2012 Hyundai Azera: harsh or hard shifting

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 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 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 Oct 19, 2017 · Steering · 71,000 miles · SC

Known hyundai problem with the steering... Clunking and rattling noise when turning the wheel and going over bumpy roads