2004 Hyundai Tiburon
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Owner complaints
82 complaints11 involved a crash7 injuries1 deaths
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Latest complaints
- Power train
Clutch recall, powertrain recall, master cylinder recall, slave cylinder recall. when driving my car after a week of purchasing the car I pushed the clutch pedal to the floor to shift, and the pedal did not come back up. after several attempts to bring it back up to shift it finally came back.…
Clutch recall, powertrain recall, master cylinder recall, slave cylinder recall. when driving my car after a week of purchasing the car I pushed the clutch pedal to the floor to shift, and the pedal did not come back up. after several attempts to bring it back up to shift it finally came back. When shifting again the car died instantly, and after the car was off I could shift to any gears. When turning the car back on in neutral the car turned on, but would not shift to first it would push itself forward and die. Trying to start the car in first would take off but you could only put it back to neutral. After taking it to several mechanics I changed the slave and master cylinder, and nothing happened. to my surprise the clutch and dual mass flywheel, clutch, shift fork was completely destroyed. This IS a common problem and they won't do anything about it.
- Air bags
My car turn on the air bag, all the time, I take to the dealer until the warranty was active, after the third year they said that this don't have no more warranty, the air bag light steel on all the time.
- Air bags
My wife was in a rear end accident at approximately 30 mph, air bags did not deploy, air bag light IS on. My wife got whiplash from the accident. Reading similar complaints, I'm almost glad the air bags did not deploy because her injury could have been worse. Hyundai needs to fix the issue with their air bags immediately.
- Power train · Steering
Steering will not stay in no more then 6 mouths and almost instead they go out .on alignments . it has been going on seens this car
- Power train
Tl-the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the vehicle failed to shift gears. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that that the clutch and fly wheel failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000. Djr
- Air bags · Seat belts
The airbag light came on and stayed on. seatbelts and airbags will not properly work or work at all when this light IS on. Why shouldn't the 2004 model be included in the safety recall since all other tiburon years except for 2004 were recalled? *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting › Turn signal › Switch
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the turn signal switch did not function when the left turn signal was turned on. the battery failed to function properly as long as the turn signal fuse was in the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the turn signal switch did not function when the left turn signal was turned on. the battery failed to function properly as long as the turn signal fuse was in the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the body control module needed replacing. there were no repairs completed on the vehicle. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage 122,000.
- Suspension
The lower control arm completely rusted through. Have pictures. Son driving car on our driveway and car started making noise and started pulling hard to the left. Drove back to house to inspect and lower control arm on drivers side had rusted apart allowing tire to be uncontrollable. Contacted…
The lower control arm completely rusted through. Have pictures. Son driving car on our driveway and car started making noise and started pulling hard to the left. Drove back to house to inspect and lower control arm on drivers side had rusted apart allowing tire to be uncontrollable. Contacted hyundai and they say there IS no problem. Several instances of this same problem on the internet, with many involving crashes. This IS a very serious issue and could cause serious injury or death if it happens at road speed. Lucky for us it was on our driveway. *tr
- Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. Additionally, there was a loud abnormal noise heard when driving at various…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. Additionally, there was a loud abnormal noise heard when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the serpentine belt was tightened yet the failure persisted. The vehicle was not further repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
- Air bags · Seat belts
Air bag light came on intermittently several times before remaining on; seatbelt and buckle on driver's side replaced. eight months later the same process occurred on the passenger side of the car. *js
- Fuel system, gasoline
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that when the fuel tank reached half full, the fuel gauge would display an inaccurate reading of empty. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. Five months later, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle. The dealer…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that when the fuel tank reached half full, the fuel gauge would display an inaccurate reading of empty. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. Five months later, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the vehicle. The dealer was notified and advised her to bring the vehicle in for diagnosis. The contact declined and stated that the failure was associated with nhtsa campaign number: 04v178000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted to determine if the vehicle was included in the recall campaign. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 99,000. updated 7/8/13 *cn
- Service brakes
This IS the third time I have had a brake line replaced because according to my mechanic, the poor design allows for the brake line to rub against the shock which eventually wears a hole through the brake line. I've had three separate incidents where my brake pedal has gone completely to the floor.…
This IS the third time I have had a brake line replaced because according to my mechanic, the poor design allows for the brake line to rub against the shock which eventually wears a hole through the brake line. I've had three separate incidents where my brake pedal has gone completely to the floor. I've had to use my emergency hand brake to keep me from crashing in each instance. I work in the quality field and truly understand defect in design over wear and tear. Brake lines shouldn't have to be replaced every year because of defective design. I am sure there have even serious accidents and perhaps I juries and fatalities because of this design. Again, I work in toy safety and quality and understand that although a product might comply with existing regulations, still be a hazard to a user. *tr
- Air bags · Seat belts
This make and model has defective seatbelt sensors. These seatbelt sensors are wired into the airbag system and in the event of a seatbelt sensor shorting out, the air bag light comes on and the car's air bags are disabled. This IS a very serious safety issue. *tr
- Latches/locks/linkages · Structure › Body
Interior power door locks do not function. Unable to unlock doors from inside car. Locks occupants in car!! *tr
- Electrical system
Hyundai know about an issue with their electrical system affecting the air conditioning on their tiburons, but have done nothing about it. It IS when you select higher speeds of a/c, the connector behind the dashboard heats up so much, it melts the connector and causes the a/c to fail. Hyundai…
Hyundai know about an issue with their electrical system affecting the air conditioning on their tiburons, but have done nothing about it. It IS when you select higher speeds of a/c, the connector behind the dashboard heats up so much, it melts the connector and causes the a/c to fail. Hyundai doesn't cover this under warranty or recall. They make me buy another switch. But the problem still exists, causing the replacement to fail as well. *tr
- Air bags
Air bag warning light came on - won't go off dealer replaced driver seat belt buckle asembly - light came back on at 70,000. *tr
- Air bags
I am almost scared to drive my tiburon. I have read many stories about airbags not deploying when the light had been showing. Both my tiburon, and my mother's sonata had the airbag light steadily on. I was able to fix hers by adjusting a few cords, mine to no avail. I have been told not to get it diagnosed because problem returns. *tr
- Electrical system · Steering · Visibility
Almost right after purchasing the vehicle, I started experiencing electrical problems. the alarm system would randomly go off and sometimes even lock the doors of the car on it's own. whether the car was running or not, windows open or shut, did not matter. later the windshield wiper motor…
Almost right after purchasing the vehicle, I started experiencing electrical problems. the alarm system would randomly go off and sometimes even lock the doors of the car on it's own. whether the car was running or not, windows open or shut, did not matter. later the windshield wiper motor burned out so only the fastest setting works and only when I hold the knob up for the one time wipe. the window motor went out on the passenger side as well. if you were to slam or hit the door, the window will roll down, but not back up unless you pull very hard on it to get it going. the power steering has also began to go out. there are times when it will not stop squealing while I turn the wheel and it IS almost pulsing so I can only turn the wheel in tiny increments at a time. the steering squeaks the most when the wheel IS turned all the way. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when a vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact. The air bags did not deploy and she sustained a concussion and whiplash. The police were called and a report was filed. The vehicle was then towed to an…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph when a vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact. The air bags did not deploy and she sustained a concussion and whiplash. The police were called and a report was filed. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where they deemed the vehicle as destroyed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was approximately 103,000.
- Exterior lighting
Right turn signal stays constantly glowing out of no where. Turned the left signal on and the right signal came on as well and stays on even when the car IS off. It doesn't blink it just stays glowing. I have read numerous reports from mechanics and other driver with the same vehicle that the relay…
Right turn signal stays constantly glowing out of no where. Turned the left signal on and the right signal came on as well and stays on even when the car IS off. It doesn't blink it just stays glowing. I have read numerous reports from mechanics and other driver with the same vehicle that the relay inside the bcm tends to go bad. If it were just a fluke and it was just mine that was bad I would cough up the money and replace it but if I find numerous people that have had the same problem then seems like hyundai has a faulty part and it needs to be fixed, and also funny how if you order the module on the circuit board that needs to be replaced the part number has changed because they have updated that module so they must have even found a problem with the module. Seems like a safety problem as it confuses drivers around me because my right turn signal IS constantly glowing then all the sudden left turn signal IS flashing. *tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting
I have a 2004 hyundai tiburon GT. While I was driving and switched it the right turn signal, it would not turn off. I pulled over and was unable to get it off. Even after shutting off the car and removing the key, the turn signal remained on. The only way to turn it off was to remove the bulbs…
I have a 2004 hyundai tiburon GT. While I was driving and switched it the right turn signal, it would not turn off. I pulled over and was unable to get it off. Even after shutting off the car and removing the key, the turn signal remained on. The only way to turn it off was to remove the bulbs front the front and rear headlights. I took the car to a hyundai dealership and said the body control module failed and needed to be replaced. The cost to replace was $1,280. Upon researching this issue online, it appears to be a common issue in 2003-2004 tiburons from hyundai. Hyundai would not cover the repair because the car was out of warranty. There IS nothing a consumer can do to "maintain" a body control module and hyundai should be held accountable for this safety issue. *tr
- Power train › Manual transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the clutch was slipping when he accelerated up to 3,000 rpms. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer more than once and the clutch was replaced but the failure continued. The manufacturer had not been notified. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.
- Air bags
Had air bag light fixed at dealership last year (2010). They said it was seat belt . Now it IS back on again , less than a year later. *Tr
- Electrical system · Exterior lighting · Latches/locks/linkages
My 2004 hyundai tiburon suffers from a long list of electrical problems. both power window motors have stopped working, my power trunk latch IS defective, the interior light switch doesn't work, and now the turn signal relay that IS part of the body control module has caused intermittent problems…
My 2004 hyundai tiburon suffers from a long list of electrical problems. both power window motors have stopped working, my power trunk latch IS defective, the interior light switch doesn't work, and now the turn signal relay that IS part of the body control module has caused intermittent problems with my left turn signal. Sometimes it stays on even after turning off the car. I'm worried I may be rear-ended because although my signal IS on, it sometimes does not flash properly due to the faulty bcm. research indicates these are very common issues with hyundai vehicles, and very expensive to repair. the bcm IS about $700 alone. the window motors are about $300 each. It IS ridiculous to pay $700 for a signal light. hyundai should be held accountable for shoddy engineering! *tr
- Power train › Manual transmission
Purchased a brand new 2004 hyundai tiburon GT and just had the fourth powertrain, clutch, flywheel, etc installed today due to 3 failures in 90,000 miles. The last one that was put in was in february 2010 and failed this time november 26, 2010, not even lasting a full year. Each time, I have been…
Purchased a brand new 2004 hyundai tiburon GT and just had the fourth powertrain, clutch, flywheel, etc installed today due to 3 failures in 90,000 miles. The last one that was put in was in february 2010 and failed this time november 26, 2010, not even lasting a full year. Each time, I have been given the run-around and no one has taken time to issue a recall or anything, even with the hundreds of similar complaints that have been filed already. I am almost out of my warranty and am scared that I will be out thousands of dollars when it fails again. Someone please help!!! Thank you! *Tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10251285This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated on the inner side of the wiper blade, which could lead to poor wiping performance and/or possible scratching of the windshield glass. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to properly remove the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all new wiper blades.
- 10247189This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.
- 10235566Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the PPF. These spots are the result of moisture trapped between the PPF and the paint.
- 10230904This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes or during normal driving operation.
- 10217258Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the lesser of 1.5% of GVWR or 100 pounds. If the total added weight exceeds the lesser of the limit, a label must be added to the driver-side B-pillar within 25mm (1 inch) of the original tire placard.
- 10217251Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.
- 10196546Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicles owners manual. Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions. Use of other DCT and IVT gear oil may result in reduced durability. Hyundai does not approve the use of any aftermarket ATF or gear oil additives.
- 10190044This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance Test inspection requirements to determine next required steps.
- 10190038This bulletin provides best practice recommendations when performing brake service procedures.
- 10189989This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10183963This bulletin describes the procedure to inspect and identify fluid which may appear around the brake caliper area.
- 10183960This bulletin provides tire vibration service procedures, including how to optimize vehicle vibration performance. For all wheel/tire balance claims, the Tire Balance Data Sheet must be fully completed including imbalance and Road Force Variation (RFV) data. The Data Sheet can be found at the end of this bulletin.
- 10178175This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to moisture accumulation in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. The TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lamp assembly replacement is NOT necessary in most cases. This condition can be eliminated by turning on the lamps with the engine running for several minutes, or during normal driving operation.
- 10176182This bulletin provides information on tire maintenance best practices and procedures for dealers and customers to maximize tire life and performance.
- 10176178This bulletin describes the general guidelines to help disinfect and protect vehicle exterior/interior surfaces using recommended safe chemical products.
- 10174808This bulletin provides information on identifying dealer stock vehicles with either: A Battery SOC alert - low Battery State of Charge (SOC) at or below 50%. A 30 Day alert - vehicle has not started and reported an SOC in 30 days.
- 10174807The automatic transmission warranty repair policy authorizes in-dealership repairs of the following components for both OEM (new) and remanufactured automatic transmissions:
- 10173546This bulletin describes the general guidelines to disinfect and protect vehicle interior surfaces using certain safe chemical products.
- 10172142This bulletin describes the requirements for all wheel alignment and/or vehicle tracking claims and best practices when diagnosing and conducting alignment-related repairs for all models and model years.
- 10170883This bulletin provides guidelines to inspect the USB, head unit, and multi-box for common connection conditions. 2. This bulletin presents guidelines to inspect for common Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection conditions. 3. This bulletin provides physical differences between the USB 2.0 port and USB 3.0 port.
- 10169370The Blind Spot Detection (BSD) or Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW) is a system that measures the speed of and distance from the following vehicles by using two magnetic wave radar sensors attached in the rear bumper. The BSD/BCW detects vehicles within the blind spot zone and gives off an alarm (visual and audible). The two magnetic radar sensors provide these functions for BSD/BCW: ? Senses other vehicles in the BSD/BCW zone and turns on the BSD/BCW warning lamp for the driver. The warning lamp starts blinking, along with an audible sound, when the driver turns on the turn signal lamp to enter the lane where another vehicle is driving.
- 10167253This bulletin provides instruction detailing the proper methodology for scanning and uploading captured GDS data files to the Techline Repository. Compliance with this bulletin ensures that the GDS data files are correctly transferred and matched with a Techline Case number.
- 10032908Hyundai: ata solenoid diagnostic trouble codes p0740, p0741, p0742, p0743, p0746, p0748, p0750, p0755, p0760, p0765, p0770. Incorrect operation of the transaxle solenoids may result in the following symptoms-check engine light illuminated; transaxle held in 3RD gear fail safe.
- 10030984Hyundai: automatic transaxle range switch diagnostic trouble codes p0705 (range switch signal problems), p0707 (range switch open circuit), and p0708 (range switch short circuit or multiple inputs). An improperly adjusted or improperly operating range switch may result in the above mentioned conditions. Malfunction indicator light (mil) illuminated; impossible engine start in p or n.
- 10020912Automatic transaxle diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) list.
- 10018734Reprograms are available for automatic transaxle driveability issues. Technet times. Hyundai.
- 10018184Automatic transaxle diagnostic trouble codes list.
- 10015876Four wheel alignment-ez cam xr camber angle adjusting bolts.
- 10015866Automatic transaxle diagnostic trouble codes list.
- 10014323Fd46xg poly alkylen glycol (pag) oil specifications for air conditioning component replacement.
- 10010303Ecm reprogramming for intermittent hesitation.
- 10009777Fd46xg pag oil specifications for air conditioning component replacement.
- 10008810Select cable adjustment procedure for 6-speed manual transaxle.
- 10008732Engine control module (ecm) reprogramming for diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0133/p0153 and check engine light illumination.
- 10007956Remote transmitter battery replacement.*mr
- 10006484Air bag wiring connector II01 change.
- 10006423Fuel pump replacement. Service campaign T13.
- 10004616Resistance values for idle speed control actuator (isca). Various models including the 2004 sonata.
- 100032592.7L V6 engine oxygen sensor change.
- 100032272.7L V6 engine oxygen sensor change.
Every Hyundai Tiburon model year
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