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My new steering wheel has not come in yet.(2 weeks) I will advise parts manager of your continued problem to determine if he can find out any more information. His local Hyundai regional manager claims that he knows of no problem, although they have not acknowledged any problems with any component.
Keep the pressure on them and good luck!
I am concerned that there is some computer module located in that area.
Dealer was unable to provide any information.
The Ipos holder/transmitter that I have is designed to be in view of the driver, to allow the use of functions such as changing songs or albums.
The unit works great from the ashtray socket, but would look neater if the door covering the ashtray could be left closed.
The area behind the ashtray would be perfect if the installation in that area is possible.
Another cool reason to use that one is when you exit the car and don't take the unit, you can just tuck it away in the center console!
I'll be digging behind my console in the next couple weeks to finsih the install of my stereo system. I'll let you know what I find.
MSRP: $25,080
INVOICE: $23,186
INCENTIVES: $ 2,500; $386 add'l dealer discount(*)
SELL PRICE: $20,300
PA SALES TAX:$ 1,218
TAGS: $ 97
OTD: $21,615
(*) Due to the fact that he had to locate the car and has to put 300 miles on it to get it to me.
Are you planning on any upgrades to your Azera?
Don
Because of the design of the holder/Transmitter the unit can not be attached to an "extention cord". It is supported by a flexible, though firm wire that plugs directly into the socket.
I am in no great rush, and will wait to hear if you can spot any room behind the panel that I referred to.
I hope that you can see it as it is under that small storage space that has the opening door.
Don’t get me wrong with what I’m about to say because I am not a Hyundai basher, really just the opposite. You see, I have 2 of them, 05’ XG 350 (mine) and 06’ Sonata LX (wife’s).
When we were looking in June 2006 when we bought the Sonata, I was showing her the Azera and the Sonata and was pointing out the differences (like you really have to, huh). My wife doesn’t really care about cars and as long as they are reliable and the color isn’t obnoxious, I’m allowed to make the car buying decisions. She notices the price difference and says, “it’s up to you, I don’t care but that “plastic” on the steering wheel looks a little cheezy, I like the steering wheel on your car better (all leather) and for that matter the one on the Bonneville (95’, all leather) that we’re getting rid of”. Not being a total dope I said “yeah, and since you don’t care you just saved us at least $5K”.
I think this is a classic case of designers getting too cute with designing. Putting plastic trim on a steering wheel can’t be as comfortable to the hand as all leather under any circumstances. I noticed that your bio says you live in Florida, I’ll bet this can’t be very comfortable when first getting into your car after being park and cooking in the sun for even a half-hour.
I think it’s a shame that they put plastic trim on the steering wheel and, yes, if it’s delaminating it is surely do to a design defect and or cheap materials which isn’t helped by the banging of rings on that “plastic”
When the time comes to replace my XG-350 (given it gives me good service) I wouldn’t hesitate to buy an Azera, I just hope by then they go to “all leather”. My neighbor bought an Azera this past summer and loves it (why not, it’s a great car) .. guess what, he “hates” the steering wheel and he hasn’t had any problems with it yet. In fact, I don’t even want to tell him about the problem, he’s a very picky guy and would probably be short of breath if I did. He’s too nice of a guy so I’m going to keep my mouth shut.
BTW, ‘floridabob1’, I’m going to be in your neck of the woods, first week in February, visiting my brother who retired to Delray Beach last year. I hope I don’t see you stuck to that ‘plastic steering wheel’ in a parking lot somewhere.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
My '02 Sonata had the all leather steering wheel and I loved it! The bad thing about the Azera steering wheel is that you don't want to put a steering wheel cover on it because then it'll look crazy.
My steering wheel started chipping around month number 7 and it slowly progressed from there. However, it was taken care of as a warranty fix and it was no big deal...just a slight inconvenience. Some may get lucky and enver experience the problem, but there will be plenty that will until Hyundai comes up with a solution. Either go all leather, use a better laminating process or use real wood (yeah, right).
As far as your neighbor goes, you can mention the forums here and let him find out on his own. It didn't deter my feelings for the car in the slightest bit.
Hahaha. Of course some people will like that feel better than leather. I do sometimes. It is a throwback to when steering wheels were made of wood with a high gloss PLASTIC varnish over the wood. Very smooth slick luxurious feel, and nice looking too for those of us who like the look of wood.
But those annoying little chips take the joy out of it for me.
The dealership replaced my wheel this week.
Will the new one peel? Probably.
The wheel actually feels good to the hand.
I have had a car with a real wood wheel, and loved it.
Maybe someone will come up with a real wood aftermarket wheel that can accomodate the various remote switches.
Ahhh .. the laws of physics at work. Now that your hands are as warm or warmer than the steering wheel, the steering wheel doesn’t feel so bad. I always liked those physics courses, they seem to explain the real world.
As far as your neighbor goes, you can mention the forums here and let him find out on his own.
I better not do that. You don’t know this guy, if he hears about any problems he’ll be up all night wondering when it’s going to affect him. Might even call me, right then and there, to get my opinion. Nope, I’m not going there.
It didn't deter my feelings for the car in the slightest bit.
If this is the worst problem the Azera has, I’ll take a dozen.
jmonroe
'15 Genesis V8 with Ultimate Package and '18 Legacy Limited 6 cyl
That's the only reason why I mentioned a heated steering wheel is that it would be a hot feature that those of us up north could really apprecaite!!!
I know, I know...I could wear gloves, but I don't like wearing gloves. So that's out.
Yeah...better to keep your neighbor in the dark until he comes to you talking about it, then you can just tell him that you've heard that same thing happening to other Azera owners and he can simply get it taken care of with his service department, under warranty of course!
To be honest, I was really considering how to convince my wife to get one for herself.
Just like going down to FL and hearing them complain of a cold spell that dips down to the 40's! LMAO Yeah, okay...gimme 40 all day long! :P
Pardon me while I jump into the pool.
Do you mean that your car didn't come with a temperature controlled steering wheel?
I always leave mine in the "on" position.