Steering Related Problems of the 2012 Toyota Sienna

Table 1 shows four common steering related problems of the 2012 Toyota Sienna. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (three problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Toyota Sienna


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2012 Toyota Sienna

The Steering problem

The battery light came on suddenly and the power steering went out making it extremely difficult to steer the vehicle. An accident was narrowly avoided. We replaced the battery, alternator, and serpentine belt. The problem resolved for over 6 months, then reappeared.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Knocking/bumping sounds coming from lower steering column when turning - dealership diagnosis was that the steering intermediate shaft needed to be replaced   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

The vehicle made thumping / popping noise when turning steering - mostly turning left, but not exclusive to left turns. The sound was recognizable more during lower speeds, and less noticeable at higher speeds.   Read details...


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