I had to get the coupling replaced after my steering started knocking loudly about 5 to 6 months ago. Now I'm having problems with the crank shaft sensor.
2013 hyundai Azera steering problems
moderate 33 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
33
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIMES, CAR STARTS SWERVING INTO OTHER LANES FOR A FEW SECONDS AND CANNOT CONTROL CAR
OUR 2013 AZERA, WITH LESS THAN 29K MILES, STARTED WANDERING BACK AND FORTH WHILE DRIVING. EVEN ON NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS AT SLOW SPEEDS NOT JUST ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS. I STARTED NOTICING THAT I HAD PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. AT FIRST IT WAS ONLY MAYBE A HALF INCH BUT IF I TURNED THE WHEEL FAST ENOUGH BACK AND FORTH, IT MADE A THUMPING NOISE AND I COULD FEEL IT IN THE WHEEL. NOW THERE IS 6 IN…
THE STEERING COLUMN HAS THE SAME FAULTY COUPLER THAT HAS TO REPLACED ON ALL THE SONATA, ELECTRA'S AND KIA'S IN THE YEAR RANGES FROM 2009 TO 2017. THEY HAVE A RECALL FOR THE POWER STEERING COUPLER IN THE 2009-2017 SONATA AND ELECTRA CARS, BUT DID NOT INCLUDE THE AZERA. AFTER TALKING WITH MANY DEALERSHIPS, THEY REPLACE THEM DAILY ON THE AZERA'S AS WELL, WHY WAS THIS COUPLER NOT INCLUDED IN THE REC…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2013 hyundai Azera?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 33 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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