2000 Hyundai Tiburon problems
The Hyundai Tiburon (Korean: 현대 티뷰론) known in Europe as the Hyundai Coupé (현대 쿠페) is a sports coupe that was produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai from 1996 to 2008.
The name "Tiburon", a slight variation of "tiburón", the Spanish word for "shark", is the name given to the North American, Australian, New Zealand, South African, and Austrian production of the vehicle. It was known as the Hyundai Coupe in some European markets and Indonesia. It had been branded as the Turbulence (터뷸런스) and Tuscani (투스카니) in the home South Korean market.
The model had been released in two generations (RC) over its lifespan and in that time these generations have been subject to periodic facelifts. These facelifts have attempted to keep the car up to date with various safety improvements and a mixture of changes to exterior and interior styling. The RD Tiburon was in production for 5 years from 1996 to 2001. The GK Tiburon was introduced in 2002 (as a 2003 model) and ended production in 2008 before being replaced by the Hyundai Veloster.
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Common 2000 Hyundai Tiburon problems
Based on the complaints from owners of the Hyundai Tiburon 2000 model, several common problems have been reported:
- Electrical Problems: The Tiburon 2000 model has been associated with electrical issues, including intermittent starting problems. Faulty electrical components like the starter or alternator have caused reliability concerns for owners, making it challenging to depend on the vehicle for regular use.
- Cooling System Malfunctions: Some Tiburon models, including the 2000 version, have been prone to cooling system problems such as coolant leaks and overheating issues. These issues can lead to engine failure if not addressed promptly. Common culprits for these problems include faulty radiators or water pumps, necessitating replacement to prevent engine damage.
- Braking System Defects: Owners have reported premature wear on the brake pads and rotors in the Tiburon 2000 model. This premature wear can compromise the car's ability to stop quickly and smoothly, posing safety risks for the driver and passengers. Addressing this issue often involves replacing the worn components with higher quality aftermarket parts to ensure proper braking performance.
These problems with the Hyundai Tiburon 2000 model highlight various areas of concern for owners, ranging from starting reliability to critical components like the cooling system and brakes. Addressing these issues promptly through proper maintenance and necessary replacements is crucial to ensure the continued performance and safety of the vehicle.
How safe is a Hyundai Tiburon?
In government crash tests, the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon earned a full five stars for driver protection in frontal impacts and four stars for the front passenger.
Is the Hyundai Tiburon fuel efficient?
Hyundai Tiburon Fuel Consumption
The Hyundai Tiburon is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 10.3L/100km for Coupe /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
How many miles can a Hyundai Tiburon last?
Just maintain it, clean oil, clean air, clean fuel, repair problems and you will see 200,000 easy..
Why was Hyundai Tiburon discontinued?
Hyundai's decision to discontinue the Tiburon, also known as the Hyundai Coupe in certain markets, despite its popularity during its production run, can be attributed to various factors, including evolving market trends, shifting consumer preferences, and corporate strategies.
2000 Hyundai Tiburon car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Hyundai Tiburon problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Air bags problems
- Exterior lighting problems
- Tires problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Hyundai Tiburon vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Hyundai Tiburon
The NHTSA has received 59 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Hyundai Tiburon vehicles.
SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-20
- VIN: KMHJG25F7YU
- Components: SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT,ENGINE
- Summary: 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEAT BELT SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SEAT BELT WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. *JS
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-10-09
- VIN: KMHJG25F4YU
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. THE EXACT ORIGIN OF THE NOISE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-09-15
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXTREMELY STRONG FUEL FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED FOR A MANUFACTURER RECALL AND PROVIDED NO SOLUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP FOR FURTHER DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE SEVERAL TIMES AND PROVIDED NO SOLUTION. A TECHNICIAN WAS NOT SENT TO THE DEALER TO PERFORM ODOR TESTING. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-05
- VIN: KMHJG25F9YU
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL FAILURES THAT PROGRESSED AND RECURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO REPLACED THE CHARCOAL CANISTERS TWICE AND THE FAILURE RECURRED IN WHICH THERE WERE STRONG FUMES THAT EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS REPLACED, THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED MORE THAN ONCE, AND THE KEY WAS STILL NOT COMMUNICATING TO TURN OVER INTO A START POSITION WITHOUT SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE CONTACT ALSO INDICATED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL SHORT IN WHICH THE DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS FLICKERED, WERE LOW AT TIMES, AND WERE REPLACED MORE THAN TEN TIMES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 01V345000 (SEAT BELTS) AND RECEIVED THE RECALL REPAIR; HOWEVER, THE SEAT BELT WAS CONSTRICTING WHILE MOVING AND IT WOULD NOT RETRACT UNLESS THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT WAS UNBUCKLED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNTS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 04V369000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) AND 04V178000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-26
- VIN: KMHJG25F9YU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I HAVE ISSUES WITH MY CAR AND THE GAS TANK, CHARCOAL CANISTER AND VALVES. I HAVE HAD TO PAY OVER 1,000.00 TO HAVE THESE FIXED TWICE. I HAVE BEEN GETTING VERY SICK DRIVING MY CAR AND DO NOT FEEL THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE FUMES COME INTO MY CAR AND ARE VERY HEAVY, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT. I AM VERY CONCERNED FOR MY HEALTH AND MY SAFETY AND HAVE ALMOST GONE TO THE HOSPITAL. I HAVE HAD TO GO ON STEROIDS AND BREATHING MEDICATIONS FOR THE ISSUES. I HAVE SEEN SIMILAR COMPLAINTS BY MULTIPLE PEOPLE IN REGARDS TO THE SAME PROBLEMS. I WOULD LIKE SOME HELP WITH THIS AND HAVE FOUND THAT THE VALVE IS DEFECTIVE AND WILL OFTEN GET STUCK. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS. THANK YOU.[XXX]..UPDATED 05/07/15 *BF UPDATED 05/26/15*JB INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-20
- VIN: KMHJG25F3YU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: SINCE DAY ONE OF MY PURCHASE CAR TANK REFUSES TO FILL UP EVER 3 SECONDS GAS PUMP STOPS SPITTING OUT GAS. EST TIME TO FILL TANK IS 15-20 MINS. MY CAR HAS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FOR LAST 2 MONTHS AUTO STORE TEST CAME UP GAS EVAP SYSTEM FAILURE. LAST 3 MONTHS STRONG ODOR OF GAS HAS BEEN COMING IN CAR WITH STONG GAS FUMES. CAR HAS BEEN SPENDING MORE GAS THAN NORMAL SINCE SMELLING FUMES MAYBE FROM LEAK? CAR IS WELL MAINTENANCE BUT IM WORRIED THE PROBLEM IS ONLY GETTING WORSE. *JS
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-02
- VIN: KMHJG35F5YU
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TRYING TO FILL UP GAS TANK, GAS PUMP TURNS OFF REPEATEDLY AFTER A GALLON OR SO. TAKES ABOUT 10 MINUTES TO FILL UP THE CAR. TRIED SEVERAL THINGS TO HELP, BUT NOTHING WORKS. PER ONLINE DISCUSSIONS, THIS HAS BEEN NOTED BY NUMEROUS OTHER TIBURON OWNERS. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-09
- VIN: KMHJG35F2YU
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON PROBLEMS WITH SEAT BELTS. BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELTS DO NOT FUNCTION AS THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO. THE BELTS GET STUCK IN THEIR HARNESSES AND YOU CAN'T PULL-OUT OR PUT IT BACK. YOU HAVE TO ADJUST THE HARNESS AND THE STUCK BELT TO BE ABLE TO GET IT TO WORK. THE CAR HAS ALREADY BEEN THROUGH ONE RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT THE REPAIR DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE. THIS HAS BEEN A PROBLEM SINCE THE FIRST DAY I BOUGHT THE CAR IN DECEMBER 2008. *TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-01
- VIN: KMHJG35F9YU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THE MANUFACTURER ALSO REFERRED HER TO NHTSA. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 100,200.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-12-10
- VIN: KMHJG35F5YU
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL TANK SHUT-OFF PROBLEM. UNABLE TO REFUEL CAR MORE THAN .5 GALLON BEFORE SHUT-OFF VALVE CLOSES. PROBLEM STARTED SLOWLY AND SPORADICALLY OVER 5-YEAR PERIOD, AND PROGRESSED TO FULL-TIME. ALSO UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHEN/IF CAR IS FULLY REFUELED, 100% OF TIME WHEN ADDING FUEL. EVENTUALLY, TANK BECOMES OVERFILLED AND GAS IS SPILLED NEARLY 100% OF TIME. ONLINE FORUMS DOCUMENT LITERALLY HUNDREDS OF SIMILAR ISSUES AMONG OTHER OWNERS. HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP ACKNOWLEDGES PROBLEM, HOWEVER NO RECALLS HAVE BEEN ISSUED. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-10
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: DEFECTIVE CHARCOAL CONTAINER MAKES FUELING YOUR CAR DANGEROUS NUMEROUS SHUT OFFS GAS SPILLAGE FROM TANK. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-30
- VIN: KMHJG25F4YU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: BOUGHT BF GOODRICH TIRES FROM WALMART. 195/55R 84V TRACT TIRES IN JUNE 2006. ABOUT 5 DAYS AGO I WAS CHECKING MY TIRE PRESSURE AND FOUND A LARGE BLISTER/BUBBLE ON THE SIDE OF THE TIRE WALL. APPROXIMATELY 3 1/2 INCHES LONG OBLONG AND ABOUT 3 INCHES WIDTH. I TOOK MY CAR TO WALMART IN RAVENNA OHIO 44266 WHERE I BOUGHT THE TIRES. THEY MEASURED THE TIRE WIDTH AND CHECKED THE CAR MILES AND SAID THEY WOULD ORDER NEW TIRES. I ALSO ONLY GOT 24000 MILES ON THE TIRE AND THEY ARE 60,000 MILE TIRES. AT FIRST THE GIRL TOLD ME I WOULD HAVE TO PAY HALF THE COST OF THE ORIGINAL TIRE TO REPLACE THEM. SHE ALSO TOLD ME TO CALL BACK IN AN HOUR OR SO WHEN HER MANAGER CAME BACK FROM LUNCH, BECAUSE SHE WASN'T ABLE TO INPUT THE INFORMATION FOR ORDERING, THAT SHE DIDN'T KNOW HOW TO DO IT. WHEN I CALLED BACK SHE MADE ALL KINDS OF EXCUSES. WE CANT ORDER THEM BECAUSE THE MANAGER DIDN'T SEE THE CAR AND HE HAS TO CHECK THE MILES AND TREAD DEPTH. I SAID I HAVE A PRINT OUT OF THAT AND YOU ALREADY DID IT, THEN SHE SAID WELL WE MAY NOT BE PRORATING THE TIRES BECAUSE WE DON'T KNOW IF YOU KEPT UP ON THE MAINTENANCE OF THE TIRES. I SAID WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT. SHE SAID ROTATING THE TIRES AND KEEPING THEM IN ALIGNMENT. I HUNG UP ANGRY AND AM REPORTING THEM TO YOU. I HAVE A TIRE PROTECTION PLAN ALSO THAT I PURCHASED WHEN I BOUGHT THE TIRES. I SHOWED ALL THE PAPER WORK TO THE GIRL WHEN I BROUGHT THE CAR IN FOR THEM TO LOOK AT IT. THE MECHANIC IS THE ONE WHO CHECKED THE TIRE TREAD AND THE MILES PERSONALLY. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-11-23
- VIN: KMHJG25F0YU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I TOOK MY TIBURON INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR ONE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE MANIFOLD. ON THE PAPER WORK IT WAS CALLED A "EXHAUST RECALL". A CRACK WAS FOUND IN THE MANIFOLD AND THIS WAS REPLACED. THE DEALERSHIP THAT I HAD BOUGHT MY CAR FROM HAD NOT SENT ME ANY INFO ON THIS RECALL. I STILL HAVE YET TO FIND ANY INFO ON THIS RECALL. WHY IS THIS? *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-15
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: UPON TAKING THE VEHICLE IN FOR A ROUTINE APPOINTMENT CONSUMER FOUND THE WHEEL BEARINGS WORE OUT, AND WAS TOLD IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. MECHANIC REMOVED THE HUB, IT STARTED TO BREAK AND CRUMBLE. CONSUMER WAS TOLD THERE WAS SOME RUST. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-05-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25FXYU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE CONSUMER REAR ENDED ANOTHER MOTORIST. 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON *BF SINCE THE ACCIDENTS, THE CONSUMER STATED AT TIMES THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START OR AT TIMES WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD STALL. EACH TIME THE CONSUMER TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, THEY WOULD REPLACE DIFFERENT THINGS, SUCH AS THE FUEL PUMP, O2 SENSOR HEATER CIRCUIT, RELAY, ENGINE CONTROL MODULE AND THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-08-28
- VIN: KMHJG25F3YU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: PURCHASED NEW TIRES BECAUSE OF EXTREME WEAR AT LOW MILEAGE, WHICH IS HIGHLY IRREGULAR. *BF THIS WAS A RECURRENT PROBLEM. *SC
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-28
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: REPLACED TIRES SEVERAL TIMES DUE TO EXTREME WEAR TO TIRES AT LOW MILEAGE. *BF ACCORDING TO WARRANTY TIRES SHOULD HAVE HAD 60,000 FAILURE HAPPENED AT THE 12,296. *TC
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-12
- VIN: PLEASE FILL
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING, THE SRS LIGHT WOULD APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND REMAINED ON. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IT TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE MECHANIC PLACED THE VEHICLE ON A DIAGNOSTIC MACHINE, BUT THE PROBLEM COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. THE DRIVER INFORMED THE MECHANIC THAT THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED MORE THAN ONCE AND STILL HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *JB
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-11
- VIN: KMHJG25F6YU
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: THE RADIO IN MY 2000 TIB HAS ONLY 2 LIGHTED BUTTONS & IS VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU CANNOT SEE TO SHUT IT OFF OR CHANGE CHANNELS OR ANYTHING HAD HEARD THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ABOUT THIS BUT CAN'T FIND IT. *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-22
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25F6YU
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DRIVER SWERVED TO MISS MOOSE, RAN INTO BACK OF PARKED SEMI TRAILER. 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. SEVERE CRASH DAMAGE TO THE CAR, FRAME BENT, MOTOR MOUNTS SHEARED HORIZONTALLY, DIGITAL PHOTOS AVAILABLE. HYUNDAI SAYS CRASH WAS NOT DIRECTLY ON SENSOR SO AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SYSTEM CHECKED AND VERIFIED ERROR FREE BY HYUNDAI. THIS IS EITHER A DESIGN DEFECT OR SOMEONE TRYING TO COVER UP A PROBLEM. DAMAGE TO CAR IS SO SEVERE THE AIR BAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. NEITHER AIR BAG DRIVER OR PASSENGER DEPLOYED.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-18
- VIN: KMHJG25F7YU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE STALLED.*AK *MR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-15
- VIN: KMHJG25F3YU
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,SEAT BELTS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I PURCHASED A 2000 TIBURON APPROX.JUNE 2001 WITH 9600 MILES ALREADY. SINCE I BOUGHT IT I'VE BEEN FINDING PROBLEMS AND I'VE TAKEN IT FOR SERVICE ABOUT 7 TIMES ALREADY. THEY'VE REPLACED THE LAMP ABOVE ON THE ROOF THAT MELTED AND BROKE ONCE, THEY FIXED THE VESSEL GLASS 3 TIMES ALREADY BECAUSE IT KEEPS CRACKING, WHILE REPLACING THE VESSEL GLASS (THE GLASS THAT PROTECTS THE ODOMETER AND OTHER NEEDLESS INDICATORS) THEY BROKE MY AC, HEATER, CRUISE CONTROL, REAR DEFROST, FRONT DEFROST. THE SEAT BELT WAS A RECALL. UNTIL NOW THE CAR IS IN THE SHOP GETTING THE AC, DEFROST PROBLEM FIXED.
SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-11-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- Components: SEATS
- Summary: WHILE AT A STOP VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED. THIS CAUSED THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO RECLINE BACKWARDS. CONSUMER SUFFERED WHIPLASH. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-07
- Crash: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING 5 MPH. BOTH FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-20
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25F0YU
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A VIBRATION IN THE FRONT. THE DEALER STATED THE STEEL BELTS WERE OFF. *JB THE CONSUMER'S PERSONAL MECHANIC STATED THE STEEL BOLTS WERE GONE INSIDE BOTH REAR TIRES. *PH *JB
2000 Hyundai Tiburon recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon.
- Manufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY THROUGH THE D-RING GUIDES MOUNTED ON THE BODY PILLARS AFT OF THE DOORS. IF THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY, THEY MAY TWIST IN THE D-RING GUIDES AND MAKE IT INCONVENIENT TO EXTEND AND RETRACT THE SEAT BELTS.
- Consequence: IF THE SEAT BELTS ARE INCONVENIENT TO USE, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE INCLINED TO WEAR THE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOPPER OVER EACH FRONT SEAT BELT D-RING GUIDE TO ASSIST THE SEAT BELT TO SMOOTHLY EXTEND AND RETRACT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
Negative 2000 Hyundai Tiburon car reviews
Positive 2000 Hyundai Tiburon car reviews
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I bought this car used in 01 with only 8k miles on it. Despite the fact that I have been driving it hard (including 2.5 miles of dirt road daily, curvy roads, and driving extremely fast), it has held up tremendously well. I have even hit a deer at 65 mph, gone into ditches, and over curbs, but the car has never let me down. With 125K miles on the clock, I have only had to do a few repairs, such as brakes, oil changes, tire rotation/replacement, spark plugs and wires twice, coil once, radiator once, belt once, battery once, and wheel bearing once. I am extremely happy with my car, as it has never left me stranded anywhere and seems to be nearly indestructible. Despite driving it hard, it still runs great and looks nice inside and out!
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I bought my Tiburon brand new and it has been running great ever since! It's so much fun to drive, with excellent styling and the best warranty around. The price was very reasonable, and this baby comes loaded with goodies that are standard equipment, including power seats, windows (including side view mirrors), and even cruise control. The interior is user-friendly, with all controls easily within reach. The front seats are comfortable with lots of legroom, while the back seat is suitable for kids, midgets, or adults on a short hop. It's a great car for commuting or just for fun!
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I bought the Tib new in 2000 as a cheap, fun car to drive to work. It has been a pleasure to own and drive. It's actually more comfortable in town and on trips than my wife's Accord. I'm planning to trade it in on a 2003, now that the dealers are more reasonable about their pricing.
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I recently bought this car and I'm really happy with it! The style is great, although the paint could use some work as it seems to chip easily. The clutch is a little unusual, but I've never had anything like it before. The engine sounds fantastic, especially at high RPMs. It's a great car to install a stereo in, and the interior is really comfortable. I particularly like the leather seats. I haven't had any problems with it yet, and it handles really well. I tested it out in a parking lot and it held tight in high-speed turns.
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I bought this car for my daughter when she turned 16 years old. I got to drive it for two years before having to hand over the keys! I absolutely love this car. It looks great, handles great, and was a great price. Now that my daughter drives it, I actually miss the car! By the way, my daughter is also in love with the car!
Additional sources
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Are you having problems with your 2000 Hyundai Tiburon?
Ricky Baumbach 2024-11-21
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my 2000 Tiburon that I bought brand new in April 2000. It was my first car and I loved it! I only needed to do regular oil changes and fill it up with gas for 12 years. Although it had a few problems towards the end, it was a reliable car overall. It looks fast and can definitely pass other cars, but it's not meant for racing so be careful! Unfortunately, the timing belt wore out and I was quoted at least $4400 to fix it. Just wanted to share my story with you!
Camryn Graham 2024-10-25
I really like this car - the style, the way it sits on the road, and how it handles corners. Unfortunately, I found out after purchasing it that there are some major transmission problems with Hyundai cars. I bought it as the second owner with 33,000 miles on the clock and a 60,000-mile warranty. The transmission started acting up not too long after, losing 1st gear and not shifting out of 2nd gear unless the car was shut off. Despite taking it to Hyundai, they couldn't find anything wrong until my warranty expired. Less than 2,000 miles later, they told me I needed a new transmission, which cost $1,700. Now, just 1 1/2 years later, I'm getting rid of it because it's doing the same exact thing it did before the rebuild. I love the car, but please learn from my bad experience.
Tremaine Pfeffer 2024-08-17
I have had a number of issues with my Hyundai, including problems with the alternator, wheel bearings, and overheating. Despite my efforts to maintain it, the car has experienced significant wear and tear, with the head warping and the transmission failing. While I have appreciated the car's reliability in the past, it is clear that it is time to move on and find a more suitable replacement. Thank you for the memories, little car.
Bobby Goyette 2024-07-16
I purchased this car brand new in 2000 and thought it was a good deal due to its sporty design. However, I found that the interior leather wore out quickly and it was not comfortable for taller individuals. Additionally, I had difficulty trading it in at the dealership where I purchased it, as they offered me a price well below wholesale. The paint quality was also poor, as it chipped easily. Although I did not experience any mechanical issues, I only drove it for 15,000 miles before getting rid of it. If you are considering purchasing this car, I recommend not paying over the dealer invoice and only buying it if you plan on keeping it for a long time.
Evans Kilback 2024-05-20
I loved my Tiburon, but unfortunately, it has had a few quirky problems. There have been some electrical issues, and I have blown many headlights. Additionally, I have had problems with the oxygen sensors in the exhaust system, and have had to have 4 sensors replaced in the last couple of years. My emergency brake cable also broke this year with 61,000 miles on the car, even though it's only 6 years old. Despite these issues, it still looks sharp. However, the ongoing O2 sensor problem is making me consider unloading it now, for fear of another $210 repair bill, now that I am off of warranty.