Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 1997 Toyota Tacoma. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (one problem). The second most common problem is related to the steering column (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems |
1. Driving normally, my 1997 Toyota Tacoma's front passenger tire fell off at an intersection. The ball joint failed. It was towed to a service place today. Had I been driving at highway speed, myself and passengers could have been killed or seriously injured. 2. Has not happened before. Read details...
The steering wheel began making noises 7 months after it was purchased new. Dealer took the dash out, replaced something and put it back together again. 7 months later the sound began again. Three letters to Toyota complaining about this problem were totally ignored. Read details...
Rack and pinion steering was replaced twice. The steering wheel lost control. Then, once the safety inspection failed because o f the rack and pinion. Read details...