Table 1 shows eleven common steering related problems of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (85 problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (24 problems).
Power steering assist motor stopped working, leaving the car with hard manual steering. Dealer inspection confirms the issue across several year models, inclding my 2009. There were 2 other year models with the same issue in their shop with mine that day. One was 2018. One was a 2023. Read details...
When driving the vehicle the power steering suddenly turns and stays off until the car is turned off and is allowed to sit for a while (hour or more). This may put me in danger. It has happened a number of times. Read details...
While the vehicle was in motion the power steering failed. The eps light turned on and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The mechanic I took it to said the power steering motor failed and that the entire unit needs to be replaced. Read details...