Sticking Ignition Cylinder and/or Key

when this happens, have you tried moving the steering wheel a few degrees either side as you pull the key out? Could be a problem with the steering column lock.

Regards, Wayne Moses,

Sounds like a good time to bring it into the dealer, and good luck with the problem happening while it is there.

Regards, Wayne Moses,

If I read this correctly, the key turns normally back to the off position, so not pushing it in won't be the issue. More likely, it sounds like the tumblers are hanging up on the key. Also have a good look at the key to be sure it's not twisted or bent.

If you have some WD-40 handy, put the straw on the nozzle and spray a little into the lock cylinder. Then work the key in and out and on and off a few times. If this fixes it, problem solved! If not, take it in for service.

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I certainly don't want to contradict any advise from HyundaiTech, but I have always been told to use graphite for lock lubricant. The story is that a other lubricants will attract dust and dirt. I know that WD-40 is considered to be more of a solvent than a lubricant, so would the same issue maybe not apply in this case? But then, most people will have WD-40 handy when they don't graphite.

While it's true that the graphite won't attract dust/dirt and the others will, assembled locks have grease in them, so it's a moot point.

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Personally I prefer graphite. Works better in cold climate also.

Regards, Wayne Moses,

Thanks, h-tech. I'll give your suggestion a try and then take it in to the dealer, as necessary.