CarRecallWatchThe 1989 Hyundai Excel has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 68 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 19 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (30 reports).
1989 Hyundai Excel recalls
Most common 1989 Hyundai Excel problems
Problem areas named in the 68 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 30 |
| Visibility | 25 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 |
What owners report
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 30MPH ON HIGHWAY, AND SHE NOTICED THAT VEHICLE WAS HESITATING/POPPYING, AND DIDN'T HAVE ANY SPEED. ALSO, SMOKE WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE. *AK
WHILE DRIVING ON A LOCAL ROAD, TRAVELING 45 TO 50MPH, LOOKED DOWN AND SPILLED FOOD. WENT OFF THE ROAD, HIT A TREE AND DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DIDN'T RETRACT OR HOLD. DIDN'T CONTACT DEALER OR MANUFACTURER. *AK
DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP CAN CAUSE LARGE AMOUNT OF FUEL TO BE PUSHED OUT OF A HOSE NEAR THE AIR CONDITIONING COMPRESSOR. THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED INTO A FIRE. THERE SHOULD BE A RECAL. *AK
ENGINE FIRE AS A RESULT OF ENGINE OVERHEATING. (OHIO STATE POLICE REPORT). *AK
RECALL 93V167000; 4 MONTHS AFTER THE RECALL HAD BEEN SERVICED THE TRANSMISSION HAS GONE OUT. DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *AK
1989 Hyundai Excel questions
Does the 1989 Hyundai Excel have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1989 Hyundai Excel: Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System:Heater Core; Power Train:Manual Transmission; Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System; Vehicle Speed Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 Hyundai Excel?
Based on 68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (30), Visibility (25), Electrical System (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 Hyundai Excel has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.