2011 Sonata SE Steering Problem

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Sep 22, 2010 | 04:33 PM

#81

Fantine

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Originally Posted by rallyman

Those of you who have concerns/issues with the steering on your 2011 Sonata may be happy to hear that Hyundai has issued a recall which includes both an inspection of the shaft U-joints and a software update to the MDPS system.

For all three trims?

Sep 22, 2010 | 09:01 PM

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sbr711

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Originally Posted by Fantine

For all three trims?

-----> YF Sonata (2011)

NOTE --> tell your dealer that when they do the program.................... have the GDS on the dock station and plugged into the wall while programing...... I wont go into details about a certain car at our place.

It is program #207

Sep 22, 2010 | 09:07 PM

#83

hyundai tech

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Program has nothing to do with steering pull. According to recall instructions should be on dock station anyway along with hardlined using usb cable with battery within proper voltage. This recall is an inspection with EPS reflash. I did 10 today...takes less than 15 minutes per vehicle reflash is longest part.

Sep 22, 2010 | 09:56 PM

#84

sbr711

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It wasn't me... they tried to give me 1 while other tech had them lined up, I told them let him do them so we dont get into GDS war...

Did you get the GDS economy kit ?

Sep 24, 2010 | 06:11 AM

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hyundai tech

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GDS light...yea but we dont use it . Usually only need reg GDS in shop

Sep 24, 2010 | 10:55 AM

#86

MKEngr55

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Originally Posted by mbm

Just go over train tracks at around 10mph, preferably tracks running diagonal to the road. It seems to be related to uneveness in the road between the two front wheels.

I think I've also been able to replicate it while sitting still and moving the steering wheel when it's turned a certain amount, will let you all know soon.

I agree with a few others here, this should be reported since all reports are escalated to Hyundai and if there's commonality they will research.

I as well have the rattle in the steering with my 2011 SE. Took it to the dealer and they said it was the left strut even though i specifically told them it was happening from both sides of the vehicle. They replaced the strut and problem still there. Its going back in....

Sep 25, 2010 | 06:45 AM

#87

mbm

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I have found that with the car off and the wheel turned a turn to the left or right that I can reproduce the "steering wheel rattle" by quickly moving the wheel back and forth (not wildly, just an inch of travel or so).

It seems to me to come from that area of the steering.

Also, it does seem to happen more while mildly braking.