Steering coupler went out at 23,000 miles. Not covered under warranty according to Hyundai leading to repairs in excess of $500. Many Hyundai’s have this problem and if it goes out completely the vehicle no longer has electric steering assist, the steering wheel makes a clunking sound, and the car drifts all over the road.
2013 hyundai Veloster steering problems
moderate 58 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
58
Recalls
0
Crashes
1
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 4 most recent
WHEN I ENTERED THE CAR AND TURNED IT ON THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED . THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND I COULD PUT IT IN GEAR BUT THE STEERING WOULD NOT TURN. AFTER I RESTARTED THE CAR A COUPLE OF TIMES THE PROBLEM WAS CORRECTED BUT I AM WORRIED THIS WILL HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AND MIGHT CAUSE A CRASH. THIS PROBLEM WAS REPEATED IN 2 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. ANOTHER ISSUE THAT HAPPENED TWICE WAS THAT I WOU…
The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left or right turn, he felt a clicking sensation in the steering wheel. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the steering coupling needed to be replaced. The contact stated that an appointment was scheduled for the …
AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS (60 MPH AND ABOVE),THE VEHICLE'S STEERING BECOMES UNEXPECTEDLY HEAVY, AND IT SEEMINGLY TAKES AN UNUSUAL (AND POSSIBLY, MOMENTARILY ALARMING) AMOUNT OF STEERING EFFORT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE "CENTERED" ON THE ROAD. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2013 hyundai Veloster?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 58 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.
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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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