general problems of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra

14 problems related to steering have been reported for the 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Hyundai Elantra based on all problems reported for the 2018 Elantra.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/20/2024

My car's steering wheel is making a weird rubbing noise after driving for a short time on wet roads. It sounds like rubber is being turned against something (ie not metallic-sounding) this occurs whether I am in park, drive, reverse, and occurs when turning the wheel in any direction. No warning lights turn on. Currently, it only occurs after driving on wet roads (it doesn't actually have to be actively raining; just for the roads to be pretty wet from a recent rain). My mechanic did hear it one time when I was able to drive over immediately after it rained, and said it sounded like it was coming from the area of the mdps, but, was later unable to duplicate it (the sound usually goes away after sitting for 2-3 hours). I've contacted the dealer because there are numerous tsbs out regarding the steering column; however, they said since they can't duplicate it, they will not repair it under warranty or as a courtesy (the jury is out as to whether it is covered under my drive-train warranty, but, as I said, since it's only a TSB, they won't cover it anyway at this point). I am concerned it will get worse and cause me to lose power steering/cause an accident.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2024

The bsd system keeps malfunctioning Hyundai to me that I should report it to yall because it should be recalled if just stops and also the brakes keep having a burning smell to them and the steering wheel when you turn left and right keep making loud popping noises those things should be recalled.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 11/28/2023

Absolutely no warning light indicator prior to slowing and making a turn into our food store parking lot. Just prior to turning the power steering failed. I was able to avoid a collision by using all my strength to turn steering wheel. (77 yrs old) while parked I displayed options and found reset to factory default option and clicked it. Power steering was restored. Dashboard eps warning light went on and cleared after default reset.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/30/2023

My right rear brake has a short in the wire. It goes on and off where I hit bumps in the road. I have tried replacing and nothing works. My car was broke into and steering column was busted. They person who broke into my car was able to put a usb port onto the ignition and start my car.

5 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/15/2023

Anti theft components and alarm did not activate during attempted theft.

6 Steering problem

Failure Date: 04/14/2023

I just started my drive and my car seems to have rebooted while I was driving. The whole ordeal only lasted a few seconds. Things I noticed: 1) the steering locked (guessing the electronic controls were down) 2) a few telltales were triggered and then the instrument cluster went blank 3) a the same time, the infotainment system went blank. Both the instrument cluster and the infotainment came back after a few seconds 4) the engine revved up a bit at some point this has never happened to me before. I suspect it may be because of a new build software that was flashed to fix a security issue with Hyundai cars but I'm not sure.

7 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/11/2022

While driving, the acceleration stopped working and loud clanging noises were heard in the engine. There were no warning lights, nothing. I was driving on a busy road and the lack of acceleration created a major safety hazard for me and the vehicles around me. I eventually pulled over and restarted the car. It happened three more times on the way home. I got the car to my local mechanic and he said that it was the engine and it needed to be replaced. He saw this many times before on this model and told me to bring it to the dealer. I had the car towed to the Hyundai dealer/service center in milford, connecticut. I am waiting for them to look at it. I know that this has happened to many others with a 2018 Elantra and I am very upset that the car failed.

8 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/27/2022

Steering wheel of my 2018 value edition Elantra periodically locks up and won't turn left or right. . And car has to be taken to a stop and turned on and off to reset it. The star bushing located in the bottom of the steering column has a known issue among many Elantra owners of being defective in Elantras.

9 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/04/2021

The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle regained full functionality. The contact stated that the power steering failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the steering column to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and told the contact that they would provide a 60% discount on the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

10 Steering problem

Failure Date: 09/01/2021

The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel occasionally failed to turn to the right or left and seized. While reversing, the steering wheel seized. After placing the vehicle in park and restarting, the vehicle worked as designed. The steering wheel warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where the system was reset. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

11 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/23/2020

Engineers shuts off while driving. When speeds at or over 65 in fwy steering wheel becomes unstable wheels start veers off road, have to hold tight grip onto steering wheel. When braking at sudden stops when brake the car skids. Very scary situations. Concern for my safety and safety of my children.

12 Steering problem

Failure Date: 08/21/2018

When on the highway, speeds of 70mph vehicle sways from left to right, hard to steer, seems worse when cement/pavement has lines in it.

13 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/29/2018

Was not given the opportunity to test drive on the highway upon purchase. When I took the vehicle home and got it up to highway speeds the vehicle floats, or sways left and right like its out of alignment. Hyundai has told me unfortunately that is just the way the vehicle rides, this is not acceptable because I feel that is a safety issue. If you add wind in the equation it is a constant fight the keep the vehicle straight or in its lane. Drove 650 miles plus to get this resolved and no resolution has been met. The vehicle seems to sway and float more on paved highways, black top is a little better but still the same. I was given a loaner Elantra same year and the same issue.

14 Steering problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2018

Tl-the contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contacted stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle will stall without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate intermittently when the contact depressed the gas pedal. The contact also stated that when they would turn the steering wheel left or right it would vibrate. The vehicle was taken to several dealers including 94-1299 ka ulka blvd, waipahu, hi 96797. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure but were unable to provide any further assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 3,400. Am.


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