2013 Hyundai Santa FE steering problems

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No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Jan 24, 2025NYSteering

   car will drift under acceleration to the left really hard then go straight when let off the accelerator scary feeling and all suspension parts look ok no one can figure it out and is scary

   NHTSA complaint #11638217 · source
2. Filed Dec 13, 2023FLCrash3 injuredTowedSteering

   The contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at about 35 MPH, The steering wheel was seized on a winding road; the steering warning light had also appeared on the instrument panel. The vehicle began to veer to the right direction as the contact forcefully steered the vehicle back to the left direction to avoid hitting a fence. The vehicle then spun into the opposite side of the road before hitting a curb. Once the vehicle hit the curb, the…

   NHTSA complaint #11559893 · source
3. Filed Oct 10, 2023119,000 miPATowedEngineSteering

   The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle had lost power causing the vehicle to decrease in speed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed where it was informed that the failure was due to a faulty rod bearing. The vehicle had not been replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11549213 · source
4. Filed Mar 16, 2023NJSteering

   On February 14, 2023 while driving Steering wheel broke (steering component failed) and had to stop at nearest repair station and was told not safe to drive. It was making clicking noise when turning wheel and backing out of a parking space. Next day had it towed to Hyundai and said the steering component in dashboard fell and metal crash bar was completely broken. They suggested I go through my insurance company because they didn’t know how it happened and said it was from…

   NHTSA complaint #11512248 · source
5. Filed Dec 22, 2022NYSteering

   The car started to make a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel whether straight or turning. The wheel was shaking and there was some wiggle with steering. I was hours from home and did not feel safe driving the vehicle. Left it at a non-Hyundai repair shop. Was told the next day it was an issue with the plastic coupler in the steering column and Hyundai had a recall on it. Drove it home and brought it to my local dealer where we have all our repairs done. Was told…

   NHTSA complaint #11498570 · source
6. Filed Aug 9, 2022NCSteering

   August 2020 , dealership repairs under under warranty 'Steering coupler' . Wheeling when engine on making 'Clunky' sound, and vibrations . Hyundai has current Recalls on other makes and models of their line, but not 2013's , or my year AND model This is a Safety issue. Please advise Hyundai to extend and issue a Recall The dealerships wants hundreds of dollars to repair.

   NHTSA complaint #11478316 · source
7. Filed Mar 8, 2022GASteering

   Our 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe had a steering coupler failure at about 35,000 miles that resulted in a loud clunking sound in the steering wheel and less responsive steering, which is unsafe. Hyundai and Kia have extended warranties for many of their models for this exact same problem, but for some reason they have not offered extended service for the Santa Fe. I believe the defective coupler that very commonly falls apart is identical to the one in the vehicles that did receive…

   NHTSA complaint #11455704 · source
8. Filed Mar 3, 2022NCSteering

   Hyundai has a problem with the steering coupler in numerous vehicles, including our Santa Fe. Problem is caused by deterioration of the plastic coupler between the electric power assist motor and the steering column. Hyundai has not recalled this item on other Hyundai models, but is doing an EXTENDED SERVICE REPAIR for 15 years unlimited mileage if you bring it in and ASK FOR IT TO BE FIXED. However, they are NOT doing this for the Santa Fe, as they say "they are not seeing…

   NHTSA complaint #11454983 · source
9. Filed Jan 28, 202225,000 miCASteering

   The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel was loose. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to continue driving to her residence. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing an insulator pad for the power steering to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11449303 · source
10. Filed Dec 24, 2021NYSteering

    I own a Hyundai Santa Fe 2013 GLS, at about 78,000miles. There is currently a loud clicking noise that occurs when you turn the steering wheel, also steering wheel vibration when you apply the brakes. There is a play when you turn the steering, from my review and research, it is caused by a disintegrated rubble coupler in the steering motor. I called Hyundai customer support, and also when to the dealership, and I was told that it is not covered under warranty. This seems to…

    NHTSA complaint #11444896 · source
11. Filed Oct 25, 2021CASteering

    The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which wore out and causes a “thud” type noise when turning the steering wheel. Steering is affected by this. Problem has ben reproduced by service center.

    NHTSA complaint #11438131 · source
12. Filed Apr 20, 202131,000 miVASteering

    Steering wheel seemed to have play in movement. Later developed thumping and knocking when driving, especially when driving on bumpy roads. Attendant at dealership made an appointment for two weeks later stating it could be the steering coupler and there may be a recall. She did not confirm the car may be unsafe to drive. I have not received a recall notification from hyundai. Problem began in march 2021 and continues. Repair is due today at dealership.

    NHTSA complaint #11412980 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology