Wheel Problems of Hyundai Tiburon

Hyundai Tiburon owners have reported 13 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel bolts (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Hyundai Tiburon

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel problems
7
Wheel Bolts problems
3
Wheel Rim problems
3

Recently reported Wheel problems of Hyundai Tiburon

The Wheel problem

Takata recall, couldn't see for a week. Was cut up on left side as was vision gone on left. Suffered and still suffering brain damage from airbag hitting me so hard. That car has ruined my life. I constantly shake from neck up on left side. I wish I would if died in the accident.   Read details...

The Wheel Bolts problem

While driving at highway speeds front right wheel detached from the vehicle. Driver was able to get the vehicle to the side of the road without incident. Driver found the tire fully inflated but the lugs nuts were completely gone.   Read details...

The Wheel Rim problem

Purchased brand new oct 2006 in this order. . . I know a few things are missing. Clutch master cylinder failure - couldn't get the car back in gear. Pulls to the right all the time even though it is in "perfect alignment" according to dealer.   Read details...




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