| Issue ID | 636988 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10196831 |
| Manufacurer | HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | TIBURON |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 24/05/07 |
| Component | AIR BAGS |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2006 hyundai tiburon. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag deployed while the vehicle was parked. The passenger sustained bruises on his shoulder. The manufacturer inspected the vehicle, but could not determine the cause of failure. She stated that the manufacturer would not release the vehicle until she signed a release form. The current mileage is 15,700 and failure mileage was 15,600. The consumer stated hyundai hired an outside investigator to inspect the vehicle. The consumer stated hyundai will not repair the vehicle unless she signs a waiver stating that they are not liable and the vehicle is under warranty. The consumer provided copies of the disclaimer letter from hyundai. Updated 09/05/07 |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 15600 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | RIVERFALLS, WI |
| VIN pattern | KMHHM65DX6UXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 1 |
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| Date of purchase | 17/12/05 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
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| Dealer's name | WHITE BEAR LAKE SUPERSTORE |
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