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2010 Hyundai Elantra steering problems

195 complaints (51% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 73,000. 7 crashes reported.

owner complaints
195
of this car's complaints
51%
typical mileage
73,000
crashes
7
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Electric power assist system
    4
  • Column
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Hyundai Elantra steering problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2010 Hyundai Elantra steering

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Power steering loss 42Steering noise 26Steering lock-up 12

Related recalls

Steering: electric power assist systemReported February 23, 2015 · 204,768 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Elantra vehicles manufactured June 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010, and 2009-2010 Elantra Touring vehicles manufactured November 1, 2008, to April 30, 2010. The electronic power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may sense a discrepancy in the steering input signals and, as a result, disable the steering power assist.
Risk
If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Hyundai will verify the proper operation of the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) and update the EPS control unit, free of charge. The recall began April 14, 2015. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1‑855‑671‑3059. Hyundai's number for this recall is 127.

Recall number 15V100000 · Recall details

What 2010 Hyundai Elantra owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 5, 2026 · Brakes, Lights · TX

The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact researched and became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 13V113000 (Exterior Lighting), 15V100000 (Steering) and 20V061000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the repairs were unable to be completed because the required tools were unavailable. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed May 1, 2026 · Steering · CA

Vehicle developed clunking noise in the steering. Was told it was coupler issue. The dealership, Nlorthbay Hyundai, in Petaluma, California, was negligent in the replacement, creating a grinding metal on metal noise, and damaged the steering column as well. The Dealership refused failed to correct the damage and attempted to defraud me over $3,000 for an entirely new steering column, and refuse to honor promised repair warranty despite their own negligence that created the damage. I found out that Hyundai models including mine have coupler issues involving recalls, years ago. I was not aware of this, and so not sure if my vehicle was part of the recall. However, Hyundai Motor America failed to notify me to take my vehicle in for a safety check for the vehicle coupler. And while I found that that my vehicle qualified for an extended warranty due to the recall, HMA so lacking in responsibility, sound business and moral ethics, let alone serious concern for my safety, claims that my vehicle is past the extended warranty by a completely insignificant mileage. As far as am concerned my vehicle is not safe to drive, and it remains at the dealership while I exhaust all avenues to have my car fixed. I have documents including clear repair notes and service request documents to support my complaint. Complaint being filed against both the dealership, Northbay Hyundai and the manufacturer, Hyundai Motor America.

Filed Mar 27, 2026 · Steering · OH

EPS light came on and we changed the part and it came back on again I spent $350 for this service but I saw online that Hyundai is having a recall for my year and model car to reprogramming eps but my vin is not included. Is it possible they can include my vin ?

Filed Jan 11, 2026 · Electrical, Steering · TX

The EPS light started coming on intermittently back in Nov. 2025 and power steering became very difficult. I could get it to reset by turning off the car and turning steering wheel all the way to right and then left and then back to center and restart. The steering ability returned but the light eventually came back on. I had Firestone look at this in Nov. and they recalibrated but advised if problem returned that I should contact dealer due to recall for 2010 Elantras for same issue. The light came back on this weekend. I note the recall is for Elantras manufactured through April 30, 2010. My car was manufactured June 20, 2010…. 6 weeks after the dates of the recalled models. Clearly this issue is affecting my car also. I plan to call the dealer and try to get them to look at it and see if they will repair under the recall… but I wanted to report this to you also since is affecting models outside the original recall dates.

Filed Oct 22, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · 85,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in direction with the ABS warning light illuminated. After turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally, but the failure reoccurred. Recently, the failure reoccurred, and the vehicle was restarted, but failed to self-correct. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V100000 (STEERING). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 85,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Aug 18, 2025 · Steering · 110,000 miles · NH

The contact's mother owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Power Steering" warning light illuminated. The contact's mother had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the power steering assist module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact had called the manufacturer and was informed that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V100000 (Steering); in 2018, and the vehicle was no longer under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jun 11, 2025 · Steering · 60,857 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the steering column had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,857.

Filed May 31, 2025 · Steering · CA

The vehicle is subject to manufacturer recall #127. I brought it to two different dealerships for the recall repair after confirming in advance that they had the necessary parts. However, after dropping off my vehicle, I was informed a few hours later that the dealership did not actually have the parts needed for the repair. I contacted Hyundai’s service center to escalate the issue, but they refused to take further action. Instead, they repeatedly instructed me to reach out to other dealerships. After contacting several other dealers, I was told that they either did not have the parts or the system capabilities to perform the recall repair. Despite my efforts, Hyundai has refused to escalate this matter to upper management, leaving the issue unresolved.

Filed Jan 3, 2025 · Steering · 63,500 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and making a turn, there was an abnormally loud thumping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the sound persisted over time. While the vehicle was parked, the contact turned the steering wheel and there was an abnormal clunking sound coming from the steering. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the coupler steering gear needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact called the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 63,500.

Filed Jan 1, 2025 · Brakes, Steering · FL · fire

My car catched on fire after my steering wheel light keep coming on and off and my Abs and break light was on couple days before it catched fire .

Questions about the 2010 Hyundai Elantra steering

Does the 2010 Hyundai Elantra have steering problems?

Owners have filed 195 complaints about the steering of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra, 51% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 2010 Hyundai Elantra steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 73,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2010 Hyundai Elantra steering?

Yes, 1 recall: 15V100000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Hyundai Elantra have bad steering?

The Hyundai Elantra model years with the most steering complaints are 2013 (272 complaints), 2010 (195 complaints) and 2009 (134 complaints).

Other 2010 Hyundai Elantra problems

Electrical 48Airbags 46Brakes 39Transmission 32Acceleration 22Body 22Engine 20Driver assistance 13Suspension 11Seat belts 7Fuel system 6Lights 6Wheels 5Locks 4Visibility 4Tires 2Seats 1

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