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2014 Hyundai Elantra Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, 7% of its 382 total complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure was 14,000 miles. No related recalls have been issued for this steering issue.

Steering complaints
28
7% of 382
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
14,000 mi
Related recalls
0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

  • Owners report the steering wheel sticks or catches near the center position at highway speeds between 50 and 70 mph, requiring extra pressure to correct lane position.
  • Some describe the car drifting or swaying within the lane on its own, then over-correcting once enough force is applied to the wheel.
  • A subset lost power steering assist entirely, making the wheel very hard to turn, with one owner reporting the steering column and wheel needed replacement.
  • Others noticed the steering wheel or rear end chatters or hops sideways when hitting bumps mid-turn, especially on ramps or curved roads.
  • One owner reported severe pulling to the right that caused the car to cross lanes when the wheel was released briefly.
  • Several owners noted the issue appeared repeatedly even after dealer visits, with dealerships sometimes unable to duplicate the problem.

When 2014 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 6, 2014, latest Sep 1, 2023.

2014 Hyundai Elantra steering complaints: complaints filed per month3Aug 2014Nov 2015Apr 2016Mar 2017Mar 2018May 2019May 2020Sep 2023
28 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2014 to Sep 2023; peak Aug 2014 (3).

Steering recalls for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Elantra model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 2010195 (51%)
  2. 201174 (17%)
  3. 201288 (13%)
  4. 2013271 (21%)
  5. 201428 (7%)
  6. 201526 (10%)
  7. 201619 (7%)
  8. 201771 (9%)
  9. 201816 (6%)
  10. 20199 (4%)
  11. 202020 (8%)
  12. 20215 (4%)
  13. 20222 (2%)
  14. 20233 (3%)
  15. 20247 (13%)
  16. 20251 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra?
NHTSA lists 28 steering complaints for the 2014 Elantra, which is 7% of the 382 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra steering problem?
No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this steering complaint area.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2014 Elantra?
The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2014 Elantra is 14,000 miles.
Did the 2014 Elantra steering issues cause any crashes?
NHTSA records show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to these steering complaints.
How does the 2014 Elantra compare to other years for steering complaints?
The 2014 Elantra's steering complaints make up 7% of its total complaints, lower than the 2010 model year's 51% share and the 2013 model year's 21% share.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.