Power Steering Pump Problems of Toyota Tundra

Tl-the contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at 35 mph, there was an abnormal noise( whining) coming from the steering wheel. After a few moments the vehicle steering seized without warning. The contact managed to steer the vehicle and drive to a independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the steering pump,belt failed and needed to be replaced. The pump and belt were replaced however, the rackin pinion needed to be repaired by a dealer. The vehicle at that time was towed by progressive to the dealer ( peoria Toyota 7401 n allen rd, peoria, IL 61614 (309)-354-3894) where a second diagnoses test was performed and confirmed that the rackin pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle at this time is begin reapired at the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that no warranties was available and that the TSB had expired a case#1910213072 was provided but no further assistance was taken. The contact mentioned TSB NHTSA id#10134363 as a possible solution to the failure the failure mileage was approximately 83,964. Ck.

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The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact viewed a recall notice for the lower ball joints on the internet. The dealer advised the contact they were waiting on a recall notification from the corporate office. The contact was having problems maintaining control of the vehicle while driving. The current and failure mileage was 100,000. The dealer diagnosed the failure as the power steering pump and replaced it at cost to the contact. Two to three weeks ago the dealer diagnosed the lower ball joints, and advised the contact that they were operating normally. On 2/19/07, while driving 25 mph the driver lost control of the vehicle and crossed the center line, hitting a wooden post. There was damage to the fender, the hood and the tire. The driver was unable to open the door. There were no prior warning light indicators. There were no injuries ,and the road conditions were dry. The vehicle was towed to a Toyota dealer. The mechanic advised the contact that they received notification of the lower ball joint recall and that the vehicle was a part of the recall. The contact has the invoice from the power steering replacement.

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