2000 Hyundai Tiburon: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon: 1 recall, 58 owner complaints and up to 24 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, 9 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seat belts (17): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Airbags (9): the most common themes are fails to deploy (6).
- Exterior lights (9): the most common themes are electrical failure (2).
- Tires (6): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (6).
The 2000 Hyundai Tiburon has 58 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 12 Tiburon model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 64). Complaints peaked in 2001 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 69,018 miles. Neighboring years: 1999 (26 complaints, 3 recalls), 2001 (36 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2000 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 2000 Hyundai Tiburon problems?
Owners have filed 58 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (17), airbags (9), exterior lights (9).
What gas mileage does the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon get?
EPA ratings run up to 24 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2000 Hyundai Tiburon repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.