[baconwenus]

2018 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD with 1000 miles:

Just curious if anyone else has experienced this... If I go from Park to Reverse or Reverse to Drive and I am turning (example when I am backing out of my parking spot and then put it into drive), it's between a grinding and clunking noise; it happens just in those scenarios. If I am stopped and then drive off while making a left or right turn I don't hear it, it seems to be only that initial Park to Reverse and backing up and then Reverse to Drive driving forward (again if i am turning the wheel).

 

[Bad~Papa]

The DCT does make some clicking sound and other noises which are evident at low speed maneuvers.
I especially hear it when backing out of the garage.. more noticeable in the cold, first start.. otherwise
It’s quiet in operation.

 

[JR KONA]

Might be the Steering Column Spring needs lubrication. However it might just be the cold weather.

Blessings and Peace

 

[Dario]

From what ive seen from this forum is that this is a common issue that must be notified to hyundai canada or wherever country it was purchased. I today called them for the exact problem and they have not 1 person on file that had called in the complaint to the manufacture as the lady on the phone mentioned to me. I believe this is really a recall problem that must be addressed so please call in the problem you all are having so we can get this added to a recall listing. She told me specifically if nobody calls in the manufacturer they will not know that such a problem exists simply by going through the dealership. Ive created the first file in Canada regarding the issue. I encourage all of you to do the same so we can solve this problem asap. Here is the customer service line. They were prompt in answering, have your vin #s ready

 

[Dario]

Sorry this is for hyundai canada only 1888 216-2626

 

[LinLar25]

2018 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD with 1000 miles:

Just curious if anyone else has experienced this... If I go from Park to Reverse or Reverse to Drive and I am turning (example when I am backing out of my parking spot and then put it into drive), it's between a grinding and clunking noise; it happens just in those scenarios. If I am stopped and then drive off while making a left or right turn I don't hear it, it seems to be only that initial Park to Reverse and backing up and then Reverse to Drive driving forward (again if i am turning the wheel).

I have a 2019 Kona does the same thing word for word. The steering started making noises at 15000 miles.

 

[LinLar25]

I have a 2019 Kona same problem, started to notice it at 15000 miles.

 

[Steve81]

Just had my steering gear shaft replaced under warranty @ 8500 miles. Car started making sounds like a load of sand was shifting behind the dash when making harder turns.

 

[fly2mike]

I recently had my 2018 Kona in to the dealer for the steering noise to be repaired. They had the car for a day, and when I go it back the noise is still there. I think they said they replaced a bearing kit? I sent the service advisor a text telling him the noise was still there, and he didn't reply. They kept sending me requests for a review so I left them a 3 star review, then they called me and wanted me to retract my rating I made another appointment to get it worked on again. Hoping they just replaced the wrong part the first time?

 

[fly2mike]

Just had my steering gear shaft replaced under warranty @ 8500 miles. Car started making sounds like a load of sand was shifting behind the dash when making harder turns.

Mine sounds like cardboard rubbing together. Is this a safety issue?

 

[IanC]

Don't know if it's a safety issue or not but it's a common problem. The dealer replaced a clock spring component under warranty on my 2018 during its 30k km service and that got rid of the noise for a while. There's a TSP on it and its available on this forum. But now, with 35 km on the clock I note the squeak has come back. It seems to be more noticeable in the cold weather! I guess they are going to have to replace the component again but hopefully this time with the upgraded model!

 

[slickwicked]

Don't know if it's a safety issue or not but it's a common problem. The dealer replaced a clock spring component under warranty on my 2018 during its 30k km service and that got rid of the noise for a while. There's a TSP on it and its available on this forum. But now, with 35 km on the clock I note the squeak has come back. It seems to be more noticeable in the cold weather! I guess they are going to have to replace the component again but hopefully this time with the upgraded model!

i had mine done around 15k i think, im at 30k and its coming back, im not very happy, so they replaced the faulty part with the same kind of faulty part, nice, not to mention local dealers are 4 weeks out to get an appt, then they want 7 business days to diagnose, and then a few days to fix

 

[IanC]

The noise is back in mine too at 37000k. I'll get them to replace the worm drive again next service. I hope they get it right next time cos it'll be the last service while it's still under warranty.

 

[John G]

Had our '19 Kona in several months back for that same groaning, whine in the column. They ordered in, and replaced the clock spring component w/o any question after hearing it. Asked if it was being replaced with an "updated" component, but was told, no. So, I guess, as above, there is every likelihood it COULD reoccur, but for now, the noise is gone.