Steering Noise Problems of Hyundai Sonata Hybrid

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. It "thunks" or clicks just to the right or left of center. First I only noticed it when parked, now I notice it when driving and the steering column rattles very loud when I go over even a small bump in the road. I am concerned that it is getting worse and trying to get an appointment to have it looked at. I see where this was a big problem with the 2011 model and now is starting with the 2012 around similar mileage. Clicking and rattling noise in steering column, not only while turning, but small bumps will make it rattle. Hope Hyundai issues a recall soon!!!.

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The is a clanking noise behind the steering wheel. Local mechanic describes it as notorious Hyundai problem. The information for recall 10v-426 was given to me. Hyundai does not include the hybrid with this recall. There are several other similar complaints, on this website, that describe the same problem. I have made this complaint before but notice it is no longer on the website. This noise happens when traveling over bumps, even slight subtle bumps, or while turning the wheel. It can happen while stationary or moving. This has been an ongoing problem but June 2018 is when Hyundai acknowledged the problem during another service campaign. I currently have 129k miles.

See all problems of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 🔎.

3 months out of warranty and with about 25,000 miles on the odometer, my car developed a pronounced clunking noise coming from the steering column. This would occur whenever I went over even the smallest bump in the road. It also occurred with the engine off if I turned the wheel in either direction and I could feel slop in the steering. It developed suddenly and worsened rapidly, so I took it to the dealer. My service advisor said he was aware of a steering coupler issue in the 2011 model and recommended I have it repaired at $390. I requested he intervene with Hyundai and ask them to cover it since it is a safety defect and argued that it should have been recalled. He did so and the request was denied by Hyundai. The dealership took care of it as a goodwill gesture.