10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
10 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
9 / 1
Average Mileage:
39,904 miles

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problem #156

Jul 012017

Sonata

  • miles
Car shakes a little bit at highway speeds. The problem is a loud popping noise when turning. Typically in parking lots at slower speeds. Do not hear the popping when driving ever. You can also sit in the car with the car running, turn the wheel either direction and when you turn the wheel back you can feel and hear the popping in the steering wheel and continue going back and forth producing the popping noise and vibration with every turn of the wheel. Had everything checked at private mechanic and the inner tie rods were replaced. Did not resolve the issue. The car had the engine replaced at 90000 miles related to another recall. Charged me 400 dollars for a new starter at that time when nothing was wrong with the starter prior to the engine seizing. The car now has 99900 miles on it, but the popping noise has been present since 94000 miles. One mechanic says it is rack and pinion another is saying eps needs replaced. I am calling the dealership tomorrow but both are costly repairs and a safety issue. Now the traction control light is on.

- Grand Tower, IL, USA

problem #155

Oct 092017

Sonata

  • 58,000 miles
Was at a repair shop last week and was told I needed to look into a recall for my steering wheel. It makes a loud noise when adjusted or when wheel turned like a clunk noise. When I checked my VIN # it showed no recall. So now I' am a bit concerned that maybe my VIN, make and model didn't show affected by this recall but is affected. Thank you

- Norfolk, VA, USA

problem #154

Aug 312017

Sonata

  • 113,487 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving above 60 mph, there was an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an unknown tire shop. The mechanic replaced all four tires, mounted, and balanced the wheels; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to rick case Hyundai roswell (11446 alpharetta hwy, roswell, ga 30076, (855) 254-5294) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the steering coupler failed. The vehicle was previously repaired per a warranty program; however, the vehicle exceeded the 100,000 mile limitation. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 113,487.

- Duluth, GA, USA

problem #153

Sep 062017

Sonata

  • miles
When driving on highway or speeds over 55 mph steering doesn't seem to adjust its hard to take turns when going over bumps or uneven roads the steering wheel rattles it's scary to drive on highways because of the hard time turning on the highway

- Stone Mountain, GA, USA

problem #152

Aug 072017

Sonata

  • 26,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the steering column made an abnormal noise and felt loose. The failure occurred without warning. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 26,000.

- Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

problem #151

May 292017

Sonata

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while making left or right turns, he heard a clicking noise in the steering wheel. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to gerald jones Honda located at 4022 Washington rd, martinez, ga 30907, (706) 228-7000 but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was invalid.

- Wren, GA, USA

problem #150

Aug 012017

Sonata

  • 25,000 miles
The Hyundai Sonata 2.0T limited 2013 sedan has a lose stirring wheel - which causes wandering from left to right and vice versa at low and high speeds - the driver has to constantly keep adjusting the car which is not only dangerous but also causes fatigue especially on long routes. Many have complained online about this issue but Hyundai is dodging the issue by saying its as per specs or you aren't used to power/electronic stirring. [the car will not maintain a straight line you can be holding the wheel with all might or let go and see it wander to one side even without needing wheel alignment] the shocks are also too hard on the car resulting in a rough/bumpy ride

- Rockville, MD, USA

problem #149

Jun 112017

Sonata

  • 20,000 miles
I was driving 65 mph on the garden state parkway southbound in the middle lane returning home from yankee stadium. Without any warning my car lost all power and was barely able to pull the car over to the shoulder of the highway avoiding several cars traveling at highway speed. Seven weeks later I am still awaiting car repairs from circle Hyundai in shrewsbury NJ and a cost of over $400. My engine failed with barely 20,000 miles.

- Fair Haven, NJ, USA

problem #148

Nov 192016

Sonata

  • 65,000 miles
Since 11-2016 I have been having a issue with my vehicle I have mentioned to van Hyundai dealership in carrolton tx I have been advising them when im driving on the highway my car is not going like the engine is shifting or it just wont go they advised each time I took it there was nothing is wrong with it I have had them check my vehicle 4 times and they have said nothing is wrong and to come find out it is a recall for the exact thing I have been mentioning is wrong with my vehicle they keep saying I would need to leave my vehicle for a whole day but they never have a loaner vehicle I was told they would have one in 2 weeks well I call to make sure they have the vehicle it still a run around so when I get them on the line again they do not have any vehicles for the next 2 weeks I call another dealership and it is the same thing so I have to drive around in a car that I have been having issues with I have not taken it any where else because I had a warranty now it is expired and im still in this car making payments it just sad that I cannot get help and this needs to be addressed or I will have to take further action because driving on a highway going 70 miles a hour and then the car just start to slow down like it does not want to go and try to shift gears feels like the trans is slipping its been the same issue since Nov and no resolution

- Irving, TX, USA

problem #147

Jul 122017

Sonata

  • 50,000 miles
Steering coupling is worn out and needs to be replaced. Car only has 50,000 miles.

- Oxford, AL, USA

problem #146

Jun 222017

Sonata

  • 75,000 miles
While driving on the interstate, the steering catches when trying to make minor adjustments. When it catches, and I have to force the correction, it tends to release and over correct. I have to be very careful to stay in my lane. This is a constant and on going issue. I won't let my son drive this car because I'm afraid it will cause him to have an accident. I've called several dealerships and they keep saying they are not aware of this problem, even though there is a substantial number of complaints for this on-line. It is exhausting trying to maintain your lane on the interstate and is a very serious safety issue.

- Cincinnati, OH, USA

problem #145

Jun 192017

Sonata

  • 30,000 miles
This vehicles steering will not stay centered while driving. There's a hard spot at center that causes you to be either left or right of it causing constant struggle to keep it in your lane. Have been to several dealerships only to be told there's no recall or tsb's on this vehicle regarding this issue. Researching the web I've discovered dozens of Hyundai owners experiencing the same problem. If not being able to keep the vehicle centered in your lane isn't a safety issue I don't know what is! one service writer in ft. Collins Colorado actually admitted there was a problem but didn't know how to go about fixing it. The same issue has been addressed on 2012 Sonatas but apparently nothing was done at the factory to resolve the problem in 2013

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #144

May 312017

Sonata

  • 76,000 miles
Clicking noise when you turn the wheel

- Newnan, GA, USA

problem #143

May 032017

Sonata

  • 74,000 miles
Power steering coupling failure at 74K miles.

- Saint Augustine, FL, USA

problem #142

May 042017

Sonata

  • 98,000 miles
The steering rattles makes all kinds of sounds has a weird motion when turning it feels like it floats sometimes. Makes a clanking sound.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #141

Oct 122016

Sonata

  • 80,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving 30 mph, a clicking sound was heard coming from the engine. Also, a rubbing sound was present while making right turns and the engine revved. The dealer could not duplicate the issue, but the air conditioner was repaired due to a leak and the habitual and ignition switch were replaced; however, the noises were still present. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 80,000.

- Corona, CA, USA

problem #140

Nov 282014

Sonata

  • miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact observed an abnormal loud sound within the steering wheel without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on three different occasions, but they were unable to duplicate the failure. The contact received an extended warranty (txx7) for the steering on May 1, 2017; however, the vehicle exceeded 100,000 miles. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Ft Valley, GA, USA

problem #139

Nov 012016

Sonata

  • 71,000 miles
My steering column makes a noise, a clicking sound when you turn

- Mckinney, TX, USA

problem #138

Jan 312017

Sonata

  • 74,126 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. While driving, the steering failed to stay aligned and the vehicle swayed left and right. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 74,126.

- Rock Hill, SC, USA

problem #137

Aug 152016

Sonata

  • 78,450 miles
Steering device coupling loose or defective should be replaced as a defective part per local Hyundai dealership. Should be under recall on the Sonatas as the problem is getting more common.

- Riverview, FL, USA

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