CarRecallWatchThe 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 328 complaints with NHTSA, including 33 crashes, 7 fires, 21 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (172 reports).
2003 Hyundai Tiburon recalls
Most common 2003 Hyundai Tiburon problems
Problem areas named in the 328 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 172 |
| Air Bags | 71 |
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Seat Belts | 26 |
| Exterior Lighting | 16 |
| Visibility | 13 |
| Suspension | 13 |
| Structure | 10 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 8 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, gasoline started spilling from the filler neck. The contact stated that the vehicle was refueling very slowly. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the fuel tank detached from the vehicle. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V369000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 04V178000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The contact stated that the interior door handles had detached from the vehicle The ABS warning light was also illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer who replaced the fuel tank; however, the other repa
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE GOING TO TURN THE BATTERY OFF UNDER THE HOOD DUE TO THE DRIVER HAZARD LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING, THERE WAS BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER WIRING HARNESS CAUSED THE FIRE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT CONTACTED WINNER HYUNDAI (591 S DUPONT HWY, DOVER, DE 19901) WHERE THEY INFORMED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 196,641.
VAPOR PURGE CANISTER MALFUNCTION FRONT END FAILURE BAD GASKETS
I WAS DRIVING TO MY BROTHER PLACE WHEN A WIRE STARTED TO SMOKE AND COUGHT ON FIRE FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL IT WAS SMOKEY WHERE I COULD NOT SEE FROM THE SMOKE AND I HIT A PARKED CAR FRONT WINDSHIELD SHATTERED AND MY AIRBAG DID NOT EXPOSED AT ALL. IT WAS ON A CITY STREET NO ONE GOT HURT JUST THE CAR
IN MOTION ON CITY STREET
2003 Hyundai Tiburon questions
Does the 2003 Hyundai Tiburon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2003 Hyundai Tiburon: Suspension:Front:Control Arm; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Hyundai Tiburon?
Based on 328 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (172), Air Bags (71), Electrical System (35).
How do I check if a recall on my 2003 Hyundai Tiburon 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.