1997 Hyundai Tiburon

Introduction: The 1997 Hyundai Tiburon is a compact sports coupe with a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. It is available with a choice of two engines: a 1.8-liter inline-four or a 2.0-liter V6. The 1.8-liter engine produces 130 horsepower and 128 lb-ft of torque, while the 2.0-liter engine produces 140 horsepower and 133 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a five-speed manual transmission or a four-speed automatic transmission.

Engine 1.8-Liter Inline-Four

• Excessive Oil Consumption:
  • Description/Symptoms: The engine consumes excessive amounts of oil, leaving a blue smoke from the exhaust.
  • Solution: Replacing the piston rings or valve stem seals.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000+
• Timing Belt Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The timing belt breaks, causing the engine to stall.
  • Solution: Replacing the timing belt, tensioner, and water pump.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls:
• 97V113000: Crankshaft Bolt Recall

2.0-Liter V6

• Intake Manifold Gasket Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The intake manifold gasket leaks, causing a loss of power and increased emissions.
  • Solution: Replacing the intake manifold gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000
• Oil Pan Gasket Leak:
  • Description/Symptoms: The oil pan gasket leaks, causing a loss of oil.
  • Solution: Replacing the oil pan gasket.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500

Transmission Manual Transmission

• Grinding Noises:
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission makes grinding noises when shifting gears.
  • Solution: Replacing the synchronizers or bearings.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,500 Automatic Transmission
• Slipping Gears:
  • Description/Symptoms: The transmission slips out of gear while driving.
  • Solution: Replacing the transmission clutch packs.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,500 - $2,500+
• Torque Converter Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The torque converter fails, causing the transmission to shudder or slip.
  • Solution: Replacing the torque converter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500

Suspension

• Front Strut Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The front struts leak or break, affecting the ride quality and handling.
  • Solution: Replacing the front struts.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $400 - $800
• Rear Shock Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The rear shocks leak or become weak, affecting the ride quality and handling.
  • Solution: Replacing the rear shocks.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400

Electrical

• Alternator Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator fails, causing the battery to discharge and the vehicle to stall.
  • Solution: Replacing the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $500
• Starter Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The starter fails, preventing the engine from starting.
  • Solution: Replacing the starter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $150 - $300
• Fuel Pump Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The fuel pump fails, preventing the engine from receiving fuel.
  • Solution: Replacing the fuel pump.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400

Exterior

• Door Handle Failure:
  • Description/Symptoms: The door handle breaks or becomes loose, making it difficult to open the door.
  • Solution: Replacing the door handle.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $50 - $150

Interior

• Dashboard Crack:
  • Description/Symptoms: The dashboard develops cracks or warps.
  • Solution: Replacing the dashboard.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $1,500

Summary: The 1997 Hyundai Tiburon has several potential issues that owners should be aware of. Some of these issues, such as excessive oil consumption and timing belt failure, can be quite serious and expensive to repair. However, many of the issues are relatively minor and inexpensive to fix. Overall, the Tiburon is a reliable and enjoyable car to drive, but it is important to be aware of its potential problems before purchasing one.