2012 Hyundai Azera: clunking or noise when steering

Filed Feb 20, 2021 · Steering · 64,000 miles · IL

2012 hyundai azera, vehicle has 64,000 miles. Has developed a clicking/clunking sound in the steering column when turning the steering left, right, and when hitting bumps. The issue can be replicated sitting still or when driving via a prominent clicking/clunking sound. Steering has become sloppy and dangerous. Research shows it is a defective steering coupler that hyundai is aware of, which is not covered under warranty. This issue is documented by numerous complaints, yet hyundai has not provided a recall despite it being recalled for replacement on other hyundai models using the same coupler.

Filed Nov 17, 2020 · Steering · 78,000 miles · WI

Clicking in steering wheel moving left and right. As it progressed a clunking/rattling noise would occur on pot holes or cracks in pavement. Noise occurs at any posted speeds

Filed Nov 15, 2020 · Steering · 66,000 miles · IL

Steering wheel clicking and rattles when going over bumps while in motion. Clicking happens when stationary.

Filed Aug 17, 2020 · Steering · 93,500 miles · CT

On my 2012 hyundai azera the steering coupler is worn out, clunking and needs to be replaced. The sonata and and tuscon are recalled for this same part. The azera should be as well!

Filed Jun 10, 2020 · Steering · 67,000 miles · IA

The flexible steering coupling failed in our 2012 azera after 67,000 miles driven. Steering wheel would make a clunking sound and wouldn't be as responsive as normal. Learned this was the same exact part that also failed in the hyundai sonata and elantra; which had recalls to fix the issue. Due to low sales volume of the azera, it is my speculation it didn't reach the number of complaints to get attention. However, the part and the part failure is the same.

Filed Jan 16, 2020 · Steering · 100,000 miles · PA

Steering wheel has clunking noise and steering is loose. This is a known issue, just like all of the others on this site. Power steering coupler is bad, as identified by firestone and hyundai dealer. Hyundai will not replace it as it was not part of the sonata and elantra recall for the identical problem.

Filed Nov 11, 2019 · Steering · 45,000 miles · PA

Owner and inspection mechanic noticed and observed steering wheel clunking and banging from left to right. Known problem with similar models and use the same part that is defective! 2012 hyundai azera steering coupler is faulty and needed replaced per hyundai dealer and would cost us $282.00 plus tax. They would not cover the part which is around $10.00 but want a lot of money for labor. Thankfully we had an extended warranty but we still should have not had to pay for a faulty part. Its happening to many other hyundai models that use the same part. Car was dangerous to drive feeling the banging while driving and at a stop. Had car repaired and..wow no more banging..vibrations.

Filed Oct 30, 2019 · Steering · 80,000 miles · NJ

The steering on my car is making clicking clanking noises, the same symptoms that other azera owners are reporting a defective steering coupler.

Filed Nov 24, 2018 · Steering · 30,500 miles · CA

The steering is making clicking sound when moving the steering wheel slightly to the left and to the right. Based on internet research, the problem appears to be relating to the steering motor coupling issue. The noise occurs rather or not the vehicle is moving or still. The engineer must be running. There's been safety recalls for the exact issue on other hyundai models with the same parts number, so the federal safety agency, why hasn't the federal safety agency issue, or cause to be issue, a safety recall on the azera? What's it going to take, injuries and/or deaths? How many? The problem is getting worse. The car has less than 31,000 miles.

Filed Aug 19, 2018 · Steering · MD

My azera is out of warranty but the steering coupler is worn and needs to be replaced. Several models and model years have been issued a recall for this problem but my vehicle (according to hyundai customer care) is not one of the vehicles. Hyundai should repair the worn steering coupler with no charge to the customer or at least discount the cost of repair from the outrageous $500.00 price quoted to me. The part is less than $20.00 to purchase. My steering column clunks over bumps and vibrates at speeds over 50 miles/hour.

Filed Jun 23, 2018 · Steering · NJ

Steering whell makes clunk sound when turned to left and right. Also makes same sounds when going over bumps on the road. Similar to what others are describing. 45,000miles

Filed May 9, 2018 · Steering · 40,000 miles · TX

Steering wheel makes clicking sound upon turning it either left or right, even when car is in park just turning the wheel slightly and this also happens while driving at normal speed. When driving highway speed, the steering wheel begins to shake upon the slightest movement of it. I have checked to see if there were any recall notices, but have found none despite similar complaints on this make and model.