Steering Noise problems of the 2013 Hyundai Veloster

The mdps (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight �clicking� or �thud� type noise when turning the steering wheel. This together with the huge amount of dead play makes the vehicle unsafe. There's a recall/extended warranty from Hyundai USA for this same exact issue for other models with the exact same issue, but not for this one.

Continual play and clunking noise in steering wheel when turning. Coupler damaged in steering motor.

The plastic steering coupler has broken and is causing a clunking noise in the steering column. This is the same part that was recalled on the sonata and elantra but it is not covered under warranty because it is a Veloster. The vehicle had just 50,000 miles and the part has failed. The dealer knew exactly what the problem was and said this was a common issue.

There is a steering clunking noise as well as a "dead spot" in the steering wheel motion. There is a loss of control of the actual wheels while the steering wheel is at the center posistion. You can rock the steering wheel back and forth from center and the wheels will not turn. This is a known problem for Hyundais, and Hyundai has extended its warranty to their other models but have excluded the Veloster for no reason. This is a ~$400 fix at the dealer ship for a known defective part. Total scam.