2011 Hyundai Elantra Steering Problems
- 39
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 39 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 17 records
- steering column · 10 records
- clicking noise · 8 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- left right · 7 records
- power steering · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
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.
ODI 10778839
Engine · Steering
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…
ODI 10664139
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
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…
ODI 10608817
Steering · Suspension
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…
ODI 10609439
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
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.
ODI 10881578
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
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…
ODI 10535657
Electronic Stability Control · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
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.…
ODI 10508736
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…
ODI 10503477
Steering
The steering has a sticky spot in it which you have to pull to get out of which makes you swerve the car to do so. It pulls to the right or the left. It makes it really hard to stay on the road. It "road walks" badly. I have seen many complaints for this year model. I believe it is the vsm on the vehicle. I believe it is very dangerous i am going to end up in a wreck trying to hold the car on the road. *tr
ODI 10501915
Steering
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.…
ODI 10576034
Steering
Vehicle suddenly became difficult to steer, especially at low speeds and when braking, just left and right of center. Feels as if the power assist is either failing or resisting - requires undue effort to turn the wheel. The problem continued and dealership replaced the steering column and the eps unit. Problem was not resolved, but now dealership service dept. States that even though it is a common complaint they…
ODI 10444724
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving approximately 70 mph, the contact abruptly applied pressure to the brakes and the vehicle shifted abnormally to the right lane. The failure was recurring. The dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed and the manufacturer agreed however, took a complaint on the contacts behalf but provided not further assistance. The current…
ODI 10399995
Steering
The computerized steering in this vehicle results in the wheels being pulled to the left or right. Dealer says that they can't find any problem; this is just a characteristic of the car. Possible safety issue here. *tr
ODI 10410207
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 hyundai elantra. While driving various speeds, the contact stated the vehicle would pull to the left making it difficult to control. The contact had to use excessive force in order to control the vehicle. The contact was awaiting a service appointment with the dealer. The manufacturer was not notified. None of the repairs were performed. The current mileage was 7,450 and the failure…
ODI 10445637