The rubber coupler in the steering column has failed and is causing play in the steering wheel. This was diagnosed by a third-party service center, not a Hyundai dealer. When this was reported to the dealer's service center, they said that Hyundai would only replace this component under warranty for vehicles with a milage under 100,000.
2012 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints
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The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 30-40 MPH, the steering wheel made abnormal clunking sounds. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
Steering wheel clunks side to side, then at 40 mph it vibrates bad. This is a major driving hazard. from what I have read the manufacture is aware and is not recalling the motor driven power steering.
The issue is a thump in the steering column as you turn the steering wheel slightly from left to right and vice versa. Appears to be the steering column coupling. I have seen several videos on the issue and recalls for similar Hyundai vehicles. Unsure if this is a safety risk. The issue has not been confirmed by a dealer. There are no warning lights associated with this issue. The has not been inspected by anyone. Thank You.
When driving/start my car, the steering making sound and loosen as if the steering wheel is not stable. I took the car to a mechanic shop, I was told that they have had lots of complain about the same issue, that I need to take it to Hyundai dealer, they are the only one that can fix the problem.
Bought vehicle in 2020 and Power steering failure occurred in May 2021. Mechanic confirmed the problem and said it would be $1100 to repair. The EBS light is always on and it was not on prior to the power steering being lost. Having no power steering is putting everyone at risk. This vehicle is the only one we have for our family and commute to work takes a little over an hour.
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a steering delay after the steering wheel was turned with the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.
My steering column makes a clicking noise and the cruise control comes on when it wants to also the horn won't work on the steering wheel, and I was in an accident where I got hit in the front and the airbag didn't even deploy
The sterring wheel makes a noise and sounds crazy every time you tuen it back and fourth the windows wont go down on there own and i replaced the fuse so that electric the gas goes down everytime i fill up its goes down to half tank like its eating the gas
The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel made clicking sounds while turning the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
The steering wheel became stiff and car was undrivable and I almost crashed.
Steering in this car intermittently goes in and out making it impossible to steer the car
I live in missouri where they still have vehicle inspections to renew tags for legally driving. Got in the vehicle and started it I then try to use the steering wheel controls to change radio station would not work then tried the other side of the steering wheel to make a phone call and it wouldn't work then I tried the horn and it would not work. I looked up the problem and what I found is that it's whats called the airbag clockspring so there for the airbag in the steering wheel will not deploy in the case of an accident I have researched that my vehicle is not the only one and with this issue it is very unsafe and will not pass inspection in my state
This vehicle has the same power steering defect as other hyundai vehicles covered under hyundai recalls. The steering wheel decouples with the power steering due to a disintegrating rubber component. Loss of vehicle control and death of the occupants is possible. Problem manifests as a 'clicking' or 'clinking' in the steering wheel when turned, with worsening loss of control of the vehicle.
One day I noticed that my steering wheel was loose and it was making a clicking noise. One another occasion, while I was driving, my vehicle I noticed that all of a sudden the airbag light came on. I thought that it was a minor electrical malfunction (because my flat tire light has been on for years and I never know when I really have a flat), so I ignored it until I went to use my horn to alert an approaching vehicle of my presence, and it didn't work. It hasn't worked properly since. If I use my keys to lock the door it will beep, but if I attempt to use the horn itself I get nothing.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. The contact stated that the steering column was clicking while driving. The failure caused the steering to veer from center whenever the vehicle went over bumps in the roadway. The contact stated that the vehicle would veer off into the other lane. The contact called tameron honda (1675 montgomery hwy, birmingham, al 35216, (205) 236-5414) and was informed that the warranty had expired and that the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer had not been contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 126,000.
When coming to a stop a pulsating motion, similar to a warped brake rotor, was felt. The steering flex coupler partially disintegrated causing approx. 1/4 turn slack in steering wheel. Coupler was replaced on 8/5/2020. I did not suffer any damage,but I absolutely believe that this design is far more dangerous than the toyota air bag design.
Since the day I purchased this car with zero miles it would randomly cut off and it would do that even when in drive like it wasnt getting gas. It would not turn over then after 20-30 min it would start right back up and this started right away and has done that ever since. I also had the o2 censor replaced as well. The tires are awful the suspension is even worse then my air bag light cut on out of nowhere and now my steering column is totally messed up. Directly behind the airbag. It clacks back n forth as you move the steering wheel even ever so slightly. If I hit my brakes the wheel shakes and the column rattles and clacks, if I go over bumps in the road or rr tracks same thing, the entire steering wheel shakes violently and rattles and clanks. I have been told by three different shops that this is a common issue with this car and design. The steering column was poorly designed and is going to break if I dont have it replaced. The cost to have this done is almost $1000 and it shouldnt be an issue I have to pay for bc of the poor design. There has been nothing done to the car on my end to cause this and I need help asap bc its my only car and I do not have $1000 to pay to fix a bad steering column that shouldnt be breaking to begin with!
Slack in the steering wheel, with vehicle running or turned off. Makes a clunking noise when turned either left or right.
This is the second time this happens to me. The eps light turns on, the steering wheel gets tight. So the power steering disconnects from the engine. You literally can't steer. This last time it happened I was driving down a grade at night. If incoming traffic would of been coming I would have crashed into them or go down the cliff. The power steering was replaced once by dealer already less than a year ago. This car is un safe and I refuse to drive it any more. I was able to push it in neutral to the shoulder once I put it in park the car shook and it shut down.
Clunking noise when turning the steering wheel either left or right. This happens while being stationary as well as in motion. There is a minor bit of play in the steering wheel as well. After researching it appears to be the steering wheel flexible coupler. I will be replacing it and giving feedback on the outcome.
Steering clicks
So my car all of a sudden started making a strange popping noise while driving the vehicle. Everytime I would turn my steering wheel at a certain angle the wheel would pop. As I drove the car it would continue to make this awful noise until one day im driving down the road and it popped and the steering jerked my car out of the lane . Driving home the wheel was rather stiff and I worried constantly about getting in an accident . My reason for the steering issue is I worry someone will be driving the car and it jerk them into a car coming from the other side of the road which will result in a head on collision. Second issue is the electronical system in general. Everytime I start my car it doesnt start all the way and it dies out mid driving ., I ended up pulling out of an up hill parking lot and not being able to stop the car at the stop sign because the car died out after I had it in drive. I had to pull up and bump the curb in order to stop the car from rolling out into oncoming traffic while leaving the parking lot. I am not sure if its dealing with the ignition in general but that would definatley be a saftey concern. My other issue is the airbag light will not go off. After a certain milage the light came on and I can not get any mechanic to even attempt to fix it over fear of air bag deployment and having to total the vehicle upon repair. I am seriously terrified if I get into a vehicle accident the air bags wont go off at all and it will result in either a really severe injury or even be fatal from airbag failure .
Clicking/thumbing noise when you turn steering wheel either way. Was told steering coupling issue, cost approx. $600 to repair. It looks like numerous people have reported. Should be recalled by now, especially since the dealership states it's a safety issue!! Numerous lights keep going out, was told it was a wiring issue! Airbag light on dash on.
The steering column is making a clunking noise. May need to replace whole steering column in case it goes out.
My 2012 hyundai elantra has started with loose steering and a loud clunking noise each time the wheel is turned either way. I have contacted the dealership and they said my warranty is not covered. I have read a number of complaints about the same problem from other owners. I have also asked multiple of mechanics and they have said the same thing that hyundai elantras are know for steering wheel problems. The dealership wants $135.00 to look at it, I'm sure it's a manufacturing problem and should be recalled or covered. This occurs when in motion or stationary. If your on the highway going at a high speed it feels unsafe and your putting your family at risk.
When trying to steer straight especially at highway speeds the steering is difficult to move the slight amount necessary to continue going straight.
Noisy steering.play in wheel . Noises as tured left and right. Either still or on motion. Clicking/clunking sound. Saw video about steering coupling. That seems to be the sound ...to my untrained ear.
Hyundai elantra 2012 gls shutting off while driving at low speed or at stopped, stopping, loosing control of your car at low speed no breaks or steering wheel, or speedometer after turning the car on..
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed that the steering wheel made popping noises and the steering warning indicator illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who stated that the repairs would be expensive; however, the vehicle was still able to be driven. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. No further assistance was offered. The contact stated that the noises worsened and the vehicle's horn no longer functioned. In addition, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. While the vehicle was at a light, the vehicle ahead of her began to reverse instead of moving forward. The contact attempted to sound the horn, but it was defective. The rear of the preceding vehicle collided with the front end of the contact's vehicle. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The contact settled the matter through the insurance company. The day after the crash, the steering wheel completely seized and the contact was unable to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The contact associated the air bag failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v115000 (air bags, structure); however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the crash. The failure mileage was 145,000.
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