Steering Is Tight problems of the 2013 Toyota Tacoma

Two problems related to steering is tight have been reported for the 2013 Toyota Tacoma. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2013 Toyota Tacoma based on all problems reported for the 2013 Tacoma.

1 Steering Is Tight problem

Failure Date: 02/01/2020

Steering is very tight due to poorly made u joint on the intermediate steering shaft. Was quoted $460 by Toyota to replace. I feel like this safety issue should be rectified free of charge through a TSB or recall.

2 Steering Is Tight problem

Failure Date: 12/13/2018

The steering in my Tacoma has suddenly become stiff. It began 3 days ago and has gotten worse. The truck is handling poorly. The steering feels tight at all speeds. I have not solved the problem as yet but have been lubricating the universal joint at the bottom of the steering shaft. It feel similar to the same problem I had with my 2005 Tacoma. The steering shaft universal joint should be designed as a sealed unit and ability to grease it.


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