Hyundai Sonata Hybrid owners have reported 42 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (24 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (11 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Steering Wheel Vibrate problems | |
| Steering Is Loose problems |
While traveling 40 mph, car flashes a warning, "check hybrid system", and then the car shuts off. No power steering and brakes are difficult. The warning is only 3-5 seconds before everything shuts down. This is definitely a hazard to myself and others. Read details...
On 05/10/2018, I noticed severe vibration and clunking in steering wheel. Brought vehicle to Hyundai dealer and they replaced the flexible coupling in the steering column due to wear. On 08/08/2018, I brought the vehicle to the Hyundai dealer for routine service and asked them to check the brakes Read details...
Upon obtaining my state inspection a couple weeks ago around 60k miles, my mechanic pointed out a slight "thunk" when turning the steering wheel and said to check for recalls. Since then it has become increasingly more noticeable. Read details...
On Saturday, July 14th, while on the florida turnpike northbound, and driving at approx. 70 mph, the steering wheel started shaking, and I could hear some noise from the steering column. I immediately reduced my speed down to 50, and the steering wheel was still shaking, and the noise from the Read details...
Car gets very wobbly when going 79 mph. . I can hear a rattling in the steering column when I go over a bump. Steering wheel is loose and doesn't always engage right away. Read details...