The issue involved the electronic power steering (EPS) system on my 2022 Hyundai Veloster N (approx. 70,000 miles). While driving, the EPS stopped providing steering assist and a fault warning appeared on the dash. After checking the engine bay fuse box, I found that the PDM 7.5A micro blade fuse (which powers the EPS circuit) appeared heat-discolored/burned. I replaced it with an identical 7.5A…
2022 Hyundai Veloster N steering problems
moderate Owners of the 2022 Hyundai Veloster N have filed 17 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of September 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
17
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2020 Veloster N | 3 |
| 2021 Veloster N | 5 |
| 2022 Veloster N (this page) | 17 |
The failure pattern owners describe
Power steering failures on the 2022 Veloster N range from a single burnout of the PDM 7.5A fuse to a recurring electrical malfunction. Owners report complete loss of steering assist—no warning at some speeds, but always accompanied by warning lights once the system goes down. Steering becomes nearly unmovable, especially below 10 mph, forcing heavy physical effort just to park or maneuver out of traffic.
The failure mode splits into two patterns: one owner traced his loss of assist to a visibly burned fuse in the engine bay and restored function by replacement; others experience intermittent dropouts where power steering and Lane Keep Assist fail together, triggered by nothing they can identify. Restarting the vehicle sometimes restores steering briefly before it fails again. One owner reports this happening multiple times daily; another had a week between occurrences. One case involved a steering rack replacement at the dealer, but the same failure reportedly recurred afterward. No owner has obtained formal confirmation from Hyundai or a third party that this is a design defect. The unpredictability and recurrence pattern have left owners concerned about safety during highway driving, where heavy steering at high speed creates serious collision risk.
Failure modes owners describe
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) System Loss / Fuse Failure
Complete loss of electric power steering assistance due to failure of the PDM 7.5A micro blade fuse that powers the EPS circuit. The fuse appears heat-discolored or burned, causing the steering assist to shut down without warning. Steering becomes extremely heavy and requires substantially increased physical effort, especially at low speeds.
When: Reported at 70,000 miles in one case; occurs at various mileages between 44,000-70,000 miles across narratives
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power steering assist; Steering wheel becomes extremely heavy and stiff; Difficult to turn wheel, especially in parking lots and at low speeds; Power steering fault warning on dashboard; Sudden onset without warning
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement of burned/heat-discolored PDM 7.5A micro blade fuse restored function in at least one case. One owner reports dealership diagnosis requiring entire new steering rack.
Intermittent Power Steering Failure with Lane Keep Assist (LKA) / Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Simultaneous Failure
Sporadic failure of the electric power steering system occurring simultaneously with Lane Keep Assist and Lane Departure Warning system failures. The malfunction triggers warning lights and messages on the instrument cluster. Loss of power steering is complete; temporary restart of the vehicle provides short-term relief in approximately half of occurrences, but the issue recurs within minutes to days.
When: Occurs sporadically throughout vehicle operation; can happen when parked or while driving; reported at 44,000 miles and higher mileages
Symptoms owners cite: Complete loss of power steering; Lane Keep Assist failure; Lane Departure Warning activation; Steering wheel locks or becomes extremely stiff; Warning messages: 'check power steering', 'check lane departure warning system', 'check lane keep system', 'check lane keep assist'; Intermittent/random occurrence—no clear trigger identified
Repairs/costs cited: Temporary fix: turning vehicle off for 15+ minutes restores function temporarily; restarting vehicle resolves issue intermittently. One dealership reportedly recommended steering rack replacement.
Synthesized from 17 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 9 most recent
While driving, I would randomly get an alert saying “check lane departure assist system” along with my power steering going completely out. If I restart the car, sometimes it fixes the issue until it happens again randomly. Sometimes it wont happen for a week, sometimes it happens multiple times a day. I can’t narrow it down to anything since it happens so randomly.
While driving my 2022 Hyundai Veloster N (around 44,000 miles), the steering system suddenly failed without warning. All lane departure and steering warning lights came on, and the steering wheel locked hard to the left, causing the car to veer into oncoming traffic. I narrowly avoided a collision and was able to regain control, but it was extremely dangerous. The vehicle was later diagnosed by…
Vehicle stated “check lane keep system”, and proceeded to lock the steering wheel whilst I was doing 65-70 mph on Interstate-5’s Grapevine section. I immediately had to apply brakes, turn on my hazard lights, and then nurse the car to the exit.
Power steering and lane keep assist died while driving. After leaving the car off for a few minutes, powering it back up they worked again for about 5 minutes before cutting off while driving on the highway
While driving on the highway, the dashboard illuminated with power steering & lane departure warnings. Upon this happening, the power steering did fail, and would not come back on regardless of the driving mode (2022 Hyundai Veloster N). Because of my high speed, I was able to navigate to an off ramp and pull off the road without incident. At slow speed, I was barely able to turn the steering…
This problem has happened sporadically since the first instance described below. I was driving in the left lane at 65mph on the highway during a bend in the road. The steering when extremely stiff, which is extremely alarming on the highway. The car chimed and produced the messages, "check power steering" and "check lane departure warning system". From that point until I was able to stop…
On August 15, 2026, while driving my 2022 Hyundai Veloster N, the electric power steering assist intermittently became noticeably heavier than normal. The vehicle’s steering remained mechanically controllable, but the increased steering effort was noticeable and raised a safety concern because the loss or reduction of steering assist occurred while the vehicle was being driven. I scanned the…
steering rack failed once already and was replaced in entirety thru dealership now it is making creaking sound whenever turning wheel left or right at slow speeds engine issues two years into ownership- white smoke coming from exhaust and required two new spark plugs the blind spot warning has never worked and there is heavy documentation online from other owners stating it simply does not work…
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2022 Hyundai Veloster N?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 17 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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