2004 Hyundai Tiburon vs 2004 Subaru Impreza
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 Hyundai Tiburon | 2004 Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 82 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 43 | 199 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–23 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,000 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Tiburon | Subaru Impreza |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 39 | 9 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 24 |
| Suspension | 3 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 13 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2004 Hyundai Tiburon
2004 Subaru Impreza
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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.