1997 Hyundai Tiburon Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 8%of 36 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon, 8% of the 36 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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 1999-09Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
Other parts of the 1997 Hyundai Tiburon
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsBrakes
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 Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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