Steering issue?

[drew0020]

I currently have about 1,700 miles on my 4.6 Genesis. I recently noticed that the steering wheel isnt generally straight on any roads when I am going straight. I feel like I have to turn the wheel slightly to the right in order to maintain a straight line.

I recently rented another car and drove it on the same roads and the wheel could be kept straight. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?

 

[gentecv8]

I have a 4.6 with Tech and have the same issue - I have, however, noticed that when I am in the left-most (fast) lane, I have to keep it slightly tilted to the right, however, when I am on the left-most (slow) lane, I have to keep it straight or slightly tilted to the left. This suggests that the uneven road/pavement (for drainage or whatever else) is more pronounced in the Genesis. Not sure if this is a fixable issue. My two cents.

 

[JPW]

I have test driven a few of the Genesis Sedans now and I can say the steering is very sensitive. Ironically, it is very similar to my 2003 Honda Accord which drove me crazy when I first purchased it back in 2003. For me it is a familiar feeling but I can see how some people find it aggravating.

 

[Goose]

While I assume that the Coupe has very different geometry, I also have to make minor corrections to stay on a straight line. Just adding to the info pile...

 

[SCVDon]

I currently have about 1,700 miles on my 4.6 Genesis. I recently noticed that the steering wheel isnt generally straight on any roads when I am going straight. I feel like I have to turn the wheel slightly to the right in order to maintain a straight line.

I recently rented another car and drove it on the same roads and the wheel could be kept straight. Has anyone else experienced anything like this?

It sounds like an alignment issue. See if your dealer will resolve this as no $ warranty repair, if not, then ask harder. Or get Hyundai involved.

 

[clakowicz@comcast.net]

You are talking about roadway superelevation designed into most roadways for water run off purposes. 2.0 -2.5 degrees of banking from the road edge to the center line is typical for a 12 wide travel lane. The grade is further adjusted for curves so the vehicle, for example going into a left hand curve will have banking going going toward the inside of the curve.

Most manufacturers create alignments with these superelevations in mind. I own a 4.6 and notice the sensation you describle. Unless the car has gone over a pothole or hit a curb to wrack the alignment I would not be too concerned. Having your dealer check the car isn't a bad idea, if not just for peace of mind.


Carl
northpointcollison.com

 

[muisui]

You are talking about roadway superelevation designed into most roadways for water run off purposes. 2.0 -2.5 degrees of banking from the road edge to the center line is typical for a 12 wide travel lane. The grade is further adjusted for curves so the vehicle, for example going into a left hand curve will have banking going going toward the inside of the curve.

Most manufacturers create alignments with these superelevations in mind. I own a 4.6 and notice the sensation you describle. Unless the car has gone over a pothole or hit a curb to wrack the alignment I would not be too concerned. Having your dealer check the car isn't a bad idea, if not just for peace of mind.


Carl
northpointcollison.com

I can tell you, a lot of brandnew cars come out of the lot without a proper alignment. it is been widely discussed in alot of auto forum like audiworld, bimmerfest and etc.....

 

[drew0020]

I can tell you, a lot of brandnew cars come out of the lot without a proper alignment. it is been widely discussed in alot of auto forum like audiworld, bimmerfest and etc.....

Im going to schedule and appointment with the dealer because I dont like how noticeable the steering is. Can I bring it to any Hyundai dealer or only where I purchased from?

 

[moose66]

Im going to schedule and appointment with the dealer because I dont like how noticeable the steering is. Can I bring it to any Hyundai dealer or only where I purchased from?

You don't have to take the vehicle back to the dealer of purchase. You can go to any Hyundai dealership for service. Hopefully you have a couple of good choices in your area.

 

[JPW]

I would be curious to know what others think here. My own experience tells me a few things.

First, the V6's steering will be more sensitive than the V8's. This is because of the difference with weight displacement. The V6's steering feels like I can practically move it around with one finger. I don't feel the same ease of steering on the V8. So this is one school of thought in regards to what people are experiencing. I would be interested to hear from someone who feels the steering is too sensitive whether or not they are driving a V6 or a V8. If it is a V6, and they drove a V8, does it feel better to them?

Then there are some others that I believe are simply experiencing a problem with the car and in almost all cases the source is the alignment, poorly balanced tires, or just poor tires. I have some concerns why we are hearing about quite so many but like I said in my previous posts I think it may be attributed to poor quality control. Bottom line, I find it unacceptable by any dealer to not drive any new car themselves and fix the alignment if an issue exists. If they are indeed performing these checks and then the alignment goes out of whack after some time afterwards we have a much more serious issue.

Just my two cents.

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[JOwest]

This issue was covered in another thread extensively. The Genesis is sensitive to the crown of the road surface. It has nothing to do with alignment. Don't think the dealer can help you on this one.

 

[Mark_888]

I would be curious to know what others think here. My own experience tells me a few things.

First, the V6's steering will be more sensitive than the V8's. This is because of the difference with weight displacement. The V6's steering feels like I can practically move it around with one finger. I don't feel the same ease of steering on the V8. So this is one school of thought in regards to what people are experiencing. I would be interested to hear from someone who feels the steering is too sensitive whether or not they are driving a V6 or a V8. If it is a V6, and they drove a V8, does it feel better to them?

Then there are some others that I believe are simply experiencing a problem with the car and in almost all cases the source is the alignment, poorly balanced tires, or just poor tires. I have some concerns why we are hearing about quite so many but like I said in my previous posts I think it may be attributed to poor quality control. Bottom line, I find it unacceptable by any dealer to not drive any new car themselves and fix the alignment if an issue exists. If they are indeed performing these checks and then the alignment goes out of whack after some time afterwards we have a much more serious issue.

Just my two cents.

I think that all models of the Genesis sedan have a tendency to steer off-track if the road is not exactly flat, and even when flat it may steer a little to the left. They all seem to be consistent in that regard, so I don't think it is poorly balanced tires, bad alignment (unless the alignment specs were bad). Nor do I think it is a problem with the tires. Certain cars have a reputation for tracking straight, such as BMW, Honda, and others, and their hard-won reputations took years of engineering to perfect. If there is a problem with the Genesis (and I have experienced somewhat the same issue as described by others) then I think it is a design issue, not a build issue.

With regard to the difference between V6 and V8, it should be noted that the V6 uses a hydraulic power steering assist driven by the engine (like almost all cars), and the V8 power assist is proved by an electric motor so as to not put a drag on the engine. I am assuming that either of them could have been tuned to obtain the amount of assist to match the weight distribution differences between the models.

FWIW, I don't find the V6 has particularly light steering, and in fact is a bit too heavy at slow speeds. The generally heavy steering on both cars probably masks some tracking issues that the Genesis has.

 

[ctrcbob]

On my present trip, if I am in the left lane on the Interstates, car wants to go to the left, so steering wheel must dong to the right.

If I am in the right lane on the Interstates, car wants to go to the right, so steering wheel must dong to the left.

This is normal, and not something to worry about. All my cars do this.

Someday, watch two 18 wheelers side by side on an interstate. You will see the left one in the passing lane, tilted to the left, and the one in the right lane, tilted to the right.

 

[gerryb]

Mine pulls to the left as well. I'm planning to have the dealer fix it at my first oil change.

 

[drew0020]

This issue was covered in another thread extensively. The Genesis is sensitive to the crown of the road surface. It has nothing to do with alignment. Don't think the dealer can help you on this one.

My car always goes left. Most times its dramatic. If something isnt wrong then I dont know what to say. In order to go straight I need to tilt the wheel to the 3 o'clock position on all of the roads I drive (highway and side roads).

 

[SCVDon]

My car always goes left. Most times its dramatic. If something isnt wrong then I dont know what to say. In order to go straight I need to tilt the wheel to the 3 o'clock position on all of the roads I drive (highway and side roads).

Brakes and steering aren't the same as a radio that's out or a wind noise. I would get to a dealer ASAP. If your steering goes out you won't be a happy camper.