One problem related to power steering pump has been reported for the 2002 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sonata.
Power steering loss during operation caused by power steering line failue. Power steering line failed due to oxidation. Oxidation was caused by design flaw that traps water draining from airconditioner evaporator in rubber tube designed to protect power steering line from road hazard damage.