2003 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints

Filed Dec 13, 2009 · Body, Steering · 93,132 miles · NY

During service on 2003 hyundai elantra gt to repair the subframe and lower control arms due to corrosion damage (this was part of recall campaign), the dealer indicated that the 2 hoses to and from the power steering pump were corroded and leaking. Subsequently, the dealer broke the high pressure line when attempting to determine the location of the leak. Both the high pressure and return hoses had corroded beyond repair and required replacement.

Filed Dec 10, 2009 · Steering · 36,000 miles · NY

Power steering failure. 2003 hyundai elantra. Corrosion of power steering high pressure hose.

Filed Jul 30, 2009 · Steering · 71,000 miles · NJ

While driving my 2003 hyundai electra I lost power steering. I brought it to amechanic shop the power steering pressure line had corroded and was leaking powersterring fluid fortunately I was able to control the car to a safe stop then had it towed home I notified my hyundai dealership they responded by informing me their were several similar complaints filed I wish the e the federal safety agency would look into this very serious problem.

Filed Jan 5, 2005 · Brakes, Steering · OH · crash

The consumer's son's brakes failed and lost steering control when driving down an exit ramp. *sc recall campaign: the federal safety agency item number: 10004464. Campaign 061 provides the procedures for repositioning the rear brake tubes to prevent contact with the front suspension crossmember's steering gear box mounting brackets. The vehicle hit the back of another vehicle as a result of loss of brakes and steering. Earlier in the week the consumer felt a vibration at 60 MPH.

Filed Dec 30, 2004 · Airbags, Steering · FL · crash

While driving consumer's vehicle rearended another vehicle. Upon slaming on the brakes gear automatically put itself into neutral, causing the steering to lock up. Also,the air bag did not deploy.

Filed Oct 27, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · 14,800 miles · OH · crash

Brakes failed, and consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle at 35 MPH. Steering failed, and air bags did not deploy. Consumer was not notified of any recalls. Recall 03v496000 was issued.