2001 Toyota Tacoma Steering Problems
- 15
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 15 stored complaint records:
- 5 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 2 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering wheel · 4 records
- ball joint · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
When turning the steering wheel from straight ahead to left or right, i experience difficulty turning the wheel about half way through the turn in either direction. The steering wheel does not return to center without effort. This happens when moving or standing still and seems to vary in intensity. Online research indicates a defective steering intermediate shaft.
ODI 11203272
Steering
The driver side front ball joint failed while driving at 50 mph on a smooth surfaces state road. The wheel fell off of the control arm and sent my vehicle sliding down the road. Pictures are attached. This issue has been recognized in a similar recall of 4x4 vehicles of the same make and model. The action number of that recall is nhtsa#: ea 04024. I am hoping to get my vin added as an amendment to they recall to fix…
Crash reported
ODI 10992293
Steering · Suspension
My wife recently had a wreck, she was going 45 mph, the truck went off the road, crossing over center line, after making impact with the dirt with the front end of the truck, the truck lost it's steering, from there the truck flipped 5 times on it's side, it finally came to rest on it's side, 5 feet away from a house. She had to be cut from the truck. Her l2 exploded in her back, she's now having to learn how to…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10920144
Service Brakes · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Rust seems to be coming off by the handfuls and pieces thick enough that i am concerned. I looked under my truck and among other things, metal lines (brake, steering, not sure), the gas tank, and steering linkage became my biggest concern. By the thickness of rust i have gotten from my vehicle i am certain it is not surface rust. How much will something rust before it becomes a failure, especially with a line under…
ODI 10850594
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. While driving 50 mph, the steering wheel shook and the vehicle swayed. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 10/23/14*cn updated 10/24/2014*lj the consumer stated the recall notice for the failure was sent to the wrong address. The…
ODI 10632813
Lower Ball Joint · Steering · Suspension
After being driven on the highway approximately 60 miles, the 2001 toyota tacoma truck was being backed into the driveway when steering suddenly locked. Upon inspection, it was determined that the front passenger wheel was no longer attached to the car. The lower ball joint had failed. I determined that toyota issued a recall for my vehicle model and year (nhtsa campaign number: 05v225000) for this issue, with the…
ODI 10593130
Steering
Severe shimmy when driving, and swaying to either side. I then took the truck to toyota where they found out that the entire steering control system is corroded to the point that the vehicle can loose control at any time. I will be forced to change the yoke and eventually the rack and pinion. *tr
ODI 10550637
Steering · Suspension
Upon making a turn into my driveway the lower left(drivers side) ball joint seperated from the knuckle causing loss of steering. This in turn made the front wheel fall into the vehicle. *tr
ODI 10512964
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
I had made a left turn onto freeway entrance ramp, started accelerating to get up to speed. At approximately 30mph there was a loud bang/pop noise and the vehicle front left dropped down. I hung on to try and keep vehicle under control as it took an sharp left hand turn towards a pole. Even though the brake pedal went to the floor i was able to some how get the vehicle stopped before the passenger side hit the pole…
Crash reported
ODI 10497587
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact was driving approximately 55 mph and experienced a complete loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. The contact inspected under the hood and noticed that the power steering reservoir was empty. He then dispensed power steering fluid to the proper level. The vehicle was taken to an…
ODI 10493215
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while reversing and attempting to park at approximately 1 mph, the front driver's wheel made slight contact with the curb. As a result, the contact lost control of the steering. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the driver's side inner and outer tie rod connection tread was corroded and fractured. The contact replaced the driver's…
ODI 10437796
Frame And Members · Steering
The frame on my toyota tacoma has extensive rust. Toyota has recalled vehicles with rusted frames for the years 1995 to 2000. The same thing is happening to newer vehicles and the danger is still the same. Rust keeps getting worse and soon it will be a safety hazard. *tr
ODI 10248574
Steering
Difficulty steering, lost control of vehicle, vehicle rolled over several times
Crash reported · 2 deaths
ODI 10123715
Steering · Suspension
Truck 'wanders' and won't track straight without continuous correction with the steering wheel. Especially bad when hitting bumps or on 'rain grooves' or other uneven surfaces. Difficult to maintain lane discipline and especially scary in construction zones with narrow lanes and concrete dividers nearby. Had front end aligned (no help), new tires put on (no help), new shocks installed (no help), tires balanced…
ODI 10364428
Lower Ball Joint · Steering
My 2001 toyota tacoma was involved in a accident. At the trial the accident reconstruction person said he could not understand why the crash happened that it looked like some one had yanked the wheel very hard. The trial was for manslaughter and it took place before the recall. The truck was never inspected by a mechanic. I feel this was the cause for the accident. *jb
Crash reported · 3 injuries · 1 death
ODI 10134457