2007 Hyundai Tiburon
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 58 |
| 2001 | 36 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 328 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2005 | 43 |
| 2006 | 64 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 19 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
29% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
19% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
This vehicle was in a hit-and-run accident on the highway. It hit the wall going 65mph and the airbags did not deploy causing me to have a spinal injury, bruised ribs, a cracked sternum, a concussion, and a fractured metatarsal.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230731
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AFTER ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20141118
I HIT A CEMENT BARRIER MY CAR FLIPPED I HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND HIT MY HEAD MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I ALREADY HAD THE AIRBAG FIXED ONCE IN THIS CAR. I WAS WEARING MY SEAT BELT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131118
12% of complaints: power train — 5 distinct reports on file.
7% of complaints: air bags — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY SON HAD A ACCIDENT IN A 2007 HYUNDAI TIBURON. HE HIT A POLE GOING APPROX. 40 MPH. HE BENT BOTH FRAME RAILS AND DID MAJOR FRONT END DAMAGE TO THE CAR. ON IMPACT HIS AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20081109
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HYUNDAI TIBURON. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT 7 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND AND STRUCK THE VEHICLE THAT WAS AT FAULT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080423
5% of complaints: tires — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2
Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall
Campaign 13V113000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Hyundai Tiburon — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V113000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.