2000 Hyundai Tiburon Base
KMHJG35F4YU217324
Vehicle history report for the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon Base (VIN KMHJG35F4YU217324). Blue. 267,190 mi reported. Registered in Ca. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
MPG & running costs
Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Full vehicle history report
What a full report checks for VIN KMHJG35F4YU217324
A full report searches national title databases (NMVTIS) and licensed history providers for this VIN and shows whatever records are on file — not every vehicle has every record type. The decode, safety recalls and owner complaints above are always free.
Safety recalls 1
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY THROUGH THE D-RING GUIDES MOUNTED ON THE BODY PILLARS AFT OF THE DOORS. IF THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY, THEY MAY TWIST IN THE D-RING GUIDES AND MAKE IT INCONVENIENT TO EXTEND AND RETRACT THE SEAT BELTS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOPPER OVER EACH FRONT SEAT BELT D-RING GUIDE TO ASSIST THE SEAT BELT TO SMOOTHLY EXTEND AND RETRACT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN
NHTSA Campaign #01V345000 · 06/11/2001We'll email you the moment a new safety recall is issued — no spam, unsubscribe any time.
Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 59
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon.
SEAT BELTS,EQUIPMENT,ENGINE
2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEAT BELT SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SEAT BELT WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. *JS
NHTSA ODI #11315314ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE. THE EXACT ORIGIN OF THE NOISE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000.
NHTSA ODI #11277165FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXTREMELY STRONG FUEL FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED FOR A MANUFACTURER RECALL AND PROVIDED NO SOLUTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A …
NHTSA ODI #10929456ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL FAILURES THAT PROGRESSED AND RECURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO REPLACED THE CHARCOAL CANISTERS TWICE AND THE FAILURE RECURRED IN WHICH THERE WERE STRONG FUMES THAT EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL BEARING W…
NHTSA ODI #10713426FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
I HAVE ISSUES WITH MY CAR AND THE GAS TANK, CHARCOAL CANISTER AND VALVES. I HAVE HAD TO PAY OVER 1,000.00 TO HAVE THESE FIXED TWICE. I HAVE BEEN GETTING VERY SICK DRIVING MY CAR AND DO NOT FEEL THAT IT IS SAFE TO DRIVE. THE FUMES COME INTO MY CAR AND ARE VERY HEAVY, ESPECIALLY IN THE HEAT. I AM VERY CONCERNED FOR MY HEALTH AND MY SAFETY AND HAVE ALMOST GONE …
NHTSA ODI #10713419FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
SINCE DAY ONE OF MY PURCHASE CAR TANK REFUSES TO FILL UP EVER 3 SECONDS GAS PUMP STOPS SPITTING OUT GAS. EST TIME TO FILL TANK IS 15-20 MINS. MY CAR HAS A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FOR LAST 2 MONTHS AUTO STORE TEST CAME UP GAS EVAP SYSTEM FAILURE. LAST 3 MONTHS STRONG ODOR OF GAS HAS BEEN COMING IN CAR WITH STONG GAS FUMES. CAR HAS BEEN SPENDING MORE GAS THAN NORMA…
NHTSA ODI #10579297FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
TRYING TO FILL UP GAS TANK, GAS PUMP TURNS OFF REPEATEDLY AFTER A GALLON OR SO. TAKES ABOUT 10 MINUTES TO FILL UP THE CAR. TRIED SEVERAL THINGS TO HELP, BUT NOTHING WORKS. PER ONLINE DISCUSSIONS, THIS HAS BEEN NOTED BY NUMEROUS OTHER TIBURON OWNERS. *TR
NHTSA ODI #10469917SEAT BELTS
2000 HYUNDAI TIBURON PROBLEMS WITH SEAT BELTS. BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELTS DO NOT FUNCTION AS THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO. THE BELTS GET STUCK IN THEIR HARNESSES AND YOU CAN'T PULL-OUT OR PUT IT BACK. YOU HAVE TO ADJUST THE HARNESS AND THE STUCK BELT TO BE ABLE TO GET IT TO WORK. THE CAR HAS ALREADY BEEN THROUGH ONE RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT THE REP…
NHTSA ODI #10414780+ 51 more complaints on record.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find out who owns this vehicle from the VIN?
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Is the VIN KMHJG35F4YU217324 valid?
KMHJG35F4YU217324 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in South Korea. It decodes to the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon.
Does the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon have any open safety recalls?
Yes — 1 open NHTSA safety recall is on record for the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon. Recall repairs are carried out free by any franchised dealer; see the recall details above.
What fuel economy does the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2000 Hyundai Tiburon at about 23 mpg combined (20 city / 29 highway).
Data last checked 18 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.