| Issue ID | 1360047 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10957881 |
| Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
| Brand | HYUNDAI |
| Model | SONATA |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| File date | 25/02/17 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | I purchased my car from a hyundai dealership in july 2014 with approximately 21,000 miles. I do not drive it very often as i work from home. Currently, it has about 61,000 miles. Recently, i have noticed a clicking noise when turning my steering wheel left or right (stationary and in motion). The steering wheel also rattles very loudly when driving on the interstate at high speeds or going over speed bumps. I was told that the coupler is worn and that it would be $300 to replace (parts and labor). I have had my car for a short time and am very disappointed to have to replace something that is not a direct result of driver negligence. Apparently, this is a very common issue which has been recalled in the 2011 model. Hyundai should definitely pay for these repairs as it is evidence of poor workmanship. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 58000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DAYTONA BEACH, FL |
| VIN pattern | 5NPEB4ACXDHXXXXXX |
| 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 | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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