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1998 Hyundai Excel problems

The most common problem on the 1998 Hyundai Excel is engine and cooling. It has fewer complaints than a typical Excel model year.

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Owner complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
18
Worst area
Engine

The worst 1998 Hyundai Excel problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1

Problems by type

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  • Engine
    1
  • Tires
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Hyundai Excel 18

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 1998 Hyundai Excel owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 28, 2002 · Tires · FL

Consumer states her front right tire was making a noise and when she checked she noticed that the tire had separated. The tire size is a p175r 70 r13. Ts

Filed Oct 9, 2002 · Engine · FL

Vehicle fire. Problem with the catalytic converter system. Please provide further information. Mr

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Questions about the 1998 Hyundai Excel

Is the 1998 Hyundai Excel reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Hyundai Excel, fewer than a typical Excel model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1998 Hyundai Excel?

Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is tires (1).

How many recalls does the 1998 Hyundai Excel have?

No recalls on record.

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