Issue ID | 1276660 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10859895 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | ELANTRA |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 15/03/16 |
Component | STEERING |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | This is our second new hyundai elantra, model year 2015. After about 16,000 miles, we noticed a "glitch" that seemed to be occurring at higher, but modest speeds (40-65 mph). The smooth steering-wheel range of motion that we are normally used to seemed to change at road speeds, exhibiting a point where minor l-r steering-wheel adjustments were stiff, almost like a "detent" in a normal smooth range of motion. Researching this behavior, i also found comments on the net that were described as "sticky" steering with 2012 model elantras... Seemed like a good descriptive term. The problem was not solved by an wheel alignment last week, but a re-visit to the dealer today and discussion with their service manager, suggested that there may be a steering assist-pump servo issue which has been known to be associated with the symptoms. There was a discussion with the svc manger of a replacement of the steering column assembly. I would like to believe that that action will solve the matter. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 16250 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MELBOURNE, FL |
VIN pattern | 5NPDH4AE9FHXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 18/09/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 65 |
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