Hyundai Tiburon, representative photo
Representative 2000 model. Photo: IFCAR, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain

Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2001 Hyundai Tiburon recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2001 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
1
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
36
Latest campaign
Nov 6, 2001

Recall summary by component1

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ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Seat belts1Nov 6, 2001

Safety recalls1

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0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Nov 6, 2001Latest campaign
Nov 6, 200101V345000

Seat belts: front webbing

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.

DetailsHide details for campaign 01V345000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 01V345000 · Nov 6, 2001
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component36

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
36Complaints filed
6Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
7Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Seat belts822100
Air bags822607
Power train719000
Service brakes514000
Hydraulic514000
Equipment514102
Structure38000
Engine and engine cooling38000
Suspension38000
Wheels38000
Visibility38000
Electrical system38000
Fuel system26010
Other26010
Tires26000

5 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Engine

    “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.”

    Filed 09/29/2020 · ODI 11361779
  • Structure

    “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.”

    Filed 10/22/2013 · ODI 10548919
  • Seat belts

    “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.”

    Filed 02/28/2011 · ODI 10384722

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2001 Hyundai Tiburon recall questions

How many recalls does the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon. The most recent, 01V345000 (reported November 6, 2001), concerns seat belts. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Hyundai Tiburon?

Seat belts is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 36 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2001 Hyundai Tiburon?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Hyundai recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Hyundai dealer.

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