1997 Hyundai Tiburon vs 1998 Hyundai Tiburon
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 | 1998 Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 36 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tiburon | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 9 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 3 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 2 |
| Visibility | 6 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
1997 Hyundai Tiburon
1998 Hyundai Tiburon
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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.