2013 Hyundai Elantra Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 271about this part
- Share
- 21%of 1,314 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 271 complaints about the steering of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra, 21% of the 1,314 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 8 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When turning the steering wheel in either direction it makes a decent clicking sound has been happening now for over 8 months it seems to only do it while the car is moving even when the car is slowly moving & as well noticed a lot of play in the steering & my steering wheel will not stay aligned with my tires after alignment from Hyundai.”
NHTSA complaint #11281926, filed 2019-11, 98,000 miles“My vehicle's steering wheel 'shudders' upon turning, whether stationary or moving, on a city street or highway. I believe the eps to be the problem and am afraid the steering will seize up while I am driving, potentially causing a safety hazard both for myself and for others. This has occurred each time the car has been in use since july 10, 2019, without exception.”
NHTSA complaint #11232935, filed 2019-07, 35,100 miles“Steering problem: when driving, the steering wheel catches near the center position, taking some additional force to move it. It is relatively easy to over come, but it feels as though it is getting worse. My Hyundai dealer has not responded to my inquiries. The potential for a steering lockup may exist, thus this alert.”
NHTSA complaint #11205057, filed 2019-05, 63,000 miles“When turning the wheel while stationary or driving, there is a loud crunching sound coming from the wheel turning right or left. Someone told me I will then lose power steering & that around 21,000-29,000 miles on your car this is what happens. A small wheel nut behind the wheel & dash board breaks up. I am afraid to lose my power steering. This has happened to a number of owners.”
NHTSA complaint #11280370, filed 2019-11, 21,000 miles“'takata recall' I was driving to work on the highway going 65 MPH and lost control of my vehicle. To regain control I hit my brakes and continue my journey to work. This has happened multiple times and now I'm scared to drive my car so I carpool with a friend to work which is ridiculous. I don't feel safe to drive my own car”
NHTSA complaint #11164016, filed 2018-12, 92,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10238383Jun 15, 2023Hyundai has launched an anti-theft software upgrade and window decal campaign (Campaign 993), combined with an anti-theft steering wheel lock campaign (Campaign P32), in response…
- 10238381Jun 15, 2023Hyundai Motor America is offering steering wheel locks to owners of certain 2011 â 2017MY vehicles that are not eligible for Service Campaign 993 anti-theft software. This…
- 10191794Apr 13, 2021The warranty coverage for the clock spring has been extended to 15 years with unlimited mileage from the date of original retail delivery or date of first use, whichever occurs…
- 10180981Sep 9, 2020This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
- 10179244Aug 10, 2020This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
- 10170896Jan 3, 2020This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
- 10160106Apr 22, 2019This bulletin provides information regarding replacement of the column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) system as separate components.
- 10140446May 15, 2018On some Elantra (MD/UD), Elantra GT (GD) and Veloster (FS) vehicles, a noise may develop in the steering rack. This bulletin does not address any steering function related…
- 10110926Feb 27, 2017Hyundai has announced an extended warranty for the motor driven power steering (MDPS) coupling on the following vehicles: ? 2011-2014 Sonata (YFa), 2011-2014 Sonata Hybrid (YF…
- 10110922Feb 27, 2017The MDPS (motor driven power steering) assembly contains a flexible rubber coupling which may wear over time resulting in a slight "clicking" or "thud" type noise when turning…
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 5% |
| 2024 | 7 | 13% |
| 2023 | 3 | 3% |
| 2022 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 5 | 4% |
| 2020 | 20 | 8% |
| 2019 | 9 | 4% |
| 2018 | 16 | 6% |
| 2017 | 71 | 9% |
| 2016 | 19 | 6% |
| 2015 | 26 | 10% |
| 2014 | 28 | 7% |
| 2013 | 271 | 21% |
| 2012 | 88 | 13% |
| 2011 | 75 | 17% |
| 2010 | 195 | 51% |
| 2009 | 133 | 52% |
| 2008 | 55 | 17% |
| 2007 | 34 | 13% |
| 2006 | 3 | 2% |
| 2005 | 6 | 4% |
| 2004 | 5 | 3% |
| 2003 | 16 | 7% |
| 2002 | 16 | 5% |
| 2001 | 24 | 8% |
| 2000 | 2 | 1% |
| 1999 | 2 | 2% |
| 1998 | 1 | 2% |
| 1997 | 2 | 2% |
| 1996 | 1 | 1% |
| 1995 | 6 | 5% |
| 1994 | 3 | 4% |
Other parts of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra
283 complaintsEngine
233 complaintsAir bags
168 complaintsElectrical system
155 complaintsOther or unknown
127 complaintsSuspension
99 complaintsWheels
75 complaintsExterior lighting
72 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
57 complaintsTires
55 complaintsBody and structure
51 complaintsVehicle speed control
50 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Hyundai Elantra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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