2001 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 2001 Hyundai Tiburon problems
The Hyundai Tiburon, produced from 1996 to 2008, is a compact sports car known for its affordability and unique design. However, like any vehicle, it has experienced common issues, particularly in the 2001 model year.
- Transmission Issues: Transmission issues are another common problem in the Hyundai Tiburon, particularly in models with higher mileage. Some owners have reported experiencing transmission slipping, jerking, or failure. These issues can be caused by wear and tear, low fluid levels, or internal transmission damage and may require costly repairs or replacements.
- Body and Paint Issues: The 2001 Hyundai Tiburon has been reported to have body and paint issues, such as chipping paint and dents. These issues are often cosmetic and may not affect the vehicle's performance but can detract from its appearance and value.
- Electrical Issues: Some Hyundai Tiburon owners have reported electrical issues, including problems with the signal lights not blinking properly. These issues can be caused by faulty wiring, blown fuses, or other electrical components and may require professional diagnosis and repair.
- Windows and Visibility Issues: The Hyundai Tiburon has been reported to have poor visibility, particularly in the rear.
- Interior Issues: Some Hyundai Tiburon owners have reported issues with the interior, such as uncomfortable seat belts and small rear seats. These issues can affect the vehicle's overall comfort and usability, particularly for taller passengers or those with limited mobility.
In summary, the Hyundai Tiburon, particularly the 2001 model year, has experienced common issues such as clutch problems, transmission issues, body and paint issues, electrical issues, windows and visibility issues, and interior issues. These issues can range from cosmetic to more serious performance problems and may require costly repairs or replacements. Potential buyers should be aware of these common issues and consider them when making their purchase decision.
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 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.
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.
What are some facts about the Hyundai Tiburon?
In the United States, the Tiburon was first offered in 1997 with base models using the Elantra's 1.8L 130 hp (97 kW) engine while the upscale FX received a 2.0L four-cylinder engine. The 2.0L was rated at 140 hp (104 kW) at the crankshaft (the car's manual specifies 102 kW (137 hp) at the flywheel).
2001 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
- Power train problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2001 Hyundai Tiburon vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2001 Hyundai Tiburon
The NHTSA has received 36 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2001 Hyundai Tiburon vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-27
- VIN: KMHJG25F61U
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE WHILE DRIVING. THE NOISE LEVEL INCREASED. THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A CRACK IN THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE ACCELERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED IN 2010 UNDER AN UNKNOWN RECALL. THE MECHANIC INSPECTED THE EXHAUST SYSTEM HOWEVER, THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS NOT REPLACED. THE CONTACT CALLED JENKINS HYUNDAI OF OCALA (1602 SW COLLEGE ROAD, OCALA, FL 34471, (352) 815-2533) AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS WHERE THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS INSPECTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND DECLINED TO OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 77,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-17
- VIN: KMHJG25FX1U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING UNRELATED SERVICE TO THE VEHICLE BY A LOCAL MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC DISCOVERED RUST ON THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE SUB FRAME. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THE CONTACT DID NOT HAVE THE SUB FRAME REPLACED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 120,000.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-01
- VIN: KMHJG35F51U
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS HAVE MALFUNCTIONED SINCE SHE WAS UNABLE TO RETRACT THEM. IT TOOK HER APPROXIMATELY TWO TO THREE ATTEMPTS BEFORE SHE COULD FULLY EXTEND THE SEAT BELTS IN ORDER TO SECURELY CLOSE THE LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR WAS THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000. UPDATED 3/21/11 *CN THE CONSUMER DISCOVERED A RECALL WAS ISSUED FOR THE EXACT PROBLEM SHE EXPERIENCED. HOWEVER, HER VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. UPDATED 06/03/11
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-03
- VIN: KMHJG35F91U
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A ROTTEN/RUSTED CROSS MEMBER *TGW THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A CALL FROM A HYUNDAI REPRESENTATIVE AND WAS INFORMED THE CLAIM WOULD NOT BE ADDRESSED. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-12
- VIN: KMHJG25FX1U
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT BELT THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BELT WOULD NOT RETRACT AND ALLOW THE SEAT BELT TO BECOME LOOSE. THE SEAT BELT FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THERE WERE NO PRIOR WARNINGS. THE CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 55000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 104000.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-10-07
- VIN: KMHJG25F81U
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: SEAT BELTS DO NOT EXTEND PROPERLY ON MY 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. I CONTACTED HYUNDAI AND MY LOCAL SERVICE CENTER AND THEY SAID MY VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE EXISTING RECALL THAT WAS ISSUED IN 2001 DESPITE THIS VEHICLE HAVING THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM AS DESCRIBED IN THE RECALL # 01V345000. THE SEATBELTS SNAG AND WILL NOT EXTEND OUT PROPERLY TO BE USED. IT CATCHES IN THE GUIDE RING AND YOU HAVE TO GET OUT TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-12-23
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON THEN 3 MILES DOWN THE ROAD THE CAR DIED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.. MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER DIED... THEN IN NOVEMEBER OF 2006 REPLACED CONVERTER ONCE AGAIN, THEN APRIL OF 2007 REPLACED CONVERTER AGAIN, REPLACE 4 O2 SENSORS THEN MARCH 2008 REPLACED CONVERTER 2 O2 SENSORS AND A FRONT AXLE.*TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-22
- VIN: KMHJG25F71U
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE DRIVER & PASSENGER SEATBELTS JAM IN THE BELT D-RING ALL THE TIME. RECALL 01-01-006 DOES NOT COVER MY VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE HAS THIS PROBLEM. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-28
- VIN: KMHJG25F01U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AS THE ORIGINAL OWNER, I HAVE 4 TRANSMISSION REPAIRS FOR MY HYUNDAI TIBURON: 05/28/04 JIM BURKE HYUNDAI SERVICE INVOICE COMMENTS: ?CUSTOMER STATES TRANSAXLE WILL NOT SHIFT ? STAYS IN 3RD GEAR ? STATES HAS BEEN ADVISED NEEDS TCM REPLACED ? CHECK TRANSAXLE OPERATION AND CONTACT TECHLINE ? CHECK WITH A/T TESTER ? NOT GOING INTO GEAR ? R&R AND REPLACE TRANSAXLE WITH REMAN UNIT AND FLUSH COOLER.? THE TRANSMISSION STAYED IN 3RD GEAR. HYUNDAI REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION. 10/01/2004 THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED AGAIN. I HAVE AN INVOICE THAT STATES THE *?LOCKING CLIP OFF OF RIGHT DRIVE AXLE ALLOWING FLUID TO LEAK OUT OF AXLE SEAL ? ORDERED LOCKING CLIP ? FILLED TRANSAXLE TO CORRECT LEVEL ? ADVISED CUSTOMER OF LEAK ? CUSTOMER TO BRING VEHICLE BACK FOR CLIP REPLACEMENT.? *THIS INDICATES THE CLIP WAS LEFT OFF THE LAST TIME THE TRANSMISSION WAS SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP ON 05/28/04, WHICH SUGGESTING NEGLIGENCE. 10/4/04 THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS WERE TAKEN FROM THE INVOICE: ?CUSTOMER STATES TRANSAXLE IS SLIPPING ? LEAKING FOUND AXLE CLIP MISSING ALLOWING AXLE TO MOVE AND FLUID TO LEAK. R&R RIGHT AXLE AND REPLACE RETAINER CLIP? 10/18/05 THE FOLLOWING COMMENTS WERE TAKEN FROM THE INVOICE: ?CUSTOMER STATE TRANSAXLE LURCHES OR STICKS WHILE DRIVING ? PERFORM SCAN TEST ? CODE P0734 ? 4TH GEAR ERROR ? ROAD TEST VEHICLE ? CODE RESET ? CONTACT TECH LINE ? CASE #205359 R&R REPLACE TRANSAXLE WITH REMAN UNIT AND FLUSH COOLER? BECAUSE THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME I HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION RECENTLY, I ASKED THE DEALERSHIP FOR A NEW TRANSMISSION INSTEAD OF A MANUFACTURED ONE. THE DEALERSHIP WOULD ONLY GIVE ME A MANUFACTURED ONE. 03/28/08 INVOICE COMMENTS: ?AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUSH AND REPLACE FLUID? THERE ARE NO SERVICE COMMENTS REGARDING A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. THE SERVICE COST ME $191.12. 04/10/08 INVOICE COMMENTS: ?CUSTOMER STATES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON ? WAS ADVISED HAS CODES P0734 AND P1624 ? PERFORM SCAN. *TR
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-18
- VIN: KMHJG25F61U
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNDER RECALL # 01V345000 (SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING). THE HYUNDAI MANUFACTURER AND THE DEALER ARE NOT HONORING THE RECALL. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 82,000 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-04-25
- VIN: KMHJG35F11U
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR STARTED MAKING LOUD TAPPING NOISE, ABOUT 3 DAYS LATER IT STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS ACCELERATING. I HAD A FRIEND THAT WORKS ON CARS LOOK AT IT AND HE SAID IT WAS VALVE TAPPING COMING FROM THE ENGINE. HE USED SOME OIL TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM TEMPORARILY BUT SAID PROBLEM WILL CONTINUE UNTIL ENGINE IS MOST LIKELY REPLACED?!?! I HAD TO HAVE THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED IN 2003 AFTER BEING TOLD FOR SEVERAL MONTHS THAT IT WAS JUST MY AIR CONDITIONER! IT IS PROBLEM AFTER PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR AND TO TOP IT ALL OFF I HAVE NEVER RECEIVED ANY RECALL INFORMATION ON THIS CAR WITH THE EXCLUSION OF THE SEATBELT RECALL, WHAT KIND OF COMPANY DID I BUY A CAR FROM? *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-05-08
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: ALL 4 WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED AT APPROX. 40,000 MILES. DEALER WOULD NOT COVER. I NOW HAVE APPROX. 72,000 MILES AND HAVE REPLACED ALL 4 BEARING AGAIN PLUS 1 FRONT AND 1 REAR A THIRD TIME. TOTAL OF 14 BEARINGS INCLUDING THE ORIGINAL. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,WHEELS,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-08-26
- VIN: KMHJG25F01U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,WHEELS,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: WHEEL BEARING, CALIPER AND BRAKE LINE FAILURE. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-30
- VIN: KMHJG35FX1U
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CLUTCH IS GOING OUT, 5 SPEED TRANSMISSIONS IS ALSO GOING TO IT WOULD STILL BE UNDER WARRANTY FROM WHEN IT WAS FIRST BOUGHT. *NM
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-30
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG35F31U
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND SLID INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE FRONT END WAS EXTENSIVELY DAMAGED. NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. TWO OF THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS WERE INJURED. THERE WAS A POLICE REPORT FILED. THE POLICE AND THE MANUFACTURER DETERMINED THE AIR BAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AT SPEEDS OF 5 MPH OR GREATER.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-18
- VIN: ~261587
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: 2001 TIBURON HAS HAD REPEATED (6) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURES. FIRST FAILURE OCCURRED AFTER ONLY 1700 MILES AND HAS CONTINUED TO FAIL PERIODICALLY. DEALERS WILL ONLY GO SO FAR AS TO REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION BUT HAVE NEVER TRIED TO FIND WHY THEY ARE FAILING. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS TO BE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND TO LOSE YOUR TRANSMISSION VERY SUDDENLY. IT HAS GOTTEN SO THAT IF I EVEN SUSPECT A PRBLEM I GARAGE THE CAR UNTIL I CAN GET IT INTO A DEALER TO BE EXAMINED.
PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-23
- VIN: KMHJG25F41U
- Components: PARKING BRAKE
- Summary: EVERYTIME I USE MY EMERGENCY BRAKE IT FREEZES. I HAD IT TOWED INTO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP & THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE PROBLEM WASN'T HAPPENING WHILE IN THEIR POSSESSION. SO, I LEFT MY CAR AT THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT A REGIONAL MANAGER WOULD HAVE TO APPROVE MY REPAIR BECAUSE THEY DIDN'T KNOW WHAT EXACTLY WAS CAUSING MY PROBLEM. I PICKED UP MY CAR 5 DAYS LATER WITH NO REPAIRS BEING MADE AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTING. MY LAST CONVERSATION WITH THE SERVICE MANAGER, I WAS TOLD THAT THE REGIONAL MANAGER STILL HAS YET TO RESPOND TO MY PROBLEM. SO NOW I AM STUCK WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION CAR THAT I CANNOT USE THE EMERGENCY BREAK FOR WHEN I NEED IT BECAUSE OF THE WINTER WEATHER. *NM
AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-02
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25F61U
- Components: AIR BAGS,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: I WAS A PASSENGER IN MY TIBURON AND MY WIFE WAS DRIVING. WE WERE TRAVELING ON OKLAHOMA HIGHWAY 59 AND SPEED LIMIT WAS 65 MPH. A FRONTAL COLLISION WITH THE REAR OF AN EXTREMELY LARGE FARM TRACTOR AT A SPEED ESTIMATED BY THE INVESTIGATING STATE POLICEMAN AT 25-30 MPH. WE WERE BOTH WEARING OUR SEATBELTS,HOWEVER I MADE CONTACT WITH THE WINDSHIELD AND THE DASH OF THE CAR. NEITHER THE DRIVER NOR THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE DAMAGE IS ESTIMATED AT 10,500.00, WITH EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE FENDER, HOOD ,WINDSHIELD DAMAGE, BATTERY , HORN, BRAKE COMPONENTS, FRONT SUSPENSION GRILLE, FRONT BUMPER, HEADLAMPS, RADIATOR,A/C AND HEATER. WE WERE BOTH INJURED AND WERE SEEN AT OUR LOCAL ER. ALL THIS AND NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT NEEDS TO BE INVESTIGATED. *AK
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-08-02
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25F61U
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A TRACTOR FROM THE REAR, AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT KEEP THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER IN POSITION, THROWING THEM FORWARD. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-05
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KMHJG25FX1U
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Summary: FIRE STARTED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. FRONT OF VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. FIRE DEPARTMENT SAID CAUSE WAS A FUEL LEAK. CAR HAD REG. MAINTANCE AND NO ACCIDENTS.*AK
VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-15
- VIN: KMHJG35F31V
- Components: VISIBILITY,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: RADIO NOT WORKING AT ALL 3X HAVE HAD REPLACED BEGINNING 1 MONTH AFTER PURCHASE AND LAST DATE WAS DEC 2002/DRIVERS SIDE POWER WINDOW STICKING/PASSENGER SIDE WIPER NOT WORKING/LEATHER INTERIOR PEELING/FUSE BOX HANGING FROM DASH/WIPERS MAKING DINGING SOUND EVERYTIME THE CROSS WINDOW/SQUISHING SOUND INSIDE OF STEERING COLUM/DOME LIGHT NOT WORKING/ I BELIEVE THERE IS A ELECTRICAL PROBLEM IN THE CAR BUT DEALER JUST KEEPS REPLACING RADIO AND FIXING WHAT EVER ELSE IS WRONG AT THAT TIME,CAR HAS BEEN IN SHOP 6 TIMES SINCE I PURCHASED IT NEW!! THIS CAUSES ME 2 DAYS EACH TIME WITH OUT A CAR,ONE TO CHECK IT AND ONE TO BRING BACK TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. I HAVE NOTIFIED MANUFACTURE AND THEY SUPPOSEDLY WILL HAVE A FACTORY REP CHECK THE CAR AND JOE HOLLAND CHEV IS SUPPOSE TO NOTIFY ME WHEN THEY ARE IN TOWN BUT I HAVE NOT HEARD A THING.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,TIRES,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-15
- VIN: KMHJG25F81U
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY,TIRES,EQUIPMENT,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY TIBURON SINCE I GOT THE CAR MOST OF THE THINGS HAVE BEEN COVERED BY WARRANTY. NOVEMBER 17 2001 THE CAR HAD 2486 MILES ON IT THE ALARM STARTED GOING OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I GOT IT TURNED OFF ABOUT 20 MINUTES LATER AND FOR THE NEXT TWO DAYS THE ALARM KEPT GOING OFF FOR NO REASON. NOV 20 I COULDN?T GET IT TO TURN OFF AT ALL SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE SAID A WIRE SHORTED OUT AND FIXED IT AT NO COST TO ME. IN DECEMBER OF 2002 THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR STARTED STICKING AND ONE DAY I CAME OUT OF WORK AND IT WOULDN?T OPEN AT ALL I TOOK IT IN TO THE DEALER THEY SAID THE DOOR WAS FALLING OFF AND THAT THEY REPLACED A LATCH AT NO COST TO ME. THE CAR WAS AT 17642 MILES AT THIS TIME. THE DAY BEFORE MY APPT FOR THE DOOR I WAS DRIVING AND ALL THE SUDDEN THE RADIO JUST WENT OFF AND WOULDN?T COME ON. THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE RADIO ALSO AT NO COST TO ME. JANUARY OF 03 WAS WHEN THE BIG PROBLEM STARTED WITH THE ENGINE THE CAR WOULDN?T START I HAD IT TOWED TO HYUNDAI THEY SAID THERE WAS CARBON BUILD UP ON THE ENGINE. THEY CLEANED IT AND GAVE IT BACK THEY DIDN?T FIND THE CAUSE AND DIDN?T EXPLAIN ANYTHING ELSE TO ME. BUT AT THAT TIME THE CAR ONLY HAD 18704 MILES ON IT. SINCE THEN THE CAR HAS HAD PROBLEMS STARTING I?VE TAKEN IT BACK TO THE DEALER A FEW TIMES THE CAR DIED ON THE ROAD AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON I HAD IT TOWED IN THEY SAID IT WAS JUST THE SPARK PLUGS BATTERY WAS FINE AND THAT THE CAR WAS DUE FOR A TUNE UP WHICH COST ME $282.12 THE CAR WAS AT 27666 MILES THEY ALSO REPLACED THE OXYGEN SENSOR THAT DAY {11/9/03} AT NO COST TO ME. I GOT THE CAR BACK {28909 MILES}. IT STILL WON?T RUN RIGHT AND HAD A HARD TIME STARTING. I TOOK THE CAR BACK ON 10/21/03. THEY SAID THAT THE BATTERY HAD A BAD CELL. I DIDN?T WANT TO PAY THEM FOR ANYTHING BUT THE TECH THERE SAID IF I DIDN?T THEY COULDN?T LOOK AT THE CAR ANYMORE UNTIL THEY RULED OUT THE BATTERY BEING THE PROBLEM SO I SPENT $58.37 ON A BATTERY.
VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-01-07
- VIN: KMHJG25F71U
- Components: VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: MY 2001 HYUNDAI IS A LEMON! EVERYTHING IS BREAKING OR HAS BEEN REPAIRED AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO STOP THIS INJUSTICE! CURRENTLY MY ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER, WINDSHIELD WIPERS, AND CRUISE CONTROL HAVE STOPPED WORKING. I HAVE ALREADY HAD THE HEADLIGHTS REPLACED TWICE. TIRES REPLACED. SPEAKERS IN THE CAR REPLACED. DOOR SENSORS REPLACED. SEATBELTS REPLACED. THE PAINT FINISH FAILED AND THE PAINT HAS CHIPPED OFF AND HYUNDAI REFUSES TO CORRECT PROBLEM. EVERY DAY I DRIVE THIS SOMETHING ELSE BREAKS. WHERE IS THE JUSTICE??? I COULD GO ON AND ON WITH PROBLEMS. I PRAY I NEVER GET IN AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE I AM SURE THE AIRBAGS WON'T WORK EITHER!*AK
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-11
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALL ELECTRICAL PARTS FAILED, AND TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTIONED. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-21
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: DEALER HAS CHANGE 3 TIMES THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING DUE TO A CORROSION PROBLEM. *AK
2001 Hyundai Tiburon recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2001 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 2001 Hyundai Tiburon car reviews
Positive 2001 Hyundai Tiburon car reviews
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I bought mine about 4 months ago and I must say that I'm not disappointed. Although it could use more ponies, and some of the interior trim is cheap, for the money it is an outstanding value. It's exceptionally fun to drive, has good gas mileage, and I received great service at the dealership. In my opinion, nothing else in the price class even comes close. I highly recommend getting the leather and rims, it's definitely worth it.
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Hi there! I wanted to share some information about my car with you. Back in 2001, I bought it brand new for 13,563.19. It's fully loaded with leather seats and a CD player. While it does rattle a bit, I expected that. I love racing it in SCCA SOLOII H Stock and it performs really well. With a few modifications, I think it could do even better! What's really impressive is that it weighs only 63lbs more than the Integra Type R. Even after attending many races and putting 22,000 miles on it, I still haven't had to replace the brake pads. Thanks for listening!
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I have a 2001 Hyundai Tiburon and I absolutely love it! It's definitely the cutest 'cheaper' car I've come across. Although, I wouldn't mind trading it for a Porsche Boxter or something similar... ;)
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My dad bought me a 2001 Tiburon in 2003. I thought it was so cute and there aren't that many on the road. It gave me a little trouble, but only because the person who had it before me didn't take good care of it! I wouldn't trade it for the most expensive car in the world.
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I think this car is actually quite decent. Although it can be hard to get into reverse at times, it seems to be a well-built car with the exception of the road noise. I would prefer a standard rear wiper for safety reasons. Overall, considering the price and warranty, it's a pretty good deal.
Additional sources
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common issues | Hyundai Tiburon Forums
Jun 27, 2008 ... (1) Fading paint on the gas cap and fender gills. Hyundai replaced them under the paint warranty. (2) Fading and scratched-out rear spoiler.
Q&A: Troubleshooting 2001 Hyundai Tiburon Engine Problems
Nov 29, 2012 ... Yes, the regulator can cause the misfire from low fuel pressure, the throttle body can be cleaned in place, just hold it open and spray brake ...
2001 Hyundai Tiburon - P0301,P0304, and P0300
May 27, 2018 ... I've used a car reader on my 2001 Hyundai Tiburon and it told me I had Misfires on Cylinder 1 and 4 plus a random/multiple misfire.
Common 2001 Hyundai Tiburon Problems - Q&A on Idle Issues
Apr 5, 2012 ... IDLE SPEED CONTROL (ISC) Actuator the idle speed control actuator is the double coil type and has two coils. The two coils are driven by ...
What's Wrong with the Hyundai Tiburon?
Dec 30, 2017 ... Worst Issues · clutch is slipping in the 2004 Tiburon. 7 complaints · clutch went out in the 2006 Tiburon. 4 complaints · clutch worn out in the ...
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Are you having problems with your 2001 Hyundai Tiburon?
Cesar Gibson 2024-09-11
The car exhibits a number of issues, including rattles and squeaks, subpar comfort, poor acceleration, and inadequate handling. Additionally, it appears to have difficulty maintaining traction over bumps.
Xavier Ryan 2024-08-15
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my car. It currently has 67,000 miles on it and unfortunately, I've been having some issues with it lately. Despite keeping up with all the scheduled maintenance, I've had to spend almost $2500 on repairs that weren't covered under warranty. I've been told that the clutch and power steering are also starting to wear out. This is actually my second Hyundai, but I must admit I'm a bit disappointed with the warranty coverage. The drive train warranty only covers internal engine and transmission parts, which I wasn't aware of when I purchased the car. Just wanted to give you a heads up! Thanks for listening.
Hillard Hyatt 2024-07-25
This car has been a disappointment since the day we drove it off the lot. Unfortunately, we have had to take it into the dealer multiple times to get it fixed, but the problem persists. As a result, we cannot recommend this car to anyone. If you are considering purchasing one, we suggest looking into other options. Thank you for your understanding.
Wayne Mills 2024-04-18
Overall, I like the way the car drives. However, I did notice a problem with the car a couple of days after driving it off the lot. It had an intermittent vibration and wobbling that was out of control. I also noticed that the car pulled to the left side. The most frustrating part of this experience was dealing with the dealership. Despite taking it in several times, they claimed that nothing was wrong with the car. I believe the issue was with the tires, which I had to replace myself since it was not covered. I also had to replace a few other parts. It was disappointing to have these problems with my new car, but I appreciate the opportunity to learn more about car maintenance and repair. Thank you for your understanding.
Ahmed Kessler 2024-01-25
This car has been a bit of a challenge for us. We've had some issues with squeaks and the headlights needing replacement after rain. We did have to replace the transmission at 80,000 miles, but thankfully it was covered under warranty. We've had to have it towed a few times, but we upgraded our towing miles through AAA just in case. Just wanted to give a heads up to any potential buyers out there.