2003-2008 Hyundai Tiburon: Reliability
Updated: 11/23/08
2008 Hyundai Tiburon
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- Price Range: $4,700 - $16,400
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Our reliability study for this generation Hyundai Tiburon includes details on average repair costs, manufacturer recalls, and everything you need to know to gauge the long-term reliability of this generation Hyundai Tiburon .
Trouble Spots
Consumer Guide's® Auto Editors have scoured repair bulletins and questioned mechanics to search
for commonly occurring problems for a particular vehicle. In some cases we also give possible manufacturer-suggested
solutions. In many instances these trouble spots are Technical Service Bulletins posted by the manufacturer,
however, we have our own expert looking at additional vehicle problems.
Automatic transmission:
Several problems with transmissions including harsh shifts, erratic shifts and dropping into failsafe mode have been traced to shorted wiring harnesses, and bad transmission control modules. (2003)
Fuel pump:
The engine may run poorly at high altitudes due to low fuel pump pressure and vehicles sold in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Nevada were being quietly outfitted with revised pumps. (2003-04)
Oil leak:
Oil leaks at the differential are repaired by replacing the oil seal with a redesigned part. (2003)
Rough idle:
When first started in hot weather, the 2.0L engine may hesitate or stumble around 4,000 rpm requiring reprogramming of the PCM (engine computer). (2003)
Sunroof/moonroof:
The sunroof may leak at the rear and water travels down the C-pillar where it can enter and short out the sound system amplifier. (2003)
Sunroof/moonroof:
The sunroof may fail on some early-build models requiring replacement of the motor and controller. (2003)
Transmission problems:
Transmission may engage harshly or be delayed when shifting out of park due to a faulty engine control module or powertrain control module. (2005-07)
Transmission problems:
Transmission may not work in regular mode, but may work fine in sport mode or vise versa due to problem in switch box. (2003)
Consumer Guide® Estimated Repair Costs
This table lists costs of likely repairs for comparison with other vehicles. The
dollar amount includes the cost of the part(s) and labor (based on $50 per hour) for the
typical repair without extras or add-ons. Like the pricing information, replacement
costs can vary widely depending on region. Expect charges at a new-car dealership
to be slightly higher.
| Item Name | Repair Cost |
| A/C Compressor | $465 |
| Alternator | $570 |
| Automatic Transmission or Transaxle | $3,230 |
| Brakes | $260 |
| Clutch, Pressure Plate, Bearing | $325 |
| Constant Velocity Joints | $670 |
| Exhaust System | $320 |
| Radiator | $510 |
| Shocks and/or Struts | $690 |
| Timing Chain or Belt | $260 |
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