There is looseness/excessive play in the steering, causing a jerkiness motion side-to-side with minimal movement of the steering wheel. There is also a clunking noise when turning and when going over bumps in the road, sometimes the bumps cause the steering wheel to jerk to the side resulting in the car veering to the left or right. When this occurs traveling at a higher speed, I'm afraid it could result in either veering into the ditch or into oncoming traffic. I had my mechanic inspect the issue, thinking it was a suspension problem, but was informed it was a faulty "steering column flexible coupler" that is a known issue with this particular vehicle. This steering issue seems to be getting worse and worse by the day.

- Neenah, WI, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while her husband was driving 30 mph, the EPS warning light was illuminated, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The driver was able to continue driving to the residence. The contact stated she also experienced the same failure while driving. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed it was an electronic failure. The contact towed the vehicle to local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the electronic steering assembly to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V190000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

- Luray, VA, USA

The contact's father owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his father was attempting to make a turn, the electric power steering failed, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed as a steering column failure. The contact was informed that the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,181.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

My eps light came on in my car and my car wouldn-€™t steer and just shut off

- West Columbia, SC, USA

The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, an abnormally loud popping sound was heard inside the vehicle and the steering wheel was shaking and vibrating while driving at high speeds. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and the vehicle was diagnosed with an intermediate shaft failure. The contact was informed that the intermediate shaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

- Highland Park, MI, USA

My eps (electric power steering) light and traction light came on and the steering wheel locked up.

- Griffin, GA, USA

After purchasing this car in 2018, I learned this vehicle had many recalls. After disagreements and arguments Hyundai, supposedly installed a brand new engine. I was then notified that I would have to pay out of pocket for the other 'recalls' on this vehicle. After more debates and arguments they cleared out all of the 'recalls' on this vehicle as if they were fixed, and they were not fixed. This is a safety hazard and needs to be investigated. I still have many issues with the 'so-called' recalls such as airbags, driver seatbelt and steering column.

- Morris, CT, USA

I bought my vehicle from a local dealership a week ago. The horn and none of the features on the steering wheel work. The front panel of the steering wheel feels lose. I also smell gas often and my left muffler smokes and I sometimes smell burning rubber. Navigation does not work as it should and my xm features don't work because of a bad xm antenna (shark fin.) there is vibration in the steering when braking. My tire pressure light blinks and then stays on. The key doesn't operate the locks sometimes.

- Ronda, NC, USA

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.

- Livingston, NJ, USA

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.

- Waukegan, IL, USA

Front driver strut coil spring broke while parked. Power steering assist motor coupling gear broke.

- Newton, WI, USA

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

- Streamwood, IL, USA

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.

- Elmwood Park, NJ, USA

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.

- Salem Lakes, WI, USA

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.

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

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.

- Greenville, SC, USA

My steering wheel shakes and my radio blew out and the airbag light is on and won't go out. I'm

- Philadelphia, PA, USA

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.

- Oregonia, OH, USA

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.

- Iberia, MO, USA

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 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 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.

- Billings, MT, USA