Two problems related to power steering fluid have been reported for the 2003 Hyundai Sonata. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2003 Hyundai Sonata based on all problems reported for the 2003 Sonata.
Return power steering line started leaking. Vehicle was almost impossible to steer. All fluid drained out.
While driving I realized the steering was getting more and more difficult to turn upon pulling aside I noticed a fluid leaking near the right axel upon further investigation I realized the power steering fluid reservoir was empty. I refilled it and turned the steering and the fluid just gushed out. If I continued driving this could have been fatal if I did not have the strength to steer the vehicle correctly as the steering wheel got stiffer and stiffer, the entire power steering line failed in new york due to rusting. The replacement part was $120 and labor an additional $200. The mechanic said he repaired many failures like this in NY. Even the dealership said they made alot of sales of this line because in NY the salt from the roads in winter cause rapid corrosion of the parts, I think this is very similar to the subframe issue and a recall should be put into effect to save even one life.
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