2004 BMW M3 vs 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 31 | 82 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 25 | 43 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,994 mi | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW M3 | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 39 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 21 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 8 |
| Visibility | 6 | 2 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
2004 BMW M3
2004 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.