1998 Hyundai Tiburon vs 1999 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 | 1998 Hyundai Tiburon | 1999 Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 26 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 51 | 53 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 22–23 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tiburon | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 5 | 8 |
| Power Train | 6 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 4 | 6 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 6 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 |
1998 Hyundai Tiburon
1999 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.