Is the Hyundai Tiburon Reliable?
1997–2008 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Hyundai Tiburon Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 17 | — | — | 83 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 1 | 23 | 3 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 1 | 52 | 11 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2005 | 1 | 22 | 3 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 0 | 60 | 2 | 1 | 84 | Excellent |
| 2003 | 7 | 198 | 7 | 1 | 57 | Fair |
| 2002 | 4 | 1 | — | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2001 | 0 | 47 | 10 | — | 87 | Excellent |
| 2000 | 0 | 39 | 9 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 1999 | 2 | 26 | 3 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Tiburon Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Tiburon scores 14 points above the average sports — a strong result.
Known Hyundai Tiburon Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 485 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai Tiburon reliable?+
The Hyundai Tiburon scores 81/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 17 recall campaigns and 485 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Tiburon is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2002 Tiburon achieved the highest reliability score of 87/100 with 4 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Tiburon last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Hyundai Tiburon owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Tiburon will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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