Steering gets locked while driving cannot make rite or left turns as needed, also it makes knockings sound while turning. Car got 45ooo miles & got 6-7 recalls for deferent items, very dangerous, almost involved in accident couple of times. Called dealer, they said is not cover in warranty & it cost $500 to 1000 depend on parts, labor required.
2011 Hyundai Sonata steering complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making a left turn, the steering wheel failed to operate as designed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact manually turned the steering to the left and to the right and the steering wheel resumed normal function. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the manufacturer nor the dealer were contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 126,000.
Front driver strut coil spring broke while parked . Power steering assist motor coupling gear broke .
There is a thumping coming from the driver front wheel area when going over minor bumps. Upon turning the steering wheel left or right when at a stop there is a cluncking sound. Driving around 55 car shakes. Suspect steering coupler
When I was driving and going to do a turn the wheel turn to the other side by itself. I went to the hyundai dealership on route four to get a diagnostic. They replaced my steering column and my brakes.
While driving there is a noticeable "clicking" noise, especially while turning the vehicle. And it is getting louder. Has been occurring the past two months.
My engine light has been on for 6 months and I had the timer sensor replaced twice. And it is still on. My car steering wheel vibrates at times. The steering wheel makes a cracking noise while parking or pulling out. Also my airbag light has been on continuous for 6 months over the steering wheel. Keep taking it to the shop and told to check recalls but my car is never listed.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the steering wheel was shaking violently, without warning. The contact contacted dick smith hyundai (825 congaree rd, greenville, sc 29607, (864) 284-7777) where they informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under an unknown recall for the steering column. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 164,295.
Hard to steer and control, there is a clicking sound when in motion. It is constant weather I'm driving in the city or hwy. It's been happen for over 2 mos. But just started to get worse. It doesn't seem to matter what speed I'm going.
My steering wheel shakes and my radio blew out and the airbag light is on and won't go out. I'm
I starting hearing a clicking then the car lost all power, steering was so stiff, brakes would not prss down I was able to get off the road then smoke was pouring out the front. I could smell wires buring we pour water down in the motor but the hoses were still hot to the touch. The car will not restart. I scared me to death in so glad I slowed down. I bought the car less than 1yr ago. Dont dealers have to check these things. I'm so frustrated. Should not be allowed to sell a car if you know theres an open recall. I'm thankful my kids werent with me.
The airbag light has been on and the steering has slowly gotten really loose and making clicking sounds. It now almost hitches when you turn it and our mechanic said it was unsafe to drive. The buttons on the steering wheel do not work either. We had our personal mechanic look at it and he found the extended warranty info from old recalls. He also called the dealer and they confirmed the extended warranty info on both the steering and the airbag. We then took it from our personal mechanic to the dealer and the dealer said it was not covered under the extended warranty due to the incorrect code during diagnostics. The charge is going to be $1950.00 to fix it as it needs a whole new steering column and coupler and something else. We have had so many recalls fixed on this car that it's getting ridiculous. I love how they "recall" and pay for the little things, but not this big things that is serious and dangerous. We have received a letter stating that the engine could seize so just waiting for that to happen .... Not a very happy hyundai customer at the moment. We will not pay the $1950.00 and I will for sure keep fighting this battle. Hyundai should stand behind their products and it's obvious something is wrong as so many people have documented the same problems. They need to make this right and fix it before someone gets seriously injured.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that while her mother was driving, the steering detached from the steering column. The vehicle was towed to her mother's residence and was later towed to mccombs superior hyundai located at 4800 nw interstates 410 loop, san antonio, tx 78229, to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the linkage from the steering column detached and needed to be replaced. The technician was unable to determine the cause for the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that it would be a week to two weeks before someone would get back to the vehicle owner. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 165,000.
Drivers side seatbelt pops lose. It was supposed to be replaced under recall169. It happens when I'm driving. My break lights burn out a lot faster than usual ( 2 weeks). The back passenger side light burned the plastic unit where the light bulb is inserted. There is a crack in my steering wheel cup which seems to be a common problem with this vehicle and I think it should be a recall on that as well.
Started to drive on a highway, vehicle cut off in motion. It will not turn back on anymore
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai sonata. The contact stated that the power steering was inoperable. The contact attempted to drive the vehicle however, the steering wheel failed to turn. The contact was unable to drive the vehicle. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.
I went to go park and my gear shifter broke, it was stuck in reverse. Once part of dash was removed the cable link that is connected to the shifter broke off. This was a terrible inconvenience.
Car makes clunking/shaking/rattling sound while driving, more noticeable when going over 60mph or turning the wheel. Does not feel safe. Steering wheel rattles in your hand and vibrates the entire car.
Steering makes a loud "clunk" when turning right or left. It is noticeable when stationary, but quite loud when moving. I am afraid to drive the car.
The steering wheel has been making this vibrating noise especially when you get up to a speed of 70. It shakes violently and there is always a clicking noise when you turn the steering wheel. It almost feels like the steering wheel is going to come off. If there is a bump or pothole in the road it will shake and just continue shaking violently in your hands. This is a common problem and hyundai wants to charge around $400 to replace a rubber piece in the steering wheel.
Steering wheel makes a noise. When turned. Car ride is bumpy on inspection mechanic said I need steering column replaced and I need left front lower control arm replaced, front sway bar links need replacement. Almost $2000 expense. This car has 132000 miles on it . I took care of car rotate the tires did preventive maintenance.the vehicle has very bumpy ride when turned makes noise.
Eps check engine ABS and wheel lineament lights are all on and my wheels sound horrible hitting a small bump
Steering wheel makes noise and has play in it. While jacked up, the wheel makes the suspension shake. Noise is while hitting potholes, making turns and while sitting still turning the wheels. I bought car used. Had regular maintenance and tires just rotated within past month.
Purchased the vehicle today and odometer reads different than reports. Report show it should 151,000 while the dash shows 92,583.
Clicking in steering wheel now wobble.
When I turn steering wheel it makes the loud sound. My windshield only works on fast mode. Try to call the place I got it from they don't know what's going on. They want to keep it over night but can't get ahold of anymore for them to get it. They will not return my calls. The been going on since I got the car.
Steering vibrates and becomes erratic when changing lanes or over gravel/rough roads. Dealer tells me it is a function of the speed controlled device, appears to be controlled by computer. Speed up or dwn triggers violent shaking.
Front axel worn out.
There's a clicking sound in the steering column of my vehicle, first it was a problem with the cruise control system now it's the steering column. Stationary and in motion.
Engine has been replaced 2 times doing 65 MPH on freeway loses power in addition air bag light is on when they had car for 3 weeks they gave it back and said they didn't know what was wrong with airbags I had vehicle towed there 2 days ago again and spoke to [xxx] at palm springs hyundai and he said they were trying to figure out problem with engine they installed and if I wanted him to diagnose airbags problems it would be a 150 diagnosis fee they had the car there the first time for 3 weeks and released it and til my daughter that they could not figure it out airbags issues are dangerous if they are not working correctly and deploy on freeway I told [xxx] service guy this but he giggled and said it would cost 150 dollars diagnostic fee which he said they checked several months ago I lent my daughter who drives my 8 year old grandson my vehicle because I was concerned of their safety I am a cancer patient and need a vehicle to get back and forth to my doctors when I asked [xxx] about a rental he brushed me off and said there were none available at this point I am going to call abc investigative reporters because I am at a wits end I really need help with this matter thank you [xxx] airbags also [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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