Three problems related to steering have been reported for the 2018 Toyota Tundra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Toyota Tundra based on all problems reported for the 2018 Tundra.
I had the same issue as in recall 21th01. Had to have my rack and pinion replaced June 2022. Although my steering rack was not one of the "affected" units, I have seen another 2018 had to have its rack replaced one month before I had mine replaced. This is a major safety issue, if a steering rack goes bad, a complete loss of steering could occur, imagine going down a mountain when your steering rack gives out, serious injuries or death.
Vehicle is having same exact issues as recall 21th01 but Toyota says it's not under recall. Vehicle is currently at the dealership and is being repaired because it is not safe to drive with the steering issue. Dealer agrees that it should be covered.
At start up there is “thump” noise on left side and it appears to be steering column issue. Took my truck to my local dealer and they couldn’t replicate.