Loud clunk steering wheel feels like it is binding up?

2001 KIA RIO
145,065 MILES • 1.5L • AUTOMATIC
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LILNIGHTMARE
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OK, so about a week ago or so started having an issue with my car where if I am driving and I have to make a turn if I turn the wheel too far, Tim making a circle or whatever the steering wheel feels like it is binding up until I turn it the opposite direction enough that it makes a loud clunking noise and the brake pedal goes down to the ground for a split second brake pedal recovers to normal and steering goes back to normal but for the life of me, I cannot figure out what is causing the issue. I’ve been up under the car. Nothing looks broken and I just I am at a loss so any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
Jul 17, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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MECHTRIX
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warning do not drive the vehicle till the problem is resolved the brakes and steering are two different hydraulic systems ...therefore two different problems it needs to be towed into a shop with a lift to be properly inspected for any leaky bent broken parts that's the best I can tell you at this point ...its in a dangerous state right now and shouldn't be driven till fully repaired good luck be safe.
Jul 17, 2026 at 11:39 PM
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