2012 Hyundai Elantra Steering Problems
- 54
- 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 54 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 25 records
- power steering · 7 records
- left right · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- steering column · 5 records
- notified failure · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 60–100k mi | 12 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
The steering column is making a clunking noise. May need to replace whole steering column in case it goes out.
ODI 11297083
Steering
When trying to steer straight especially at highway speeds the steering is difficult to move the slight amount necessary to continue going straight.
ODI 11277388
Steering
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…
ODI 11288801
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
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..
ODI 11265942
Steering
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.
ODI 11266620
Steering
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 (64,000 miles). I have read a number of complaints about the same problem from other owners. They want $135.00 to look at it, i'm sure it's a manufacturing problem and should be recalled or covered. This occurs when in…
ODI 11254424
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
As i backed out of a parking place and attempted to stop the car in reverse to check the area behind me, the car stalled out completely, the engine stopped and the brakes would not respond and seemed stuck. I put the car back in park and turned it off, then finally on the third try, the engine engaged and i had control of the car, moved back into the parking place and then managed to back out normally and proceed.
ODI 11197216
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Steering
Takata recall for my hyundai elantra 2012. Found the recall on credit karma. Brakes
ODI 11183574
Steering
The steering wheel started making noises when turning and has gradually gotten tougher to turn as if the power steering has failed.
ODI 11172336
Steering
Steering is extremely difficult to turn while driving and making loud thud and clicking noises. I understand the rubber coupling may be to blame and hyundai refuses to pay for cost of repair. This should be a recall as it's placing people's lives in danger. I drive with my 1-year-old son in this dangerous situation. It's appalling that hyundai has not recalled this problem with the immense amount of documented…
ODI 11204888
Steering
Been taking to dealership for this a few times was told no problem. Took car to sears they informed me of a 'recall' for this issue. It's in fact not a recall just something hyundai added to the warranty. I had to have sears tell me so i can tell the dealership. My car is at 99,000 miles and i believe dealership was waiting for 100k to tell me the problem so they could charge me. Description below: the mdps (motor…
ODI 11161913
Air Bags · Steering · Unknown Or Other
The streing wheel making noise. Sounds like it is going to fall off. It sound like this when driving.
Crash reported
ODI 11150990
Electrical System · Steering · Wheels
My car highlights has went out several times and i have replaced the lights and they still goes out . And the brakes lights goes out, and now my rack pinyon is gone out. This car has cost me more money than its worth
ODI 11128611
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 hyundai elantra. While driving 10 mph, the contact heard an abnormal clunking noise while making a right turn and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. In addition, the electronic stability control and power steering indicators illuminated. When the vehicle was restarted, it operated normally. The vehicle was taken to hyundai of new port richey (3936 us highway 19, new port richey,…
ODI 11122676
Steering
While driving car steering wheel makes a clicking sound. Called hyundai was told to call service let service departments know the problem is txx7 mdps cuppling. Advised not sure if covered with my100,000 warranty ask service dept. Case #1484920
ODI 11115158
Electronic Stability Control · Service Brakes · Steering
Well i bought the car used and later found out it had a recall on it.... Sometimes when i press the breaks it seem like it flooding and be pulling to the right and making noises underneath near tires.. It also have a sensor lights on.
ODI 11115645
Air Bags · Horn · Steering
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…
Crash reported
ODI 11256176
Steering
Steering wheel is wobbly. My mechanic said he couldn't fix. Need to take to dealership
ODI 11100404
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
Steering wheel clicks when moved either left or right, even when not moving.
ODI 11085127
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
My steering is loose and the wheel clunks and rattles. Sometimes it feels like the steering wheel will come right off. I can hit the slightest bump and it will rattle and shake like i ran over a huge pot hole. Also, when i'm driving the car will suddenly slow down and whine like i hit the brakes even when i didn't. I was almost rear-ended when i hit the gas but the car decided it wanted to suddenly slow down a few…
ODI 11075210
Air Bags · Steering
Attempted to switch lanes on the highway at 55mph. Switched lanes successfully, but could not straight the steering back straight, causing crash into concrete barrier! Airbags did not deploy upon impact. Airbags deployed after bouncing back off of the concrete barrier.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11047330
Steering
STEERING IS LOOSE - HARD TO HANDLE
ODI 11048574
Steering
The steering in my 2012 elantra sticks while driving on straight on straight roads at speeds over 40-50 mph. This vehicle is equipped with electronic power steering and it feels like a magnet breaking free from a metal surface when trying to navigate. A resistance is always present at higher speeds. Constant correction is mandatory or i feel the steering wheel won't break free. This is a very dangerous situation.…
ODI 11054223
Air Bags · Steering
Airbag warning light came on as i was driving. It would come on and off at first, but now it stays on the whole time the car is on. Car shakes excessively, especially when idle.
ODI 11064760
Air Bags · Service Brakes · Steering
Takata recall. When driving up to 40 mph my steering wheel starts making some funny noise and it shakes really bad at the same time.
ODI 11183228