Steering Related Problems of the 1997 Toyota Corolla

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 1997 Toyota Corolla. The number one most common problem is related to the steering wheel (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Toyota Corolla


Recently reported Steering problems of the 1997 Toyota Corolla

The Steering Wheel problem

Grinding noise coming from steering column.   Read details...

The Steering Tie Rod Assembly problem

Bought new tires at sears. Had tires balanced and front-end alignment. Service dept. Stated and showed me that the inner w/power steering tie rod (front left side)was loose and should be replaced.   Read details...

The Steering Linkages problem

Car swerved off road and spun around twice before hitting the guard rail head-on. Car totaled. No tire failure involved. Road clean/dry. No explanation for loss of control.   Read details...


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