1997 Hyundai Tiburon Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 14%of 36 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine cooling of the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon, 14% of the 36 complaints for this model year.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Engine head gasket malfunctioned and leaked fluid leaked, which may have resulted in a fire. Also problems with hood/door window /locks and handles, as well as headrest staying in one position. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #846629, filed 1999-09“When drivihg at highway speed vehicle is stalling and jerking and the consumer lost all power within the vehicle. Also, brakes went out, and the gas went out. Manufactureer can't determine the cause of the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #847877, filed 1999-09Related service bulletins
- 10190044Mar 30, 2021This bulletin provides the service procedure for engine connecting rod bearing clearance testing. Perform the procedure outlined in this bulletin to fulfill the Bearing Clearance…
- 10189989Mar 10, 2021This bulletin provides the inspection procedure and repair guidelines for certain vehicles listed below.
- 10016469Sep 1, 2003Oxygen sensors.
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
3 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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