Model year guide

2006 Hyundai Tiburon

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 34 on record.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Hyundai Tiburon at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints64
Combined19–23 mpg
Typical price$3,085

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon recalls 1

Exterior Lighting:brake Lights:switch NHTSA Campaign #13V113000 · 01/04/2013

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 Tucson, model year 2…

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
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.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 2-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon MPG & running costs

Combined19–23 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,280

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.

What's a 2006 Hyundai Tiburon worth?

Low
$1,300
Typical price
$3,085
High
$4,500

From 34 comparable 2006 Hyundai Tiburon listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Hyundai Tiburon costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,400
Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,050
Total$18,450
Per mile$0.25

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 ($3,085) with the same model 5 model-years older ($1,017), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Hyundai Tiburon trims & engines on record

Trims
GS · GT · SE · GT Limited
Engines
2.7L · 2.0L

2006 Hyundai Tiburon vehicles on record

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Other Hyundai Tiburon model years

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2006 Hyundai Tiburon — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon?

Across all 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, tires.

What is the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Hyundai Tiburon get?

The 2006 Hyundai Tiburon has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (5 versions).

How much is a 2006 Hyundai Tiburon worth?

Comparable 2006 Hyundai Tiburon listings run roughly $1,300–$4,500, typically around $3,085 (from 34 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.