Steering Failed Problems of Hyundai Sonata - part 1

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a left turn, the steering wheel failed to operate as designed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact manually turned the steering to the left and to the right and the steering wheel resumed normal function. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer were contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the power steering was inoperable. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle however, the steering wheel failed to turn. The contact was unable to drive the vehicle. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Steering column failure - need replacement. Loud clanking when performing any turns. Also causing car to pull foreably to side when brake is applied.

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving at any speed and turning the steering wheel, the steering column made a strange clicking sound. The vehicle was taken to happy Hyundai (9121 south cicero Ave, oak lawn, IL 60453, (708) 422-9300) where it was diagnosed that the steering gearbox shaft failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 106,000.

Steering coupler failing. Steering makes a clunking noise when turned.

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The steering has been failing over the course of several months. There is a loud clunking sound when turning the wheel and the steering is extremely loose. There is not an open recall at this point for this part. Research indicates this is a common problem and continues to worsen as the part erodes away. Shame on Hyundai for not addressing this known issue.

There is a pronounced shimmy in the steering when the car is both moving and standing still. This is particularly noticeable when you hit a bump. It feels like there is something loose or disconnected in the steering system. This causes me great concern in that whatever is holding the steering system together appears to have either broken, loosened, or is compromised in some way. My vehicle has been experiencing this since approximately 17000 miles. The same malfunction has been reported numerous times on various websites on the internet, one case in which the steering simply seized up. My mechanic says this should have been recalled and that it needs to be fixed immediately or I could literally kill myself if the steering fails at high speed.

The steering wheel locked failed during cold weather. Steering wheel lock would not release when trying to turn key, even though I was able to turn the steering wheel while trying to turn key. Worried wheel lock could fail while driving. Also, I see this car had other recalls which I never received info from Hyundai about, I am second owner of vehicle bought from Hyundai dealer in northhampton, MA.

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Steering assist failed and then began operating again while in motion. Also a knocking when turning steering wheel left or right.

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Steering clunk when stopped testing side to side movement. Loud, in cab. Possible steering coupler failure. Unknown without disassembly. Potential for steering failure, causing accident. May be cause for off track steering issue while traveling on the highway. A previous complaint was made to local dealership that the vehicle does not hold course (steering line), forcing constant corrections with steering wheel to drive straight (or in desired direction of travel). Gives a feeling that tires are "tracking in a grooved highway" when you are on a smooth roadway at highway speeds 65mph.

The steering wheel clicks with a two inch play in either direction when the vehicle is stationary or in motion. The click is very loud plus the vehicle shimmies while being driven ! when the steering wheel is clicking a catch in the wheel can be felt! Hyundai dealer service man said the problem was a flexible rubber steering coupler and it was wore out down in the steering shaft . Hyundai customer relations dept. Told me the warranty on that part was extended to 100,000 miles but no notice was sent to the vehicles owner . I had to pay for the repair because my vehicle had 111,000 mile on it. I believe it is a critical safety issue that could cause a steering failure, based the degree my steering wheel was clicking and the two inch play that I was experiencing! the Hyundai complaint site is full of persons complaining about the same steering issue. During my many contacts with the Hyundai customer relations dept. I was told repeatedly that Hyundai does not recolonize this as a safety threat. I believe this should have been a recall at Hyundai's expense ! I also believe there are individuals driving with this dangerous condition because they cannot afford the expensive repair (+$400 ) that the dealer charges.

I purchased this auto in sept 2917 used, a few weeks later my wife was driving on a city street when the electric steering assist failed and a red steering wheel indicator appeared on the dash she managed to drive it home, when I turned the car off and restarted it everything was ok. On 11/12 2017 the same thing happened to me as I was turning onto a side street from a city street I was so surprised I didnt turn fast enough and almost hit 3 teenagers on a sidewalk. I immediately shut the car off and re started it and every thing again was ok. I am afraid there is a malfunction in the control I am sure it will happen again and the result may not be as easily solved.

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving above 60 mph, there was an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an unknown tire shop. The mechanic replaced all four tires, mounted, and balanced the wheels; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to rick case Hyundai roswell (11446 alpharetta hwy, roswell, GA 30076, (855) 254-5294) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the steering coupler failed. The vehicle was previously repaired per a warranty program; however, the vehicle exceeded the 100,000 mile limitation. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 113,487.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 25 mph, the power steering made an abnormal vacuum sound. The contact stated that the sound was more prominent while making right turns. The contact also stated that the steering lock failed to operate as intended. The contact also stated that there was an issue with starting the vehicle. The contact stated that the steering wheel had to be turned to the left simultaneously while attempting to start the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. Hatchett Hyundai west (757 n tyler rd, wichita, KS 67212, (316) 440-8400) was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

My steering suddenly felt loose as I was moving it in the driveway. It continued that way. I took it to my repair shop and they identified that the steering coupler had failed. This part is a soft rubber and appears chewed up. The part has been replaced with what was described to me as a sturdier version. My mechanic wouldn't even allow me to drive the car home for fear for my safety.

The contact owns a 2009 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 30 mph and attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel failed to turn. The failure occurred without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (maple hill auto group, 5622 w main st, kalamazoo, mi 49009) where the dealer found no issue with the power steering. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also stated that the failure recurred several other times, but the failure was not frequent. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 68,000.

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The steering coupler failed, which causes steering issue, and could lead to crash if not fixed.

The steering column makes a clanking noise when turning in either direction or hitting bumps in the road. I called Hyundai customer service and was told that my vehicle was not covered under the recall as it was made after the cars in the recall even though it has the same problem. It is a plastic gear that can cause the steering to fail. Why not in the recall?.

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving, the steering failed to stay aligned and the vehicle swayed left and right. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 74,126.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds, the steering wheel became very loose and made a clicking noise. The contact immediately took the vehicle to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Steering wheel knock and vibrations at high speeds. Steering coupler failure.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While pulling out of a parking space, a clicking sound emerged from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice where it was diagnosed that the steering coupler failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving various speeds or making a turn, the steering wheel made an abnormal noise. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electrical steering failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 30 mph, a loud clicking noise emitted from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the sound was heard when making a left or right turn and became louder when driving over bumpy roads. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 53,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 30 mph, the steering wheel became loose. The failure occurred constantly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupler failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 43,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While the vehicle was being serviced, the dealer diagnosed that the steering coupling failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,888.

Vehicle steering wheel has developed a clunking noise when turned to right or left when parked. Also has a hard clunking bang in entire steering wheel when a bump is encountered. Steering is also unresponsive at higher speeds when wheel is initially used to correct lane usage on highways. Constantly concerned steering failure is imminent. Vehicle has less than 39000 miles and otherwise excellent condition. Needs to be corrected but not at owners cost. This is an obvious manufacturing defect. Date of manufacture 4/05/11.

Steering coupler failed at 80k high speed control of the car is knotchy and unsafe no warranty coverage as it is not powertrain.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance performed on the vehicle, the dealer informed that the steering coupler had failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,853.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel began to make an abnormal noise without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the steering coupler failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel made a clicking noise and vibrated excessively. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering coupler failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 43,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 mph, the steering wheel seized without warning. The contact stated that it took greater efforts to steer the vehicle and when the steering restored, the vehicle jerked. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic steering module failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.

Tl-the contact owns 2011 Hyundai Sonata . The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 mph, he heard a clink noise scheduled an appointment the steering was failed without warning. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle stated that the flex coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage 69000. Am.

The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed. The steering wheel emitted a loud rubbing and metal clanking noise while turning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Recently while turning steering wheel in park , heard clicking/popping noise . Could feel the clicking through the steering column. Local Hyundai dealership (where purchased) diagnosed issue on August 31,2015. Description of diagnosis on service paper. " recommend replacing coupler " cost of labor at $222. 14 and part cost $3. 65. This issue needs to be investigated for root cause and corrective actions. This coupler should not be wearing out after 81,319 miles. Also , if this had not been fixed soon. , it may caused a steering issue. Last, I have read there are several hundred reports of this coupler issue. I already had another popping issue with steering last spring that the gear in steering rack failed per service report and was replaced . Fortunately under warranty. With these issues mounting, with high labor cost , the long term reliability and cost to own this vehicle ,is a concern.