Power Train Related Problems of the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission gear indicator (one problem).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon

The Automatic Transmission problem

I bought this car in March of 2002 and the transmission went 6 weeks later. The problem I was told was that there was a "shift flare" in my automatic transmission. I was sold the car with the remainder of the powertrain warranty and then Hyundai proceded to give me the run around for 4   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission Gear Indicator problem

Vehicle does not shift out of second gear, resulting in stalling. Consumer is concerned that the vehicle will stall in traffic which may cause a rear end collision.   Read details...

The Clutch problem

The clutch cannot be used properly due to design of floor mats. Makes the gears tight. Also, cover to fuel tank broke off when opened. The 1997 michelin x tires on front of vehicle broke off due to all lugs: nuts shearing off twice. Taking vehicle back to dealer.   Read details...


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