2004 BMW 330CI vs 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 BMW 330CI | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 82 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 43 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 19–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | BMW 330CI | Hyundai Tiburon |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 31 | 21 |
| Power Train | 9 | 39 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 8 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 13 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 1 |
| Structure | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 13 |
2004 BMW 330CI
2004 Hyundai Tiburon
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.