2002 Hyundai Santa Fe Steering Problems
- 15
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- steering wheel · 6 records
- power steering · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
When accelerating between 30-50 mph, the steering wheel pulls violently to the right. When the accelerator is released, the tension on the wheel goes away. The front tires wear faster then unseal.
ODI 11209445
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to turn and there was an abnormal odor of fuel inside the vehicle. In addition, the contact had to add air to the four tires and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the suspension and axle needed to be repaired. The local dealer was not contacted.…
ODI 11131973
Steering
Power steering became harder (with a shimmy feel in steering wheel), and noticed a loud whining sound when steering wheel was moved. Stopped car, and checked p/s fluid level, and it was lower than normal (checked on a regular basis). This morning (9/29/14), noticed a large puddle of oil on driveway below car. Again checked p/s fluid level, and it was well below the min. Mark. Went to store and bought p/s oil, and…
ODI 10639913
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 09v123000 (suspension), the steering wheel was difficult to turn and excessive force was required. The contact also mentioned that the suspension was unstable. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where the vehicle was aligned and all four tires were replaced but the failure…
ODI 10660134
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the power steering failed. The contact stated that excessive force had to be used in order to maneuver the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician informed the contact of recall nhtsa campaign number: 09v123000 (suspension). The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10627515
Lower Ball Joint · Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 hyundai santa fe. The contact stated while traveling at a low rate of speed around a u-shaped drive way, the vehicle made a loud noise and abruptly stop. The contact noticed that the front passengers side right wheel had fallen off. The right ball joint had detached and the contact was not able to put the vehicle in park. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that…
ODI 10605878
Body · Steering
Took vehicle in for a normal oil change, and when technician was under the car, he took some pictures of the frame in the front right corner by the front right tire. He was showing me the frame was rusting very, very badly. He warned us that if we hit a small pot hole/bump or the curb at even 5 mph the frame could bust and we could crash. The steering would shake and made chugging feeling when trying to turn, was…
ODI 10664149
Service Brakes · Steering
At low speeds the brakes lock up and the car goes into a jerking motion while approaching a stop light and while going into a store parking lot. The car is hard to steer and stop and the brakes must be depressed harder than normally required. This happens when the car gets wet but also during dry times. The abs light has been coming on.
ODI 11100178
Steering · Suspension
This is the second time we have a near serious accident with my wife driving the truck. 6/26/12 the left steering control arm broke off the total rusted out sub-frame causing the truck to steer dangerously into oncoming traffic. This was caused from the sub-frame being rusted through. This time on july 21 the right rear trailing arm, that secures the right wheel in position, broke off. Forcing the truck to swerve…
ODI 10526174
Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
While driving my 2002 hyundai santa fe, there is pulling of the wheel causing the vehicle to turn sharply to the right. There is significant wear on the front tires and the vehicle will not stay in alignment. There is a screeching noise coming from the rear. After having the timing belt replaced, i was informed by the mechanic there was a rust problem in the front part of the vehicle toward the front right tire. He…
ODI 10487214
Steering · Suspension · Underbody Shields
While driving on expressway i noticed the steering wheel went out of center and the vehicle began to wander. An inspection found that where the right front lower control arm attaches to the subframe was completely rotted out on the front bolt. Ordered a new sub frame and lower control arms to remedy the condtion. *tr
ODI 10480844
Body · Steering · Suspension
Took my car for an alignment and tires. Frame where the lower control arms bolt up has serious rust issues. I see in some notes that the rust and corrosion has been an issue for the hyundai's. Is there any way i am eligible to get this repaired by hyundai or at least at some discounted rate? *tr
ODI 10475887
Steering
I bought a used 2002 hyundai santa fe with 71,500 mile, seemed in good condition when i paid for it, don't know much about the previous owner's maintenance history. About 1000 miles later this hiss/rattle sound came from the engine as i was driving it, i also noticed when making turns a rubbing sound came from the steering that got worse as the turning angles got more acute, and i began to notice a small leak of…
ODI 10436020
Steering
Power steering failed due to rusted fluid lines. *tr
ODI 10335067
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Traction Control System
Premature rusting of powerstering 2 (5 year), & transmission 2 (6 year ), & brake (7 year), steel lines . And abs, traction control sensor ring on front drive wheels shaft, rust & split, needed to replace axles as the only fix. Right front axle to transmission case seal slips out and leaks oil has been repaired 5 times under warranty & still need to be put back in a oil changes (3000miles) on 2002 hyundai santa fe .…
ODI 10296870