2003 Hyundai Tiburon airbags problems

Filed May 9, 2019 · Airbags · 30,000 miles · CA

The airbag in my car is on permanently. I researched the problem and found that there was a recall for this. It is caused by a wiring problem with the driver side seatbelt buckle under the seat.I was told that my VIN is not included in the recall. I replaced the seatbelt buckle and within a month the airbag light was back on.

Filed Jun 28, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · 84,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai tiburon. While driving various speeds, the air bag warning indicator remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the passenger side seat belt buckle failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was also taken to the folsom lake and roseville hyundai dealers where it was diagnosed that the front passenger side seat belt buckle failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer also informed the contact that the vehicle was out of warranty. The vehicle was not repaired due to the repair fees. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided case number: 9607148. The approximate failure mileage was 84,000.

Filed Aug 10, 2016 · Airbags, Seat belts · 109,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai tiburon. When the vehicle was started, the air bag and seat belt warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 02v290000 (seat belts) and 03v321000 (air bags). The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.

Filed Feb 10, 2016 · Airbags, Body · 170,000 miles · FL

Takata recall air bag light remains on door handles inside and outside constantly break off even after being replaced by factory parts leaving occupants trapped in car also replaced camshaft contoller cause wiring is melting. Contacted brandon hyundai dealer service dept they told me handles had been already replaced before and refused to repair also they lied and told me there were no further recalls for my vehicle but when I googled there are actually around 10 recalls for my vehicle and hyundai refuses to fix or even admit there is a recall..my control arms need replacing also.

Filed Aug 7, 2015 · Airbags, Seat belts · 79,961 miles · VA

Took vehicle to the dealer to check the air bag warning light. They said it was caused by the seat belt and wiring that needed to be replaced. After checking the recall information, there was a recall (056) under campaign number 02v290000. The dealer stated that the recall was not for my vehicle which was a 2003 hyundai tiburon. I called hyundai and spoke with their rep and she said the same even though the recall includes 2003 hyundai tiburons. This fix will cost me close to $400.00 just to pass inspection. Makes you wonder what was done on vehicles produced after march 2003 that was claimed to correct this issue, considering so many tiburons that were produced after this date are having the same issue. I currently own 3 hyundais, very disappointed as this car has only 79961 miles. Updated 09/15/15*lj

Filed Jun 25, 2015 · Airbags · 90,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai tiburon. While starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illumined. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Dec 16, 2014 · Airbags, Steering · 80,000 miles · MI · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2003 hyundai tiburon. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the contact swerved into another lane to avoid a crash but was unable to gain control of the steering wheel. As a result, the contact crashed into an embankment and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained chest injuries, a fractured nose, a fractured right foot, a torn ligament in the right foot, and bruises that required medical attention. The passenger sustained a cut on the lip that did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The VIN was unavailable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jul 2, 2014 · Airbags · 51,000 miles · OH

Noticed air bag light was on in my son's car when I drove over the weekend. Looked online found out there was a recall on 2003-2008 tibruons in regards to air bag/drivers side seat belt buckle safety issue. Called hyundai 1-800 to no avail took to columbia hyundai dealer today. They stated was driver side belt buckle which was making air bag light come on and wanted $397 to repair. I told them is safety issue already $14 million lawsuit against hyundai for same thing they told me to come get car. Called back hyundai service just a few minutes ago. They refused any help.

Filed May 15, 2014 · Airbags · 23,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the air bag warning sensor light illuminated indicating that the air bag system could malfunction if a crash occurred. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 03v321000(air bags). The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same defect listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 23,000.

Filed Mar 4, 2014 · Airbags, Seat belts · 8,000 miles · FL

I have never received any recall notices at my address, by phone email, not even face to face with the dealer when I took the car to the dealership. I stumbled across this by accident trying to find online how to fix my electronic key, that was friday, february, 28, 2014. From 2002 to now, no mail, except to extend my warranty. They could reach me then. The dealer never informed me or said anything about a recall on my airbags, light has been on for years, I was told the airbag was no big deal, seatbelt replacement, fuel tank, suspension, I got locked in the car and I couldn't get out, I never know if I will be able to get my car to unlock. It locks itself which is scary, I am florida and if I get locked in again, with no A/C I can die quickly, it is called barters syndrome so I am on disability, I cannot keep potassium in my body which in a car locked in I could easily die, I can the dealer didn't utter the work recall or anything close to the word. He gave me prices to fix all these problem on the link below he is giving me these prices like I have to fix these at my expense am supposed to fix these recalls. If I can't get help or guidance I just the car the until it does kill me., then my family will sue, will sue hyundai and anyone else. The neurosurgeon's at mayo clinic said if I have an accident I will either be dead or in a wheelchair. How do I find any one to help the car has on it at this time 3/4/14, 42,282 thousand miles. Http://www.automd.com/recall/hyundai_m/tiburon_mm/2003_y/.