2007 Hyundai Tiburon problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 42 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2007 Hyundai Tiburon has 42 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). The most-reported system is powertrain at 18 complaints, typically surfacing around 50,433 miles (~$2,500 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Tiburon | 43 | 0 |
| 2006 Tiburon | 64 | 0 |
| 2007 Tiburon (this page) | 42 | 0 |
| 2008 Tiburon | 19 | 0 |
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.
- No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
- Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Buying a used 2007 Hyundai Tiburon? Check these first
Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.
What to inspect on this specific car
- powertrain — 18 owner reports · tends to show around 50,433 mi · ~$2,500 to fix
- airbags — 12 owner reports · tends to show around 34,864 mi · ~$1,100 to fix
⚠ The one to take seriously: airbags is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 34,864 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.
Recalls to confirm are done
Run the VIN from the listing — no active recalls on this model right now, but confirm none were opened after this car was built.
Verdict for buyers: 8.2/10 model. The priciest documented failure is powertrain (~$2,500) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.
We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.
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A noise, a warning light, a repair quote, "should I buy this?" — get an answer grounded in this vehicle's actual NHTSA record, not generic advice.
Answers use this vehicle's NHTSA complaint & recall record — owner-reported and unverified, not a diagnosis. Verify anything safety-critical with a mechanic.
Top trouble spots 2 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I have a 2007 Hyundai tiburon and while I was driving the clutch simply failed. After luckily avoiding an accident I contacted Hyundai, who stated there was nothing they could do, then took it to a mechanic come to find out I now have to replace my master cylinder as well as…
Harmonic balancer shedded causing the camshaft to break stalling out while trying to enter a highway ramp.the car just stopped while partially on the highway and ramp to enter causing a close call from behind.a car was speeding up to enter the highway and had to lock up his…
I am the sole driver of a 2007 tiburon se. Two years ago, with only 25,685 miles on it, the car had clutch failure, was jerking when going into 1st gear, and not gliding when switching through the other gears. I took it to a dealership week and was told that they would have to…
Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy after another vehicle crashed head on into the contact's vehicle. No injuries were reported and a police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was driven to the…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon?
On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.2/10 — above the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What should I check before buying a used 2007 Hyundai Tiburon?
Inspect the powertrain first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 18 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 50,433 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.
Is the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon a good used car to buy?
It scores 8.2 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 42 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is powertrain. Typical failure occurs around 50,433 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Hyundai Tiburon?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 18 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 50,433 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 50,433 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Hyundai Tiburon has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Hyundai Tiburon?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 42 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.