1998 Hyundai Tiburon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon: 1 recall, 26 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #01V345000 · 2001 · 42,782 vehicles
What's wrong: 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 inconvenient to extend and retract the seat belts.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (6): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
- Other / unknown (6): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5), warning light on (2).
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are electrical failure (3).
The 1998 Hyundai Tiburon has 26 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 12 Tiburon model years for complaints (well below the 64 average). Complaints peaked in 1999 (8 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 77,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1997 (36 complaints, 4 recalls), 1999 (26 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 27 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1998 Hyundai Tiburon problems?
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (6), other / unknown (6), transmission & drivetrain (6).
What gas mileage does the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1998 Hyundai Tiburon repair manual?
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