Steering Problems of Toyota Tacoma

Toyota Tacoma owners have reported 462 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 (309 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (32 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Steering problems of Toyota Tacoma

The Steering problem

Clunky sounds from the drive shaft it's hard to steer while in 4x4.   Read details...

The Steering Column problem

Steering became very stiff while driving in town yesterday. Upon making a right turn at a familiar intersection, it became difficult to make the turn due to very stiff steering. The front end of my truck came very close to a vehicle coming into the intersection from the street I was turning into,   Read details...

The Steering Rack And Pinion problem

Tl the contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that there was extensive rust and corrosion pertaining to the frame, which affected the rack and pinion. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer.   Read details...

The Power Steering Pump problem

I've noticed my steering became very hard and stiff all of a sudden. I've checked the power steering pump and fluid, it all checked out fine. I did a little research and noticed people having issues with steering intermediate shaft no 2. (lower one by the wheels).   Read details...

The Steering Wheel Vibrate problem

Tl the contact owns a 2009 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to new country Toyota of saratoga springs (3002 NY-50, saratoga springs, NY 12866, (518) 584-7272) and repaired per an unknown recall regarding the frame.   Read details...




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