2012 Hyundai Sonata: Clicks when turning
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2012 Sonata report: clicks when turning. CarComplaints.com lists 35 owner complaints, average mileage 77,600 miles.
NHTSA has 301 owner complaints for the 2012 Sonata in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11711709 (filed 01/18/2026): “Unknown, my esp keeps coming trying to see if it’s recall…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11701989 (filed 11/29/2025): “Based on what i experienced, the fire appears to have resulted from an internal mechanical or electrical failure that occurred without warning while the vehicle was in motion. no prior issues or dashboard alerts were present at the time, and there was no exter…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace coupling (17 reports) dealer repaired (1 reports) had part fixed (1 reports) part replaced (1 reports) repair steering (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $300 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
Typical parts (search links, no affiliate codes)
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Sources
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