Steering Problems of Hyundai Kona

My 2020 Hyundai Kona (VIN: km8k62aa3lu561277) has a persistent engine stalling safety defect that matches recall 203 (22-01-042h, NHTSA campaign 21v301000 – nu 2. 0l atkinson engine inspection and replacement). The recall addresses improperly heat-treated piston oil rings causing cylinder bore scuffing, accelerated oil consumption, abnormal knocking, and potential engine stall while driving (increasing crash/fire risk). I first brought the vehicle to corona Hyundai for repeated stalling while driving. They performed the recall vibration inspection and software update (campaign 974), stated the test passed, and declared the vehicle "fixed", safe and "good-to-go" immediately after pickup, the stalling returned worse: approximately 60-80 miles later on I-5 near the leucadia exit (four-lane high-speed highway), the engine completely stalled at 65 mph while merging for an exit. This caused vehicles and semi-trucks behind me to swerve dangerously and very nearly collide with me. The vehicle stalled four more times on the way to my destination in encinitas. I then took it to the nearest dealer, carlsbad Hyundai for safety reasons. They performed the vibration inspection again, which also "passed," yet the real-world symptoms would continue unchanged: accelerated oil consumption (I monitor the dipstick and refill regularly), sputtering, knocking noises, and complete engine stalls (dozens of incidents, especially on local roads and turns). The vehicle remains undrivable due to imminent stall risk while moving and putting myself, my passengers and other commuters at high risk of severe injury or death. Both dealers and Hyundai customer care (case #42349744) have refused further action, stating the vibration test passed, they cannot duplicate the concern, and no additional claim can be submitted for engine replacement. Hyundai's TSB 22-01-042h requires only the vibration inspection; engine replacement is authorized if "no pass" – no separate oil consumption test or monitored drive.

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While at a light, the auto stop/start kicked on but when it was time to start driving again and I pressed the gas pedal, the car would not move. There was a long beep and then the check battery icon and an alert came on my dash board stating “auto stop is off. Shift to p or n and start engine manually. ” when I turned off the ignition and restarted the car, the alert went off but two additional icons showed up on my dash board- check engine and check oil. Then my steering wheel locked up and I could not press on the breaks or gas pedal. I could not operate my car for more than 30 minutes.

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My family got in a accident on this recall of loss of power on the high way making the car crash into a wall. . . 8/16/25 3:06 pm in duval county jacksonville,FL something needs to be done about this my kids have gotten hurt.

The car loss power and shut completely off and ran into the wall with my sister and my child in there on the interstate can I please get help about this matter it could've been worse where I could've lost them forever. I don't want this to happen to nobody else they cars know about these malfunctions and still but these cars on the market for accidents to happen. Please something needs to be done about this.

At a stop sign, or red light, car bucks, then accelerates. Steering column is making noise. Took car to dealership. . Stated they can't look at my car until October 31st, 2023! my car only has 16k miles. If this is a dangerous issue, especially the steering colum noise (possibly a bearing issue or rack and pinion problem). . Why am I having to wait until October??.

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Car pulls to the right since I had it. . The dealer did a alignment twice already but it still pulls to the right. . They did a alignment at around 5000 miles and again at 8000 miles but it still does it.

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I was hearing a weird sound when turning the steering wheel and it reminded me of the same noise that happened before in March 2020 when the column and housing (part number 56390-39000)as well as bolt-safety lock (part number 81919-31000) were replaced at boulder Hyundai (now called foundation). This was covered under warranty then as the mileage was 24,928. The notes say: customer states that there is a sound when turning the wheel. Technician confirmed customer complaint. Sound coming from steering wheel described as “growling”. Found TSB that states if sound is heard to remove and replace steering housing and assembly. Technician removed and replaced steering wheel column and assembly. Test drove to ensure proper operation. All is okay. When this happened again I told manly Hyundai, and the service advisor said it was the worm gear. However I still had to pay for a diagnosis and repair ($225. 09). If this is common, and there is a TSB, I’m very disappointed with what has happened (again I believe). The notes say: confirmed noise at steering column. Worm shaft bearing noise. Recommend replacing small bearing kit as per TSB 22-st-005h-1. Replaced worm shaft bearing as per previous diagnosis. Removed old component. Installed new bearing. Ok at this time. Noise gone. [part number ?56359-l1aaafff bearing kit, also has 84586. ] the Kona now has 84,580 + miles. I don’t know how serious the problem is but I knew the sound wasn’t right and I don’t want the steering to fail. I really don’t want this to happen again. Your attention to this is appreciated. Sincerely, linda a rigby.

Trying to pull off the free way to the right and it decided to go left in front of a truck. It likes to take control. Scary. I have not had the car even 2 months.

Accident due to recall.

Car has been pulling to the right since a week old. Dealer adjusted alignment and still doing it. Wheel is off center and more resistance going left than right.

The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, an unknown warning light flashed on and off intermittently. The contact looked in the owners manual and became aware of a failure of the electric steering system. The manual instructed that the vehicle should not be driven. The vehicle was taken to pride Hyundai of seekonk (11 taunton avenue, seekonk, MA 02771, (508) 336-7880 however, the mechanic was unable to duplicate the failure. Another dealer diagnosed the vehicle but was unable to duplicate the failure or retrieve a trouble code. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was 2,400.

When I drive the car on the street and freeway I have to hold the steering wheel in place so I don't go into the next lane. The car feels like it hydroplanes and shifts on the freeway. When turning the car shifts as well. The car bounces when driving and on the freeway when I go over a bump I have to pull the wheel so the car doesn't go into the next lane. The car lags when accelerating. One tire wasn't holding air so I took it to the tire center to have it fixed. The car drives this way everyday.

While driving over 40mph, vehicle wanders from left to right without driver input. The electronic power steering requires constant driver input to correct direction of travel and is most evident on straight 4 lane highway, condition was shared with henderson (nevada)) Hyundai superstore on 20 mile drive. Purchased new 6/27/20.