ABS and traction control lights always on. Dealership stated a faulty right rear wheel bearing sensor faulty was the cause and needed to be replaced. This caused a problem with the ABS and traction control systems. Hyundai has issued a recall for ABS/traction control for my vehicle's make model year, but not my exact trim.
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe steering problems
20 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 54,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 20
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 54,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Electric power assist system1
At what mileage
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Hyundai Santa Fe steering problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe steering
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Steering Shaft Universal Joint Failure
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE12-029 based on one complaint alleging that a fastener became loose in the steering shaft of a model year (MY) 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicle and related Early Warning Reporting field report data.In it's response to ODI's information request letter for PE12-029, Hyundai identified a total of four incidents of steering shaft universal joint failure in early production MY 2011 Santa Fe vehicles, including the incidents that had been identified by ODI. Two of the failures occurred at low mileage early in 2011, shortly after vehicle sale, leading to Hyundai's initial investigation.Hyundai attributed the failures to operator error at the vehicle assembly plant in failing to fully assemble the universal joint to the steering column shaft before tightening the universal pinch bolt.The company inspected 680 vehicles at the assembly plant as part of its initial investigation and found no additional indications of improper steering shaft assembly. Hyundai implemented changes in the assembly process to ensure proper steering shaft assembly, including the use of a go/no go Gap Gauge to ensure that the universal joint knuckle is fully assembled to the steering column shaft before being fastened.Hyundai believes that the improper assembly affected only a few vehicles and that joints that were not properly assembled should have already failed and the likelihood of additional failures is remote.None of the failures involved vehicles produced after the Gap Gauge implementation on April 27, 2011 and no additional failures have been reported since October 2012.Hyundai will notify ODI if any additional failures are reported to the company through the end of 2013.A safety-related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.Accordingly, this investigation is closed.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety-related defect does not exist.The agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
PE12029
What 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the contact stated smoke was coming from the steering column. The contact drove the vehicle back to their residence. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to local dealer (horne hyundai 1360 e auto center dr, apache junction, az 85119 (480) 771-8213) where it was diagnosed with needing turn signals to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of failure. The failure mileage was approximately 106,000.
Steering wheel left side deteriorating. Hole already. Concerned it may come apart causing an accident. I reported to browns hyundai where I have has service for 10 years. My extended warranty was 10 years and 100,000 miles. Under 10 years but over mileage. Others seem to have experienced :https://www.hyundai-forums.com/threads/official-steering-wheel-peeling-thread.146456/; https://www.hyundai-forums.com/threads/steering-wheel-peeling-and-its-not-leather.228945/. Dealer tried to get hyundai to allow a goodwill assistance but they refused. Concerned this steering wheel will come apart.
Nothing has happened so far, my complaint is that every 4-6 months, I need to buy parts for my santa fe. It starts with a knock on the right front end of the car. I need to get to work, so I take my time getting there. I also was about to get on the highway, and the spring broke on the on ramp. I see all the horror stories about this model hyundai with issues with the front end . I can send you repair bills of what parts have been replaced over the last 5 years.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai santa fe. While making a right turn, the steering wheel seized. There were no warning indicators illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be duplicated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 95,000. *tt updated 10/5/18
The vehicle was moving about 35mph on a street when the power steering high pressure line failed, we were traveling on a straight road and by the time I heard the whining of the pump, the power steering fluid had leaked out and of course we lost power steering. The failure was due to corrosion of the the metal pipe where the it couples to the flexible hose from the pump. Fortunately this only resulted in having to drive home without power steering. The high pressure line was replace by a local shop. The vehicle has 67k miles on it and has not been used in any extreme corrosive environment. I contacted hyundai to report this as well, waiting for a response.
My multi stalk switch is smoking and constantly clicking as if my blinker is on. It also causes my signal lights to come on and stick. This is happening the whole time the car is running. It first started smoking yesterday while I was driving on the highway, and it also smokes when the car is parked. I believe this to be a huge hazard because I am afraid it will start a fire.
2011 hyundai santa fe stalls, loses power, will not accelerate, gives no warning. This could cause a major accident and multiple deaths. This happens suddenly while driving along city streets and highways and while turning.
I purchased this car brand new, and I have been having problems from the beginning. I was told at first that it was a defective automatic starter which was removed, and was never replaced for fear of experiencing such an episode. I would be driving, and suddenly the car will shut off. I would have people honking, and cursing at me for almost causing an accident. Several times I had to swerve to avoid hitting pedestrians when the car stalls. I have taken the car back to the dealership with no avail, because the problem does not happen when they have the car. I only drive the car for short distances for fear of getting stuck on the highway etc. Recently my son borrowed my car and was almost killed on the road when the car stalled with him. Luckily, he was able to steer the vehicle to the side of the road. Needless to say, he refused to drive the car back home for fear of losing his life. I do not want to sell this car knowing the dangers it can cause, and I know that the dealer will not give me much for it at this point. This problem needs to be addressed especially if there were any accidents or deaths involving sante fes. The speed of the vehicle would vary from 10 to 35 miles in the city, sometimes it happened while driving straight, or while turning a corner. It has been the case in any weather with my last incident occurring on 10/11/16.
I noticed my steering wheel had play in it and when braking would severly shake.. Took to hyundai dealer and they stated I needed a coupler and intermediate shaft and bolts to be replaced. My vehicle has roughly 77,000 miles.I had to pay for repair since this was a safety issue. Now there is a recal regarding power steering. I have had this car for over 2 years with nothing but saftey concerns.
Questions about the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe steering
Does the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe have steering problems?
Owners have filed 20 complaints about the steering of the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe steering problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 54,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe steering?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Hyundai Santa Fe have bad steering?
The Hyundai Santa Fe model years with the most steering complaints are 2013 (95 complaints), 2014 (52 complaints) and 2007 (38 complaints).
Other 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe problems
Engine 72Electrical 25Acceleration 24Brakes 22Transmission 21Suspension 16Lights 14Body 10Fuel system 8Airbags 7Driver assistance 7Visibility 6Wheels 4Locks 1Seat belts 1Tires 1
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