1997 Hyundai Tiburon vs 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1997 Hyundai Tiburon | 1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 136 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 81 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 19–24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 98,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tiburon | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 41 |
| Power Train | 9 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 14 |
| Suspension | 2 | 16 |
| Visibility | 6 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 9 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 5 |
| Structure | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
1997 Hyundai Tiburon
1997 Mitsubishi Eclipse
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.