The most-reported Scoupe run is KMHVE22J0NU (1992 builds) with 3 complaints, 2.3× the typical run. Engine and engine cooling problems make up 25% of reports; 1992 is the worst model year at 1.5 complaints per run.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Hyundai Scoupe has 38 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 23% of every Scoupe complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMHVE22J0NU•••••• | 1992 | — | — | |
| KMHVE32J2MU•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| KMHVE32N0RU•••••• | 1994 | 1 | — | |
| KMHVE22J6MU•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| KMHVE22N5SU•••••• | 1995 | — | — | |
| KMHVE32N6RU•••••• | 1994 | 1 | — | |
| KMHVE32N8RU•••••• | 1994 | — | — | |
| KMHVE32N4RU•••••• | 1994 | 1 | — | |
| KMHVE22N1PU•••••• | 1993 | 1 | — | |
| KMHVE32J4MU•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| KMHVE22J9MU•••••• | 1991 | — | — | |
| KMHVE22J0MU•••••• | 1991 | — | — |
Each of the other 26 Scoupe runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Hyundai Scoupe the gap between build years is 1.4×: a 1992 car draws 1.5 complaints per run, a 1993 one 1.1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 | 4 | — | |
| 1994 | 18 | 14 | 4 | |
| 1993 | 9 | 8 | 1 | |
| 1992 | 6 | 4 | — | |
| 1991 | 10 | 8 | — |
Heaviest year here is 1992 at 1.5 complaints per run; lightest is 1993 at 1.1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 25% of everything Hyundai Scoupe owners report: Engine And Engine Cooling, 11 of 48 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | — | 1 | |
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Steering | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | |
| Seats | 1 | — |
The Scoupe against its rivals
The Scoupe draws 1.3 complaints per production run; the Volkswagen Corrado 1.9 and the Dodge Colt 1.2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Scoupe | 48 | 38 | 10.4% | |
| Volkswagen Corrado | 126 | 68 | 0.8% | |
| Dodge Colt | 205 | 171 | 3.9% |
How serious were they
Of the 48 reports on the Hyundai Scoupe, 10.4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Hyundai Scoupe | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 48 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 5 (10.4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 2 (4.2%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 2 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 79% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Hyundai Scoupe share of that is 48 complaints over 38 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Hyundai Scoupe VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 48 NHTSA complaints from 38 Scoupe runs and 0 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Scoupe production run has the most complaints?
KMHVE22J0NU, a 1992 build, with 3 complaints. The typical Scoupe run has 1.3.
Which Scoupe years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 1992 is heaviest at 1.5 complaints per run and 1993 lightest at 1.1.
Does the Scoupe get more complaints than the Volkswagen Corrado?
No: 1.3 complaints per production run for the Scoupe against 1.9 for the Volkswagen Corrado.
How many Scoupe complaints involve a crash?
10.4% of 48 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 2 involved a fire.
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