MYRModel Year Report

1994 Hyundai Excel

● Typical for this model
1994 Hyundai Excel
RENDERED 2026-11-01T14:46:40.682Z

This year's complaint volume is within 30% of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
36
Recalls
2

Campaigns on file for 1994

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Power train

25% of complaints

Complaints per year

1986: 13 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 88 complaints 1990: 39 complaints 1990 1991: 38 complaints 1992: 34 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1994: 36 complaints 1994 36 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 7 complaints
1986: 13 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 88 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 1991: 38 complaints 1991 1992: 34 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 36 complaints 1994 36 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 7 complaints 2001
1986: 13 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1987 1988: 50 complaints 1988 1989: 88 complaints 1989 1990: 39 complaints 1990 1991: 38 complaints 1991 1992: 34 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1993 1994: 36 complaints 1994 36 1995: 5 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 7 complaints 2001

1994: 36 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
198613
198713
198850
198988
199039
199138
199234
199320
199436
19955
19963
19972
19982
20017

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

25% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and axle shaft.

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Transmission failure.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-10-18

Engine and engine cooling

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

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1994 Hyundai Excel. Consumer writes in regards to misinformation concerning vehicle brakes and tire tread depth. *tgw the consumer stated one of the tires had a leak, the spark plugs, drive belts and wheel bearing needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2011-07-20

Seat belts

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing retractor and webbing.

CRASHINJURY
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Rear middle seat belt did not lock up upon impact, causing child in child safety seat not remain in place. Front passenger seat belt did not lock up, causing personal injury. Problem not solved as yet.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-08-06

Vehicle was impacted at 12:00 position, speed 40MPH, shoulder belt did not retract.

NHTSA ODI report, 1996-03-29

Seatbelt failed to hold during collision, causing injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-12-12

Electrical system

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing switch and wiring.

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Pulse generator jerking.

NHTSA ODI report, 1994-11-11

Service brakes

17% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Safety timeline

2 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. R
    1994-04-25Electrical system94V090000 In some vehicles, the manufacturer's protective internal coating of the electronic crank angle sensor does not meet specifications, which can cause an open circuit at high operating temperatures.…

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the crank angle sensor to determine whether the sensor is involved in the recall, and replace any sensor found with the defective internal coating.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  2. R
    1994-05-11Fuel system, gasoline93V192000 The vehicles failed the lateral moving barrier impact test requirements of FMVSS 301, "Fuel system integrity." The fuel leakage from the gas tank exceeded the maximum allowable amount of spillage.

    Remedy: Hyundai has developed an appropriate countermeasure that will comply with all requirements of FMVSS 301.

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  3. I
    1995-12-09Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-03-21 Scissor jack failure

Buy-smart checklist

1994 Hyundai Excel — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Seat belts: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 94V090000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 93V192000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1994 Hyundai Excel reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1994 Hyundai Excel is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1994 Hyundai Excel?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1994 Hyundai Excel have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.