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severe 70 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Of the 70 steering complaints filed for the 2017 Hyundai Elantra, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Loss of power steering assist would require higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Steering wheel is getting hard to turn at times. It feels like it is sticking while driving
The passenger side door will not open from the outside also the passenger airbag light comes on and off by itself also the steering wheel is jerky and movement
It's a meaningful issue. 70 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
Across the 19 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most steering failures cluster between 18,000 and 61,430 miles, with the median around 46,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 18,000; a quarter make it past 61,430. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
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.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover steering issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.