general problems of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster

Over the last year, I’ve had to purchase three air conditioner switches after driving for several years with it being out the first one we replaced caused a small electrical fire as did all of the others. This has been an ongoing issue not just with my car, but my sister‘s in-laws who is a 2014 model I looked online. It has been reported over the years basically since the cars come out of this same issue can you please issue a safety recall before somebody’s house or vehicle or both catches fire completely. This is not safe at all. I have already put in a request for the safety recall on several other occasions this is unacceptable unsafe and a very large problem across the united states since this vehicle has come out please do something.

While driving and trying to travel in a straight line the steering wheel would bind snd stick while trying make slight corrections. This would cause the vehicle to constantly swerve from side to side. The Hyundai dealer (classic Hyundai) misdiagnosed the problem and claimed the car needed new strut bearings. An independent consultant found it was caused by an open ball bearing on the steering shaft just under the steering wheel. The bearing did not have proper dust seals and therefore allowed dirt to enter rolling race area cause the binding. This is a Hyundai design fault and should have be subject to a recall.

My vehicle shakes violently and causes issues when braking that can make me almmost lose control of my vehicle, my research found that is a problem with the steering coupler. Hyundai has a recall for this on other models elantra and sonata (same year as my vehicle) however they have not included the model I own, the Veloster. I have had to pay for this repair so that I can feel safe an not only protect myself but by also protecting other drivers since it would be possible to lose control of the vehicle with the violent shaking of the steering wheel and breaking. My internet research shows many other Veloster owners are facing this issue as well. I made a complaint with Hyundai customer care however after taking my complaint I have not gotten any follow up response and I have been calling them back and emailing them but my case manager has not responded. For the safety of everyone I would like NHTSA to look into this and see if a recall can be implemented on the Veloster as it has for the other Hyundai models. Thank you.

Steering coupler is the issue. I have seen hundreds of complaints about Veloster's having issues with steering couplers but yet no recall. Ridiculous! this needs to be recalled and is a major safety issue.

- the steering feels sticky and has "play" when trying to stay centered on the road. It is most notable on straight freeways at higher speeds (60 - 75 mph). - the safety issue is driver control and risk to driver, riders and other vehicle/drivers. The steering needs constant attention and adjustment. - the dealer confirmed its existing the first time and Hyundai eventually repaired it in 2019. The issue returned in 2021 and 2022 and the dealer confirmed it again on December 13, 2022, but Hyundai warranty declined to repair. - no other action has been initiated to review the issue with my call. A simple google search and visiting Hyundai owner forum websites show that many drivers/owners experience similar issues and do not know that it's a much larger issue or potential flaw in the steering design. - I'm not aware of any car computer codes associated with the issue. The car has been documented with chico Hyundai multiple times, so they would have that information. - fyi, this is the second occurrence, Hyundai eventually agreed to replace the steering column in 2019 after multiple visits to dealer and elevating my concern. I understand Hyundai eventually issued a service bulletin for a fix for other Hyundai owners with similar complaints. Unfortunately, after the steering column was replaced, the issue has returned. Efforts to get Hyundai to repair the re-occurring issue have failed. -while I can simply sell the car to an un-suspecting party, it seems wrong not to try to bring up the issue to you.

The power steering coupler, a star shaped part in the steering wheel has deteriorated causing a discernible click in the steering. At times this made steering difficult. The exact same part has been given extended warranty status on other Hyundai models but not the Veloster. I had to pay to have this obvious safety defect repaired today.

Same issue as numerous other Hyundai Veloster owners: steering coupler causing excessive movement in the steering column and making a clicking sound when turning the wheel. Hyundai has done a recall on this part for elantra and sonata models, but not the Veloster. The issue has been confirmed by an independent service center.

Steering coupler failure. Excessive play and loud clunking in steering column. Symptoms have increased over time. Vehicle has 64950 miles.

Steering coupling defect. Banging and clicking when using steering wheel. The elantra and sonata coupling was recalled but Hyundai refuses to acknowledge that the same safety issues exists with the Veloster.

The engine failed does not start and there is a lot of smoke.

Steering wheel coupler disintegration, the same as elantra models. Clicking and looseness in the steering wheel. It is present stationary or in motion. This is a very common issue with these vehicles. My vehicle has 55,000 miles.

The steering wheel coupler has worn down.

Steering wheel has play in it and makes a noise thud like noise when u turn it u cant control the car its the steering coupling same as the sonata and elantra they have been recalled but not the Veloster but its the same part it just happened no warning at all this is very dangerous and needs to be recalled its the same part and problem but Hyundai hasnt recalled and needs to this car company ignores the fact they have a defective part. It just desinergrates someone is going to get hurt there is no warning at all it just happens u can just sit there and turn wheel just a lil and u can hear it and feels like there is no control in the steering wheel.

My 2012 Veloster recently stared making a clicking sound whenever I turn. It shakes when I'm on the highways going 70 mph. When I run over any small bumps it makes a clacking noise and hard to control the steering wheel. If I switch lanes and run over one on the markers on the road the car feels like it slides to the side that I switch and the steering wheel is difficult to control. I don't feel safe driving this car. I checked under the steering wheel in the dashboard and there's oil liquid leaking from steering wheel area. If I'm at a stop sign and turn the steering wheel it makes the clacking sound and it feels like the steering wheel is coming loose.

There is play in the steering wheel when turning back and forth. Also hear a clicking noise. I am told there is a very inexpensive couple that needs to be replaced and that is common. I have appx 90000 miles on car. Starting noticing this about 6 months ago. I mentioned this to mechanics where I normally have car serviced. They recommended seeing hyundia and mentioned the coupler.

Reduced steering responsiveness and clunking noise coming from behind the steering wheel. Loose steering made steering less responsive and dangerous. The rubber steering coupling between the steering transmission behind the steering wheel and the steering shaft has become brittle and broke apart. The car has 81,000 miles on it and is only seven years old. Upon further investigation the exact same parts are used on the Hyundai elantra and sonata, both of which Hyundai extended the warranties on this part to address the exact same problem. The vehicle was in motion on a highway when the problem was was first observed. The vehicle doesn't respond smoothly to steering input. This may result in a very dangerous situation.

Was driving and my car would not turn almost caused a seroius accident . . Took it in to be repaired the plastic coupling piece was under $20 and labor was $320. My miliage is under 55,000.

I own a 2012 Hyundai Veloster twd. My sunroof just exploded out of no-where and I called Hyundai and they told me that there is no recall on this issue. In addition, I need to replace a steering bushing and it is not covered in any recall and I am reading on the internet that this item has been repaired. Great car, but no accountability by this organization to fix their engineers issues.

This is from a Hyundai technical service bulletin number 17-st-001 dated from February 2017. It�fs for a motor driven power steering (mdps) coupling replacement. It makes a terrible and very loud thud sound on every little bump or hole on the road and you can�ft even talk to each other in the car it�fs so loud. This is also happening on the elantra gt, santa fe, elantra coupe and azeri models. The op code is 56300f25. Casual part #56315-2k000-fff. Nature code d61 cause code zz4.

I have 16,809 miles on the car I noticed steering was becoming clunky took it to the dealer and it was a coupler worn out. The dealer had it in stock and they never have anything in stock said it is usually under warranty when this happens. Well, I have low miles and for a $2. 14 part the labor brought it up to $488. 68. It seems to be a recurring problem and most cars at my mileage are still under warranty. .

It started making a noise every time I drive it and the wheel jerks to the sides.

Steering wheel clicks and vibrates during turns & lane changes. This issue is highly dangerous & has probably caused wrecks. I believe that the issue is in the plastic parts used. The suspension & struts are in need of replacement car is 5 years old, bought new off show room floor 2/14. 2013. Car has 80000 miles and is on the second set of low profile tires. I follow the maintenance guide in the manual.

The steering wheel clicks when you move in any direction. It happens while driving as well as when sitting still. This is a known problem with the elantra and sonata. Please refer to case numbers: for the elantra � NHTSA id number: 11085127 and sonata NHTSA id number: 11101809 and NHTSA id number: 11093962.

Steering coupler has disintegrated (this has already been recalled for the sonata, but no recall yet for Velosters). Clicking when turning steering wheel (anytime, car is on or off, in motion or stationary).

Stearing motor coupler has disintegrated making for play in the stearing and unstable vibration while driving especially at highway speeds.

The car has a failing steering coupler just as other models of Hyundai have and they claim the problem is known but nothing can be done to to no recall. It is no different than other models that were recalled.

I am experiencing the same steering coupler issue as the current open recall for the Hyundai sonata.

When driving under any road conditions and at speeds from 15 to 65, the car seems to track to the left or right of center but does not want to track straight ahead. When trying to turn the wheel to correct this, there is a lot of resistance, which forces the driver to over-correct and at times nearly lose control. At times the wheel also tries to turn on its own (quick slight jerks to the left or right) and can be very difficult to maintain complete control. This is especially bad under icy conditions and could easily send the car into a spin. I have had the wheel aligned and tires checked and no mechanical issues have been found. I also took the car to a dealer for this issue and even though I made it clear this happens on dry roads, the claim they could not reproduce the issue and suggested replacing my tires with snow tires. This obviously has nothing to do with the issue when the roads are dry. I have also seen several other reports of this on several web sites and they are describing exactly the same things that I am seeing. I would like to know how this issue can be escalated and resolved before this causes an accident.

I was driving on highway ,steering wheel seems to be sticking ,takes effort to keep straight on road. It seems like the steering wheel has a sticky spot in center it's been getting worse ,took to dealer they say they can't duplicate the problem but as soon as I left it came right back,there is a problem but they say its because I have to get used to electric assist steering ,I've driven other cars with same assist but never had this problem it now does this at any speed over 20 mph.

Tl- the contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel had resistance and was very hard to turn. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that they have received complaints but no solution was available. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 30,000. Mah.