2008 Hyundai Tiburon recalls and problems
The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has 1 safety recall and 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Hyundai dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Hyundai Tiburon vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Hyundai Tiburon recalls
Recall 13V-113: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tucson, model year 2007-2010 Elantra, model year 2007-2011 Santa Fe, model year 2008-2009 Veracruz, model year 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, and model year 2011 Sonata vehicles. In September 2013, Hyundai informed the agency that it was adding more vehicles to this campaign, representing an additional 652,512 units. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 1,712,336. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake transmission shift interlock feature, preventing the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position and cause the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) malfunction light to illuminate.
Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of Park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.
2008 Hyundai Tiburon problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | |
| Seat Belts | 4 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 2 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
- Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
- Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 32,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Hyundai Tiburon complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Hyundai Tiburon years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon: 13V-113 (exterior lighting). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?
Owners report air bags problems most often (10 reports), followed by seat belts (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 32,000 miles.
Are Hyundai recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Hyundai dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.