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Why Does My Hyundai/Kia Steering Wheel Clunk? Here Is the Most Probable Answer.

Does your Hyundai Sonata or Kia make a clunking, knocking, or clicking noise when turning the steering wheel? The problem may not be your steering rack at all. In today's YouTube Short, James from Urban Automotive reviews one of the most common steering repairs found on many Hyundai and Kia vehicles—the steering column coupler, also known as the motor insulator. This small, star-shaped rubber bushing connects the electric power steering (EPS) motor to the steering shaft. Over time, the rubber deteriorates from age, heat, and repeated steering movement. As it wears, it develops excessive play, creating an annoying clunk or knocking sensation that can often be felt right through the steering wheel. 🔍 In this video, James shows: ✅ The location of the steering column motor insulator ✅ What the worn rubber coupler looks like ✅ The new replacement part ✅ Why this inexpensive component can create so much noise Although the failure is usually more of a drivability annoyance than a safety concern, replacing the worn coupler restores the solid steering feel the vehicle had when it was new. This issue has become one of the most common repairs on many Hyundai and Kia models equipped with Electric Power Steering (EPS), including several Sonata, Elantra, Santa Fe, Optima, Forte, Soul, and Sportage models. If your steering wheel has developed an annoying knock or clunk while turning, this tiny rubber coupler may be the culprit. 👉 Have questions about your Hyundai or Kia? Visit us at urbanautomotive.ca You Auto Know... Safety First.