1998 Hyundai Tiburon
Reliability, common problems, recalls and owner complaints
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon.
Recalls on the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon
Seat belts: webbing
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.
Source: NHTSA
What 30 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
1998 Hyundai Tiburon at a glance
- Trims
- BaseFX
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- Coupe
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon with NHTSA, most often about the power train. 1 recall campaign covers this model year.
Is the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon reliable?
Owners have filed 30 complaints about the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon with NHTSA, most often about the power train. 1 recall campaign covers this model year. How a specific car holds up depends on its engine, mileage and maintenance record.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 1998 Hyundai Tiburon?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 1998 Hyundai Tiburon listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.