MYRModel Year Report

1997 Hyundai Excel

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1997 Hyundai Excel
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:03:11.764Z

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Hyundai Excel Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1986: 13 complaints 1986 1987: 13 complaints 1988: 43 complaints 1988 1989: 68 complaints 1990: 38 complaints 1990 1991: 38 complaints 1992: 34 complaints 1992 1993: 20 complaints 1994: 33 complaints 1994 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 3 complaints 1996 1997: 2 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1998 2001: 7 complaints 2001
1997: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
198613
198713
198843
198968
199038
199138
199234
199320
199433
19955
19963
19972
19982
20017

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

VISIBILITY

1 of 2 total reports mentions: visibility.

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SUN ROOF LEAKED AND WAS REPAIRED UNSUCCESSFULLY 3 TIMES BY MISSOULA HYUNDAI.DEALER FINALLY TOOK SUN ROOF OFF AND REPLACED SEAL. WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY THE ROOF CAME COMPLETELY OFF AND FLEW OFF. FORTUNATELY IT DIDN'T HIT ANOTHER CAR!!

NHTSA ODI report, 19990508

AIR BAGS

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

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WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A LARGE PUDDLE IN THE ROAD WAY, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT FLICKERED AND STAYED ON.

NHTSA ODI report, 19980820

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Hyundai Excel — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

● 1994 ● 1992 ● 1991

WORST YEARS

◆ 1989 ● 1988 ● 1990

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FAQ

Is the 1997 Hyundai Excel reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Hyundai Excel?

The most-reported component is visibility:sun/moon roof assembly, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Hyundai Excel have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.