR BAGS | 2 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
| SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR | 2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 2 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
Jan 1, 2005
Incident date: Dec 14, 2004
I WENT TO THE CAR LOT AND PICKED UP MY TIBURON. I DROVE IT HOME...AND TO WORK. AFTER I HAD DRIVEN THE CAR FOR 3 DAYS, I WALKED TOWARD THE CAR AND THE WIRELESS REMOTE ON THE KEYS WOULDNT BEEP SO WHEN I PUT THE KEY IN THE DOOR TO UNLOCK IT THE ALARM SOUNDED AND THE IGNITION WOULD NOT START. I IMMEDIAT... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 22, 2004
Incident date: Aug 15, 2003
MY 16 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER REAR ENDED A VEHICLE AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED BREAKING HER ELBOW IN 6 PLACES AND HER HUMERUS DETACHED FROM THE ELBOW. THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON FEBRUARY 13, 2003 AND SHE HAS LIMITED USE OF HER RIGHT ARM AS OF TODAY. SHE HAS HAD TWO SURGERIES AND GOES TO OCCUPATIONAL REHAB THR... Read more
Crash
1 injured
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Apr 19, 2004
Incident date: Apr 19, 2004
VEHICLE DOES NOT SHIFT OUT OF SECOND GEAR, RESULTING IN STALLING. CONSUMER IS CONCERNED THAT THE VEHICLE WILL STALL IN TRAFFIC WHICH MAY CAUSE A REAR END COLLISION. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Oct 14, 2003
Incident date: Oct 14, 2003
THE VEHICLE'S EXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKED. THE CONSUMER COULD SMELL EXHAUST FUMES WHEN THE HOOD WAS OPENED. *AK *NLM
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Oct 10, 2003
Incident date: Oct 3, 2003
1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON, AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES: CAR PURCHASED NEW IN 1998. EXPERIENCED ENGINE STUMBLE REFERENCED IN TSB 98-36-008, BUT NO ONE COULD EVER FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL. CURRENTLY HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND TRANSMISSION- CAR DOWNSHIFTS AND GETS STUCK IN ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Oct 10, 2003
Incident date: Oct 3, 2003
1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON, AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES: CAR PURCHASED NEW IN 1998. EXPERIENCED ENGINE STUMBLE REFERENCED IN TSB 98-36-008, BUT NO ONE COULD EVER FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL. CURRENTLY HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND TRANSMISSION- CAR DOWNSHIFTS AND GETS STUCK IN ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2003
Incident date: Oct 3, 2003
1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON, AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLES: CAR PURCHASED NEW IN 1998. EXPERIENCED ENGINE STUMBLE REFERENCED IN TSB 98-36-008, BUT NO ONE COULD EVER FIND ANYTHING WRONG. SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL. CURRENTLY HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND TRANSMISSION- CAR DOWNSHIFTS AND GETS STUCK IN ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Sep 10, 2003
Incident date: Sep 10, 2003
CONSUMER STATED THAT IN HER DAUGHTER'S VEHICLE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPT COMING ON, AND WHEN IT DID, WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST POWER. AFTER LOSS OF POWER, IT TOOK A LONG TIME TO REGAIN POWER. THEN, VEHICLE RAN SLUGGISH FOR A WHILE. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND HAD IT REPAIRED TWICE, BU... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 26, 2002
Incident date: May 15, 2002
I BOUGHT THIS CAR IN MARCH OF 2002 AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT 6 WEEKS LATER. THE PROBLEM I WAS TOLD WAS THAT THERE WAS A "SHIFT FLARE" IN MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. I WAS SOLD THE CAR WITH THE REMAINDER OF THE POWERTRAIN WARRANTY AND THEN HYUNDAI PROCEDED TO GIVE ME THE RUN AROUND FOR 4 WEEKS SAYING ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Feb 21, 2002
Incident date: Feb 1, 2002
WHEN DRIVING AT TIMES WILL HAVE TROUBLE ACCELERATEING TO HIGHER SPEEDS, AND THEN VEHICLE WILL START TO JERK BEFORE IT STARTS TO MOVE.*AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Nov 30, 2001
Incident date: Nov 1, 2000
RECALL 01V345000/MANUFACTURER RECALL 2001; FRONT LAP AND SHOULDER BELTS DO NOT RETRACT BACK. PROBLEM HAPPENED ONE YEAR AGO AND WAS NOT FIXED. NOTIFICATIONS WILL BE SENT OUT IN DECEMBER 2001. *AK DEALER WAS SUPPOSED TO CONTACT CONSUMER ONCE A HYUNDAI TECHNICIAN CAME FOR A VISIT, HOWEVER CONSUMER NE... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Jul 11, 2001
Incident date: Jan 17, 2001
HYUNDAI SAID THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE EMISSIONS OR POWERTRAIN WARRANTY WHICH WAS A LIE I HAVE RECORDED. MY SEATBELT POPS OFF EVEN THOUGH I DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE IT'S IN TIGHT. HATFIELD HYUNDAI SAID PUT IT IN TIGHTER OR SPRAY SILICON OIL IN IT. MY LOCKS WILL FREEZE WHILE I'M... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jul 11, 2001
Incident date: Jan 17, 2001
HYUNDAI SAID THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE EMISSIONS OR POWERTRAIN WARRANTY WHICH WAS A LIE I HAVE RECORDED. MY SEATBELT POPS OFF EVEN THOUGH I DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE IT'S IN TIGHT. HATFIELD HYUNDAI SAID PUT IT IN TIGHTER OR SPRAY SILICON OIL IN IT. MY LOCKS WILL FREEZE WHILE I'M... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Jul 11, 2001
Incident date: Jan 17, 2001
HYUNDAI SAID THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE EMISSIONS OR POWERTRAIN WARRANTY WHICH WAS A LIE I HAVE RECORDED. MY SEATBELT POPS OFF EVEN THOUGH I DOUBLE CHECK TO MAKE SURE IT'S IN TIGHT. HATFIELD HYUNDAI SAID PUT IT IN TIGHTER OR SPRAY SILICON OIL IN IT. MY LOCKS WILL FREEZE WHILE I'M... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nov 27, 2000
Incident date: Nov 25, 2000
HE WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH ON BOULEVARD AND IT WAS RAINING. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM JAMMED THE BRAKES. HE STARTED HYDROPLANING, AND VEHICLE WOULDN'T STOP. DUAL AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AT ALL. *AK
Crash
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 27, 2000
Incident date: Nov 25, 2000
HE WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 35MPH ON BOULEVARD AND IT WAS RAINING. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM JAMMED THE BRAKES. HE STARTED HYDROPLANING, AND VEHICLE WOULDN'T STOP. DUAL AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AT ALL. *AK
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Sep 8, 2000
THE FUEL VENT VALVE FAILURE CAUSED THE GASOLINE TO POUR OUT AFTER FILLING THE TANK. YH
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
Sep 1, 2000
Incident date: Aug 24, 2000
BRAKE SMAKE A DEEP GRINDING NOISE. ROTORS WERE CHECKED OUT BY 2 SERVICE CENTERS. SERVICE STATION SAID THEY HAD NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT. THERE WERE MULTIPLE CRACKS IN EACH OF THE ROTORS. DEALER STATED IT WAS OKAY, BUT THERE WAS SOME FORM OF RUST. ALSO, SHOES HAD SCORED SEVERAL MARKS IN EACH R... Read more
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Jun 30, 2000
Incident date: Apr 10, 2000
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Jun 30, 2000
Incident date: Apr 10, 2000
WHILE DRIVING ALL OF A SUDDDEN THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE JUST RELEASED ON ITS OWN. THIS HAPPENED ABOUT 4 TIMES ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE, AND ONCE ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE. CURRENTLY, VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALERSHIP. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 22, 2000
SINCE SEPTEMBER OF 1998 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WON'T DOWNSHIFT TO PASS, IT SLIPPED, AND SOMETIMES VEHICLE WOULD BARELY MOVE AFTER STOPPING. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALER COULD FIND NO PROBLEMS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 26, 1999
Incident date: Oct 25, 1999
WHEN DRIVING AT 65 MPH THE THROTTLE VALVES ARE RACING HIGH, AND ENGINE CHECK LIGHT IS ON AND WON'T GO OFF. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 26, 1999
Incident date: Oct 25, 1999
WHEN DRIVING AT 65 MPH THE THROTTLE VALVES ARE RACING HIGH, AND ENGINE CHECK LIGHT IS ON AND WON'T GO OFF. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Sep 9, 1999
Incident date: Dec 2, 1998
THE CLUTCH CANNOT BE USED PROPERLY DUE TO DESIGN OF FLOOR MATS. MAKES THE GEARS TIGHT. ALSO, COVER TO FUEL TANK BROKE OFF WHEN OPENED. THE 1997 MICHELIN X TIRES ON FRONT OF VEHICLE BROKE OFF DUE TO ALL LUGS: NUTS SHEARING OFF TWICE. TAKING VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER. *AK
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Sep 9, 1999
Incident date: Dec 2, 1998
THE CLUTCH CANNOT BE USED PROPERLY DUE TO DESIGN OF FLOOR MATS. MAKES THE GEARS TIGHT. ALSO, COVER TO FUEL TANK BROKE OFF WHEN OPENED. THE 1997 MICHELIN X TIRES ON FRONT OF VEHICLE BROKE OFF DUE TO ALL LUGS: NUTS SHEARING OFF TWICE. TAKING VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 9, 1999
Incident date: Dec 2, 1998
THE CLUTCH CANNOT BE USED PROPERLY DUE TO DESIGN OF FLOOR MATS. MAKES THE GEARS TIGHT. ALSO, COVER TO FUEL TANK BROKE OFF WHEN OPENED. THE 1997 MICHELIN X TIRES ON FRONT OF VEHICLE BROKE OFF DUE TO ALL LUGS: NUTS SHEARING OFF TWICE. TAKING VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER. *AK
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Sep 9, 1999
Incident date: Dec 2, 1998
THE CLUTCH CANNOT BE USED PROPERLY DUE TO DESIGN OF FLOOR MATS. MAKES THE GEARS TIGHT. ALSO, COVER TO FUEL TANK BROKE OFF WHEN OPENED. THE 1997 MICHELIN X TIRES ON FRONT OF VEHICLE BROKE OFF DUE TO ALL LUGS: NUTS SHEARING OFF TWICE. TAKING VEHICLE BACK TO DEALER. *AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 13, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
THE CAR HAS BEEN INTO HYUNDAI DEALERS 4 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. CAR HAS BEEN IN LITERALLY EVERY OTHER MONTH SINCE PURCHASE IN OCTOBER 1998. MAJOR PROBLEM HAS TO DO WITH THE COMPUTER(S) AND TRANSMISSION. CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAVE BOTH GONE OFF. ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 13, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
THE CAR HAS BEEN INTO HYUNDAI DEALERS 4 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. CAR HAS BEEN IN LITERALLY EVERY OTHER MONTH SINCE PURCHASE IN OCTOBER 1998. MAJOR PROBLEM HAS TO DO WITH THE COMPUTER(S) AND TRANSMISSION. CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAVE BOTH GONE OFF. ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
Jul 13, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
THE CAR HAS BEEN INTO HYUNDAI DEALERS 4 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. CAR HAS BEEN IN LITERALLY EVERY OTHER MONTH SINCE PURCHASE IN OCTOBER 1998. MAJOR PROBLEM HAS TO DO WITH THE COMPUTER(S) AND TRANSMISSION. CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAVE BOTH GONE OFF. ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jul 13, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
THE CAR HAS BEEN INTO HYUNDAI DEALERS 4 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. CAR HAS BEEN IN LITERALLY EVERY OTHER MONTH SINCE PURCHASE IN OCTOBER 1998. MAJOR PROBLEM HAS TO DO WITH THE COMPUTER(S) AND TRANSMISSION. CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAVE BOTH GONE OFF. ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 13, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
THE CAR HAS BEEN INTO HYUNDAI DEALERS 4 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER. CAR HAS BEEN IN LITERALLY EVERY OTHER MONTH SINCE PURCHASE IN OCTOBER 1998. MAJOR PROBLEM HAS TO DO WITH THE COMPUTER(S) AND TRANSMISSION. CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAVE BOTH GONE OFF. ... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
3 WEEKS AFTER CAR WAS BOUGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED. STARTING FIRST OF FEB. CAR WOULD TEMPORARILY STALL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD FLASH ON, CAR WOULD DROP TO 500 RPM'S, THEN RED LINE TO 5500 RPM'S.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Nov 4, 1998
ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING, INDICATING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITHIN THE ENGINE. DEALER KEEPS REPLACING ENGINE VALVES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Nov 4, 1998
ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING, INDICATING THERE IS A PROBLEM WITHIN THE ENGINE. DEALER KEEPS REPLACING ENGINE VALVES. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
3 WEEKS AFTER CAR WAS BOUGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED. STARTING FIRST OF FEB. CAR WOULD TEMPORARILY STALL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD FLASH ON, CAR WOULD DROP TO 500 RPM'S, THEN RED LINE TO 5500 RPM'S.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 6, 1999
Incident date: Jul 6, 1999
3 WEEKS AFTER CAR WAS BOUGHT, BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED. STARTING FIRST OF FEB. CAR WOULD TEMPORARILY STALL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD FLASH ON, CAR WOULD DROP TO 500 RPM'S, THEN RED LINE TO 5500 RPM'S.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 18, 1999
Incident date: May 5, 1999
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON REPEATEDLY. YH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 18, 1999
Incident date: Apr 27, 1999
GAS MILLEAGE IS DECREASING. YH
TIRES
May 18, 1999
Incident date: Apr 8, 1999
TIRE LOOSING AIR PRESSURE. YH
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
May 18, 1999
Incident date: Nov 27, 1998
ENGINE KEEPS MISFIRING. YH
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Apr 10, 1999
THE FUEL VENT VALVE FAILURE CAUSED THE GASOLINE TO POUR OUT AFTER FILLING THE TANK. YH
WHEELS
Jan 25, 1999
Incident date: May 1, 1998
THE FIRST PROBLEM HAPPENED THE FIRST WEEK AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR. THE SEAL BROKE ON THE TIRE THEY SAID AND THE TIRE WENT FLAT WITHOUT MY ACKOWLEDGEMENT AND I HAD TO BUY A NEW TIRE BECAUSE THE INSIDE TUBE WAS RUINED. SINCE THEN I HAVE HAD TO GET DIFFERENT TIRES RESEALED BECAUSE THE SEAL BREAKS. I W... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Nov 20, 1998
Incident date: Nov 17, 1998
CONSUMER WAS TURNING FROM THE HIGHWAY INTO AN EXIT, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE SPINNED OUT OUT OF CONTROL AND LANDED ON THE GRASS AREA. DEALER NOTIFIED AND REFUSED TO ACCEPT CONSUMER'S EXPLANATION OF WHAT HAPPENED. *AK
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Nov 18, 1998
Incident date: Sep 29, 1998
NO SUMMARY PROVIDED BY CONSUMER
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 11, 1998
Incident date: Oct 11, 1998
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED.
EPA Fuel Economy, 1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 23.0 | Regular | $2,650 |
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, 1998 HYUNDAI TIBURON
63 manufacturer communications from 51 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 6 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 190000 TIRES | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 3 |
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-AT-006H
May 21, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicle??A?A?s owner??A?A?s manual. ??A?A? Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. ??A?A? Use of other DCT and IV
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-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-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
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-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-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
0540018
Nov 1, 2005
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES LIST. *TT
151
Feb 1, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES LIST. *TT
0804
Aug 1, 2004
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
REPLACEMENT CIGARETTE LIGHTER. *NM
0340007
Mar 1, 2004
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
ATA SOLENOID DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0740, P0741, P0742, P0743, P0745, P0747, P0748, P0750, P0752, P0753, P0755, P0757, P0758, P0760, P0765. *TT *MJ
0340022
Dec 1, 2003
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PULSE GENERATOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0717 & P0722. 2004 ACCENT INCLUDED. *TT
135
Sep 1, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OXYGEN SENSORS. *SC
0236028
Dec 1, 2002
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OBD-II READINESS TEST DRIVE CYCLE. *TT
0290009
Jun 1, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING DIAGNOSTIC GUIDE FOR CLIFFORD AND DEI SECURITY SYSTEM. *JG
0240016
Jun 1, 2002
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OIL LEAKING FROM OIL PAN GASKET. *JG
0240012
Mar 1, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES LIST. *YH
0290003
Mar 1, 2002
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
INFORMATION ON RHEOSTAT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT. *YH
0240010
Mar 1, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT ON AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE HARSH OR DELAYED PARK REVERSE OR PARK DRIVE ENGAGEMENT. *YH
0250002
Jan 1, 2002
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT BRAKE CALIPER RATTLE NOISE REPAIR KIT. *TT
01400061
Dec 1, 2001
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE PULSE GENERATOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P0717 AND P0722 - REVISED. *JG
0101006
Nov 1, 2001
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SUBJECT REGARDING TIBURON SEAT BELT D-RING GUIDE STOPPER. *YD
010101
Jan 1, 2001
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
INFORMATION ON PERFORMING A TEST DRIVE FOR TRANSAXLE SHIFT QUALITY. *TT
0040005
May 1, 2000
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SOME TRANSAXLES PRODUCED PRIOR TO 05/15/99 MAY EXPERIENCE AN OIL LEAK IN THE BELLHOUSING BEHIND THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TT
9936010
Jul 1, 1999
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
9940008
May 1, 1999
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN OIL LEAK BEHIND THE TORQUE CONVERTER. *TT
9940004
Apr 1, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1613/1614. *TT
9940002
Mar 1, 1999
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SLIGHT SHIFT FLARE DURING THE UPSHIFT FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR. *TT
98400061
Oct 1, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
VEHICLES WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE MAY HAVE DTC P0748 STORED IN MEMORY IN THE TCM. *YC
9840007
Sep 1, 1998
101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN ON CLUTCH COVER ASSEMBLY. *YC
9850002
Aug 18, 1998
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
SPECIFICATION ON REAR BRAKE DISC MINIMUM THICKNESS. *YC
9806-9880008
Aug 18, 1998
125000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR TIBURON SHARK SPOILER BRAKE LAMP WIRING. *YC
9807-9880009
Jul 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
CORROSION MAY FORM AROUND THE EDGE OF THE SUNROOF LID PANEL LIP DUE TO INADEQUATE SEALING OF THE WEATHERSTRIP AGAINST THE SUNROOF LID PANEL ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
9809006
Jun 1, 1998
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION ON THE OXYGEN SENSOR OFFSET VOLTAGE CHANGE. *YC
98800021
Mar 1, 1998
162620 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT
BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING HATCH GAS STRUT AND TRIM PANEL CHANGE. *AK
9820001
Feb 1, 1998
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
A PROCEDURE FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A BLOCK HEATER. *YC
9880002
Jan 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT ON REAR STRUT AND TRIM PANEL CHANGE. *YC
9880003
Jan 1, 1998
174200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
SUBJECT ON REAR HATCH LATCH CHANGE. *YC
97080190013
Aug 1, 1997
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES ON PROJECTOR BEAM HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT. *YC
HYUNDAI TIBURON - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the HYUNDAI TIBURON across all model years (1997, 2008).
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Total Recalls
1,058
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
134
Reported Crashes
13
Reported Fires
5
Reported Deaths
HYUNDAI TIBURON - Year by Year
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