Toyota 4Runner owners have reported 306 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 19 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (231 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering wheel vibrate (13 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
While vehicle was parked and not in use, upon entering the vehicle, the steering wheel/column dropped out of its locked position on its own. Disassembly of the steering column revealed that the tilt-lock mechanism's steering lock fracture bolt has broken in half on the right side. Read details...
When applying the brakes, the vehicle / steering wheel shakes "violently". Almost to the point that it is hard to hold on to the steering wheel. And if I'm driving at highway speeds the vehicle is extremely hard to stop. Read details...
I was sold pre-owned Toyota 4runner without its being inspected and then I felt ill treated to be recalled to sign a new purchase agreement with an increased interest percentage, just because I am black! Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota 4runner. While driving 35 mph over a bump in the road, the steering failed and turned in the opposite direction without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (classic Toyota located at 8510 tyler blvd mentor, OH, 44060) where it was diagnosed that the frame Read details...
Today, observed significant rust on the passenger side longitudinal frame member. The frame rail was perforated for ~24 inches on the bottom, inside of the rail, next to the muffler and up to and including the mounting point for the rear wheel lower control arm. Read details...