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2003 HYUNDAI Tiburon FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE issues.

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #04V369000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO
What Happened
Your vehicle has a valve in the fuel tank that's supposed to close when the tank is tipped over. Unfortunately, this valve might not work properly, which could cause fuel to spill out.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle rolls over and the valve fails, fuel could spill out and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby, like an open flame or a spark.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will install an extra valve to make sure the fuel tank closes securely, and this repair is completely free.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY" A VALVE ON THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF A VEHICLE ROLLS OVER AND THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED, FUEL SPILLAGE MAY OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL SPILLAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI DE PUERTO RICO AT 1-800-981-0188.
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Critical #04V178000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Manufacturer
HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY
What Happened
The fuel tank assembly valve in your vehicle is a crucial part that helps prevent fuel leaks. In some models, this valve might not close tightly enough, which could lead to fuel spilling out.
Risk if Unfixed
If your vehicle rolls over and the valve fails to close properly, fuel could spill out and ignite, causing a fire.
Free Fix
Your Hyundai dealer will install an extra fuel tank assembly valve to ensure your valve closes securely, and this repair is free of charge. You should schedule it as soon as possible and contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151 for more information.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
SOME PASSENGER VEHICLES CONTAIN A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT MAY NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. IF A VEHICLE WITH A FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE THAT IS NOT PROPERLY CLOSED WERE TO ROLL OVER, FUEL SPILLAGE MAY OCCUR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL SPILLAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY VALVE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI AT 1-800-633-5151.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other HYUNDAI Tiburon 2003 Recalls

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
2 recalls
SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
SUSPENSION
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1 recall

Other HYUNDAI Tiburon Years

2008
1 recall
2007
1 recall
2006
1 recall
2005
1 recall
2002
4 recalls
2001
1 recall
2000
1 recall

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