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2014 Hyundai Sonata: clunking or noise when steering

9 of the 750 complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Sonata describe clunking or noise when steering.

owner complaints
9
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
97,000
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 6 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Clunking or noise when steering by model year

What owners say

Filed Apr 1, 2026 · Steering · 79,000 miles · NH

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after driving over a pothole, the steering wheel became difficult to handle, with a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was opened. The approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed Apr 8, 2025 · Airbags, Steering · AL

I am having an issue with the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly in my 2014 Hyundai Sonata. I see that there is a recall on the 2011-2014 Elantra vehicles, 2011-2013 Sonata vehicles, and 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid vehicles for up to 15 years, but my 2014 Sonata is having the same issue. My car is not a hybrid, but what do I need to do in order to get this covered? Everything that the recall is describing is going on with my vehicle. The airbag light stays on, a non-functional horn, and/or inoperative steering wheel controls, the steering column makes a noise when turned.

Filed Jan 16, 2022 · Steering · IL

The coupling linkage in the steering system has a piece that is deteriorating. This causes the steering mechanism to slip and then clunks into place after turning the wheel a few centimeters. I have spoken with the mechanic about this he states this is a common issue with the Hyundai vehicles. The replacement of the part is extremely cheap but the labor cost is huge as the steering column has to be opened up and closed.

Filed Sep 19, 2019 · Steering · 97,000 miles · MS

When turning the steering wheel it makes a clicking or knocking noise. Maybe the rubber coupler is worn out.

Filed Apr 22, 2019 · Steering · 115,000 miles · FL

Around 115,000 miles my 2014 sonata developed a loud clicking from steering column when turning or going over sharp bump. Steering has developed some "play" (no steering response) in wheel-neutral position. Problem is getting worse over time.

Filed Mar 28, 2019 · Steering · 108,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 hyundai sonata. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel made a clicking sound. In addition, the vehicle also veered from left to right and right to left. The vehicle was taken to holler hyundai (1150 north orlando avenue, winter park, fl 32789, (407) 628-4343) where it was diagnosed that the steering coupling needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.

Filed Nov 28, 2018 · Lights, Steering · 144,000 miles · AL

The steering wheel keeps clicking when you turn it and hitting bumps in the road. Cause it to jam an be in safe

Filed Jul 24, 2018 · Steering · 17 miles · FL

Noticed while parked in driveway, turning steering wheel left or right a clunking sound observed...also noticed clunk while driving at low speed in city, turning left or right? Car just went over 40k miles after 4 years of use, purchased new. Went to hyundai forums page, this seems to be an on going problem in sonata's years 2011-2014.

Filed Nov 18, 2017 · Steering · 40,322 miles · FL

The car making very bad clicking noise in the steering column

Questions about the 2014 Hyundai Sonata steering noise

Is clunking or noise when steering a common problem on the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?

9 of 750 owner complaints about the 2014 Hyundai Sonata (1%) mention clunking or noise when steering. The model year with the most reports is 2011.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2014 Hyundai Sonata?

There are 0 recalls and 6 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2014 Hyundai Sonata

Engine failure 97Check engine light 86Stalling 78Knocking 68Headlights 60Loss of power 42Fire or smoke 41Won't start 25Oil consumption 21Warning lights 17Hesitation 15Won't shift 14ABS 13Grinding brakes 11Fuel pump 11Fuel smell 10Airbag light 9Brake failure 8Fuel leak 8Adaptive cruise 7Door locks 7Jerking 7Overheating 7Seat belt 7Pulling 7Sunroof shattered 7Steering lock-up 6No deployment 5Harsh shifting 5Misfire 5Tire blowout 5Transmission failure 5

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