Car stalls while in motion and coming to stops. Engine sounds like a diesel truck and also has a ticking noise. Constantly having to replace the headlight bulbs front and back. Also have issues with steering wheel making a winding noise when turning the wheel. My tire pressure light never goes off even when air is put in or all new tires are put on. Also constantly having issues driver side up front tire issues. Had new brakes done and shortly after there making noises again. I always have hyundai do my work on my car except I do however go to walmart to get my tires. I have had this car for about 3 years and constantly have had issues with it. I will never ever buy another hyundai again.
2011 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints
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The airbag light comes on and off regularly for some days, then finally it stays on permanently. The steering wheel lights doesn't come on when I turn on the headlights. The car bounces and sway to the side each time I hit a pothole no matter how small the pothole is.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, there was an abnormal clicking noise emerging from the steering wheel and the power steering indicator illuminated. The contact called wiesner hyundai (1645 interstate 45 n #400, conroe, tx 77304, (936) 523-6300) and was informed that the vehicle was not covered under a warranty and to schedule a service appointment. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 137,883.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. When the vehicle was started, an abnormal noise was detected. Also, while driving more than 60 MPH over a bump, there was an abnormal clicking noise detected from the steering wheel and the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the cylinder coupling and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 108,000.
'takata recall' (1) suspension problem.. It drifts or bounces to one side when I hit a bump or when I go into a pothole... I have had to take it to different auto mechanics to fix this but haven't gotten any solution.. Changed sway bar links, tie-rods, struts and ball joints, still no improvement. (2) steering issues - steering feels stiff when turning and sometimes makes funny sounds (3) clunking noise in front right side of car
When I drove (in motion) my car over potholes or road edges, my car is drifting by side to side. I had this issue from the last 6 months. I showed my car to a different hyundai dealership, but they could not find the exact reason and I spent around $2000 to replace all the parts as per hyundai's dealership suggestion. After spending this much of money I still have a drifting issue in potholes. Recently, I contacted other hyundai dealership .and they suggested me to replace steering column and universal shaft. I am very frustrated now and requesting hyundai america to take care of this issue by their side because it is really a safety concern.
A few weeks ago I noticed a popping noise coming from my steering area when I made turns. I took my car to my mechanic and he could find the actual part but knew it was coming from the power steering assist. After some research he found that a few people were having issues with the coupler inside the steering column. I have attached pictures of the the part looked like when he removed it. This is very concerning since I use this vehicle daily and transport my 2 kids to daycare. I put less than 10,000 miles on it each year since driving from home to my kids daycare and work put less than 10 miles on it a day.
To whom it may concern: it grieves me to escalate this concern to the national highway safety administration. I have attempted to seek resolution with hyundai, but the corporate office is unresponsive and ignorant to the safety concern. The problem lies in the defect of the power steering coupler on hyundai elantra models that affects tires, steering, balancing, alignment. The manufacturer is aware of the defect and has either repaired or reimbursed owners of hyundai elantra for the defect up to 100,000 miles or 120,000 miles with extended warranty. I purchased the elantra at 89,000 miles and inquired about a noise in the car. The dealer ignored it, and the carfax did not have any mention of the defect. After two sets of tires, 3 alignments, and additional repair, I began to wonder after, several tires blew during my drive after loading on the groceries! How can the tires with 50% life left--all of them--blow on the road? There is nothing mentioned in the manual? Sadly, during my several visits to hyundai dealerships (both in tampa and orlando), nobody at the dealer mentioned once about this issue?! Finally, the local mechanic where I replaced the tires indicated about the coupler issue. I reached out to hyundai's corporate office and was informed to repair and will be reimbursed. Well, I repaired the issue upon discovery at 122,800 miles, but hyundai is refusing to reimburse for the defect of their issue. I wrestle to understand how this is not a safety issue when the tires blow up on the road, several sets of tires must be replaced with alignment and additional repair? I wrestle to grasp that hyundai does not inform buyers in any way of the issue, and the dealers are silent on the issue. How is it possible? After hours of spending time on this issue, all that I would like is the reimbursement of $340 I paid to fix the defect of the car.this is not my fault!
While driving the car one or more of the brakes get active without using the brakes . Abs start kicking and the car loose power . If I hate the brake the brake parks get really sensitive and the car start shaking . Happened too many times and I took the car to the dealer for diagnostic and they said they couldn't fined any problems . From my experience this is a use sensor problem and I spoke with honda of america and they said my car and my VIN # has no recall .
My vehicle has had several issues with the flex steering cuppling. It makes a very loud noise at highway speeds and becomes very hard to control.
My steering wheel makes a clocking noise that to me feels like something is loose and I will eventually become loose and the steering wheel will no longer work which would cause an accident. Its not covered for repair nor is it a recall which it should be. Idk what to do
Air bag light illuminated whenever steering wheel is turned.
When car is idling or while driving straight there is a clunking noise in the steering wheel and wheel moves slightly. This is not noticeable when turning.
In may my steering column started making a metallic like sound every time I turned it. There is some loose play in the steering now nothing major but the noise is very frequent when turning.
Clicking noise when moving steering wheel in either direction. Both stopped and while driving. Napleton dealer says I need to have it fixed for safety reasons. They want 325 to fix. Says it's not on recall list. I feel because of hundreds of complaints and dealers acknowlegement of safety issue they should cover the cost.
When turning steering wheel there's a click or popping noise. Was told by dealer it is steering column bushing and repair would be over 400 dollars. The car can be sitting idle or being driven when this occurs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, the steering inadvertently became stuck in the center position and took considerable force to move. The failure resulted in severe oversteering. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 25,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds and turning the steering wheel, an abnormal knocking noise was observed coming from the front of the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.
My 2011 hyundai elantra is under hyundai recall 137. My vehicle has been at the dealership for regular service since 8/31/16. I mentioned the ESC was malfunctioning and the service advisor indicated it would require diagnostics at an additional charge. They diagnosed the problem and estimated by phone the repair would be about $1,700 because the yaw sensor of the ESC system had failed and damaged the steering column now needing replacement. I asked they request a goodwill repair since the car was just out of the 5 year bumper to bumber warranty and awaited notice. Meanwhile I reviewed the internet for the hyundai repair issues and found my car was on hyundai recall 137 for the ESC system. I noted the dealers were supposed to be repairning this issue at no charge to customers under the recall. My dealer had not advised me my car was under recall nor made mention until I told the service manager. I am still without my car or a loaner as the dealer tries to get from hyundai USA an authorization to repair my car.
The steering wheel and car briefy moves comes out of alignment each time I drive over any size pothole or at random times. This has happened since I bought it arround july of 2013.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving over bumps in the road at various speeds, the steering wheel seized and the rear of the vehicle veered from left to right. The contact lost control of the vehicle. The check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle shook violently. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.
I have a 2011 hyundai sonata, the problem I am referring to is related to the steering column and power steering coupling. I am aware that there have been a couple recalls on this particular problem for other 2011 sonatas but mine does not fall into this small number of recalled vehicles. I am however having the same problem. The steering feels loose and makes a clicking noise when you move the wheel back and forth, this happens both when not moving an when traveling at any speed. Tends to be worse at lower speed. I have brought this up to a service manager at a hyundai dealership already and he said there wasn't anything I could do but pay out of pocket to get it fixed. I feel this is not right because of the sheer number of these vehicles that are having this problem. They are fully aware that this is a major issue with these vehicles but refuse to do anything about it.
The elantra has been brought back to the dealer for the fourth time to inspect clicking noise while steering to the right. The car is close to 60 k and its warranty is ending soon. So far the right axle has been replaced, replaced both worn axle washers. Steering column assembly failed internal, abnormal wear. Replaced steering column assembly. Now the dealer states that problem cannot be found.
Car would not start. Checked all connections, battery was fine. Consulted internet, many complaints mentioned a faulty "range switch". Hyundai should recall. Clicking noise when turning right. Car was at dealership on 1/9/14 at 40,285 miles. Issue was not resolved. Took car in again to dealership 3/4/2014 at 41,775 miles. Steering column was replaced under warranty. Issue was not resolved as ongoing clicking noise persists to present.
I was traveling to memphis, tn. The rear end of the car would constantly jerk out tot the left when I would hit bumps. I have taken it to the dealer several times, and was told this was a normal reaction for this kind of suspension. The problem has been constant, and during the winter, it tried to spin out of control. On several occasions I have almost lost control, and it is scary because I never know if or when it's gonna crash. I have read several other people having the same problem, including those who have had an accident. This will eventually kill someone unless something is done to fix the problem.
I haven't had any accidents but I had many almost accidents. It is very dangerous and scary. I can't even go over a bump or look to the left or right because it steers off so bad. I have to hold it very tight the whole time. I'm scared for my life as well as whoever is with me. Hyundai dealership just says its because its electric steering but I think they just dont want to deal with it. I hope there is something done soon.
Drove the new elantra for the first time in snow and it was hard to control. Tried not to drive it that winter and thought would buy snow tires the next winter. That summer during rainstorm the elantra handled poorly. Discovered passenger rear tire was bald. Dealer checked and alignment was within factory specs.???? Helpful hyundai mechanic agreed something was wrong and shimmied rearend for better alignment. Company paid for two tires. Now it handles great. Wonder how many accidents happened in cars with similar problem. Couldn't believe how hard it was to control on a road with slight snow coverage. Dealer saw other cars with similar problems. 2
The car pulls to the left/right. The steering wheel is sticky.when the wheel is left straight, it will go straight but a small turn to left/right results in very jerky and unsafe ride for higher mileage speed. It is incredibly difficult to drive for longer period of time and on icy roads due to driving behavior. Hyundai says it is because of the electronic power steering. I don't care if it is that. It jerks to left/right while driving which is painful. I have changed tires and brakes thinking those were the culprit. This needs to be fixed before someone gets in a wreck and die.
I was driving my elantra when the ems elec. Stability control light came on and the auto began to shake as I was driving. The road was dry and weather was regular. It feels as if the auto is driving on flat wheels or on ice. I lose stability in my steering. I have taken my auto to hyundai twice. They claim they there computers can't find any errors. This is an issue that randomly occur and can't be created at will. I don't feel safe driving while these incidents happen. I've found similar complaints of this issue online with other elantra 2011 customer. Hyundai doesn't want to acknowledge that there is an issue with the electronic stability control and steering.
When vehicle is at any speed, the steering just off of center is a really quick jerk. Driving straight is no problem at all, but as soon as any correction is made right or left at any speed, the car quickly jerks. On icy roads, it is very difficult to control, and extremely tiring even on dry straight roads. The car is very quiet to drive and gets great mileage, but is a little scary at times. I feel there is a design error that needs to be remedied. This will kill people...
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