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2008 Hyundai Tiburon

KMHHM65D88U272897

Vehicle record for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (VIN KMHHM65D88U272897). White, coupe, gasoline. Registered in Zaporizhzhia. 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year. Specifications, registration region and recall data.

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Should you buy it? Worth a look — but negotiate

Weighed from safety recalls, known problems and market price.

💵 A fair offer is around $4,840 (typical range $2,700–$7,300). Start a little below and leave room for anything the inspection turns up.

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🚨 Recalls on this VIN

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At a glance

LocationZaporizhzhia, UKRAINE
ColorWhite
Recall campaigns1

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Hyundai
Model
Tiburon
Year
2008
Body style
Coupe
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
2 L
Fuel type
Gasoline
Country of origin
South Korea

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2008 Hyundai Tiburon data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regionzaporizhzhia
Last operation date2021-09-22
Last operation315 - ПЕРЕРЕЄСТРАЦІЯ ТЗ НА НОВ. ВЛАСН. ПО ДОГОВОРУ УКЛАДЕНОМУ В ТСЦ
PurposeЗагальний
Engine cc1975
Own weight kg1320
Total weight kg1840

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

What's a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon worth?

What comparable 2008 Hyundai Tiburon vehicles are listed for — a quick gut-check before you negotiate.

Low
$2,700
Typical price
$4,840
High
$7,300

Most 2008 Hyundai Tiburon listings fall between $2,700 and $7,300, from 44 comparable cars.

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MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.

Combined19–23 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,240
FuelRegular
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
Transmission3 options
Passenger volume81 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,200 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 5 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Crash-test safety ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.

Side crash★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side barrier test — 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 2-DR. w/SABSide barrier test

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program, tested as the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,200
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,150
Total$19,350
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($4,840) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,706), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
173.2 in
Width
69.3 in
Height
52.4 in
Wheelbase
99.6 in
Curb weight
2,899–2,985 lb
Front track
59.4 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon — ranges cover the 3 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 31

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 31.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has identified the presence of substandard and dangerous driver’s-side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN). These inflators were not suppl…

Bulletin DTN DL · Air Bags · Apr 2026

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued an urgent safety advisory regarding dangerous, counterfeit driver‑side airbag inflators manufactured by Jilin Province Detiannuo Automobile Safety System Co., Ltd. (DTN), that have been iden…

Bulletin DTN DCS · Air Bags · Apr 2026

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 25-BD-012H TSB · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2025

This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly, there is a possibility of the rubber insert and rail spring becoming partially separated…

Bulletin 24-BD-001H · Visibility, Visibility/wiper · Feb 2024

This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

Bulletin 23-EM-005H · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2023

Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust, acid rain, and industrial fallout. In rare cases, the paint can become clouded under the…

Bulletin 23-BD-007H · Structure · Apr 2023

This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog lamp. This TSB illustrates the various causes of condensation inside the lamp assembly. Lam…

Bulletin 23-BD-002H · Visibility · Jan 2023

Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to inspect and clean or replace certain components of the engine intake system accordingly during engine short block or sub-assembly replacement.

Bulletin 22-EM-010H · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jul 2022

Effective June 2, 2008, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 (FMVSS 110) established a threshold for correcting load carrying capacity information indicated on tire placards when vehicle weight has been increased before retail sale. This limit is the less…

Bulletin 22-GI-006H · Tires · Jul 2022

Hyundai approves only the ATF, DCT gear oil and IVT gear oil specified in the vehicle’s owner’s manual.  Use of other ATF may result in improper shift quality or other drivability conditions.  Use of other DCT and IVT gear oil may result…

Bulletin 21-AT-006H · Power Train · May 2021

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the TIBURON FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may fail and cause intermittent operation of the brake lights. Failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the switch.

Transport Canada #2013325 · Sep 2013

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Hyundai Tiburon

The Hyundai Tiburon, known in Europe as the Hyundai Coupé, is a front wheel drive sports coupe that was produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai from 1996 to 2008.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 1

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Accent, model year 2007-2011 Azera, Sonata and Sante Fe,2006-2011 Tucson, 2009-2011 Elantra Touring, 2007-2010 Elantra, 2008-2011 Veracruz, 2009-2011 Genesis, 2010-2011 Genesis Coupe, 2007-2008 Entourage, and 2006-2008 Tiburon vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Hyundai recalled 1,059,824 model year 2007-2009 Accent and Tuc…

Remedy: Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Hyundai at 1-800-633-5151. Hyundai's recall campaign number is 110.

NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · manufacturer #110 · 01/04/2013

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 21 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 2 involved a crash

Air Bags 10 reports

🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Seat Belts 4 reports

🔍 Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Service Brakes 2 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Electronic Stability Control (esc) 2 reports

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Steering 1 report

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

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Owner complaints 19

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.

AIR BAGS

air bags deployed for no reason while driving.

NHTSA ODI #11693583

STEERING,POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES

The contact owns 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the hydraulic clutch was depressed and ceased in the depressed position. The contact was able to switch lanes and pulled the vehicle into a parking lot. The vehicle was restarted however, the failure persisted. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who insp…

NHTSA ODI #11427063

AIR BAGS

WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR FROM A DEALERSHIP ITS ALSO HAD AN AIRBAG LIGHT ON

NHTSA ODI #11375725

AIR BAGS

AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND NO ONE CAN FIX THE ISSUE BUT THE DEALER WANTED TO KNOW IF THIS YEAR HAVE A RECALL FOR AIR BAGS

NHTSA ODI #11318134

AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS

AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. ERROR CODE LEADS TO PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT ISSUE. DEALER JUST RESET COMPUTER AND LIGHT CAME BACK ON. KNOWN CAMPAIGN #094 ON THIS BUT DOESN'T APPLY TO THIS VIN. UNKNOWN IF AIRBAG WILL ACTUALLY DEPLOY IN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. LIGHT IS ON AND DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE $350 FOR THE PART ALONE (SEAT BELT LATCH)

NHTSA ODI #11207617

SEAT BELTS,SEATS

STARTED NOTICING THE ISSUE IN MID MAY 2016. I DON'T USUALLY MOVE MY SEAT FROM THE ORIGINAL POSITION OF COMFORT BUT DRIVER SEAT HAS SHIFTED INADVERTENTLY SLIDING FORWARD OR BACK WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING (15 - 50MPH). ALONG WITH THE SEAT BELT ON OCCASION UNBUCKLED WHILE MOVING SOMETIMES IN CONJUNCTION WITH SEAT MOVEMENT, OTHER TIMES ALONE. THIS HAS HAPPEN…

NHTSA ODI #10909536

VISIBILITY

MY SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I AM UNABLE TO ATTACH A PHOTO TO THIS FORM FOR SOME REASON BUT DO HAVE THEM AND CAN EMAIL.... UPDATED 08/23/16 *BF *TR

NHTSA ODI #10897331

AIR BAGS

AIRBAG LIGHT CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. I'VE BEEN THE ONLY OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE NEW (8 YEARS) AND IT STARTED SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASE. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES REGARDING AIRBAG LIGHT AND THEY DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND IT DISAPPEARS FOR A WHILE. I'VE NEVER BEEN IN A CRASH SO HAVE NO IDEA IF THIS LIGHT INDICATES THE AIRBAGS WILL DEPL…

NHTSA ODI #10896882

+ 11 more complaints on record.

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Is the VIN KMHHM65D88U272897 valid?

KMHHM65D88U272897 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 2008 Hyundai Tiburon.

Are there safety recalls on the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What is a fair price for a 2008 Hyundai Tiburon?

Comparable 2008 Hyundai Tiburon listings run roughly $2,700–$7,300, typically around $4,840 (from 44 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.

What is the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon crash-test ratings of side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What fuel economy does the 2008 Hyundai Tiburon get?

The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

Recall data checked 21 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.