2007 Toyota Tacoma Steering Problems
- 49
- 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 49 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering shaft · 15 records
- steering wheel · 13 records
- power steering · 12 records
- intermediate steering · 8 records
- failure mileage · 7 records
- needed replaced · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 19 |
| 100–150k mi | 14 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
This truck has 12 years and 62,000 miles on it. I was making a u-turn last week, and when i finished the turn i heard the noise of something breaking. Then a clanking noise of metal on metal started to sound from under the steering column while turning the wheel and running over bumps. I also noticed excessive play on the turn of the steering wheel and vibration when driving above 50mph. I am a licensed auto tech…
ODI 11241255
Steering
The intermediate steering shaft u joint rusts and causes the steering to stiffen unexpectedly. I know there are technical service bulletins put out by toyota, it is disappointing that automobile company's are not held accountable by the nhtsa, since this is a safety issue.
ODI 11208753
Steering
Steering is very hard to steer dealer wants 600.00 to fix a steering shaft i don't think its right should be a re call on this truck before some one gets killed.
ODI 11192033
Body · Steering
I own a 2007 toyota tacoma. It's frame has been inspected by my local toyota dealer (hertrich) three separate times for rust to the frame. It received a rust inhibitor coating on 1/16/15. It was inspected again on 12/21/17 and 1/3/19. During the 1/3/19 inspection, the dealer conducted a multi-point inspection. My truck's steering components and steering linkage were inspected. It received a green check by the…
ODI 11181067
Steering
I have had issues with the steering being incredibly too stiff. There is no return once the steering wheel has reached past 3 o'clock or 9 o'clock on the wheel. I have done some research and it looks like the intermediate steering shaft is the issue and has been commonly reported. I do not understand why this has not been recalled as the steering is incredibly difficult to turn and can cause serious problems with…
ODI 11169977
Steering
Steering became progressively harder to turn over a period of many weeks. It was ok with highway speeds and straightaways with little steering correction. It was very hard when all types of normal turns were executed at any speed and after warm up. It turned out toyota, by comment of the repairing mechanic, who had done many, has had an issue with corrosion of the steering column linkage. I have never received any…
ODI 11152544
Steering
I have a problem with the steering becoming stiff at times when turning the wheels either right or left. I took it in and i was told that they lubricated the universal joint; however, that did not rectify the problem. I've had the power steering pump replaced; but, this problem isn't the same as what was happening the the pump needed replacement.
ODI 11102599
Steering
Steering is very stiff. Turning left and right. Need 2 hands to turn and return to center. This is the 3rd time . 1st time it just went away and came back and went away. Now it's back. Afraid to drive it after reading some of the minor crashes associated with this issue.
ODI 11092367
Steering
Last week i noticed tightness in the steering of my 07 toyota tacoma intermittently. It progressively worsened and at times would be very "jerky". Yesterday it was tight nearly my entire way to work. I called and made an appointment to have it checked. On my way to the repair shop, as i was turning out of a parking lot, the truck started to turn fine but all of a sudden got very stiff and jerked. I wasn't expecting…
ODI 11079751
Steering
Lower steering shaft 4520304021 seized. Repair cost is significant $400 plus. I don't believe this item is a normal maintenance item like brakes or belts. Not to mention if it seizes while driving could cause a major accident or fatality. Mine has not seized but is causing much harder than normal steering effort. There is no warning prior to it seizing. Please advise.
ODI 11078464
Steering
Steering had intermittent problems. One day it was fine and the next felt like there was no power steering. After turning a corner, the steering wheel would not return to the center position without considerable force and only after hitting the curb. It turned out that the lower intermediate shaft of the steering assembly had a u-joint that seized and was close to breaking off before i could get it replaced.
Crash reported
ODI 11081012
Steering
Steering is tight while turning then good then tight it's getting worse, i replaced power steering unit wasnt that, and front bearings. In motion and when turning
ODI 11076384
Steering
Stiff steering caused minor collision into snow bank while driving at slow speed on city street. Many complaints/accounts on forums relating to this issue
Crash reported
ODI 11072886
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. While driving 70 mph, the steering failed without warning. As a result, the contact rear ended the preceding vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front passenger steering knuckle failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired,…
Crash reported
ODI 11021501
Steering
Steering seized, later determined to be a severely corroded intermediate steering shaft u joint. Was turning a corner at the time and was able to gain control of the vehicle. Later learned through online research this is a common occurrence with this vehicle. Dealer tried to lubricate. But later replaced the shaft as the joint continued to bind.
ODI 11006462
Steering
I had my 2007 tacoma rack and pinion steering replaced because it was stiff and a reliable mechanic recommended it cost over 1000 dollars. 90 %fixed times the steering sticks and have to muscle it in control. I've now read it might be the universal joint. And there are multiple complaints on this. I've had the recall on my frame replaced. Any more recalls i hate to see this truck become a money pit.
ODI 11001867
Steering
POWER STEERING UNRESPONSIVE AT TIMES. 71,000 MILES.
ODI 10883798
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. While driving 10 mph, the power steering failed. The contact stated that the steering became difficult to operate. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000.
ODI 10851295
Steering
Steering has become very difficult. Parking, changing lanes, and turning have all become quite a dangerous chore--. To the point i do not feel safe even operating the truck.
ODI 10846044
Body · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
The frame is rusting out on my tacoma that i purchased and toyota says since they inspected it 9 month ago it no longer qualifies for frame replacement program. It had not been driven under any negative road corrosive conditions in this time, and this frame was i believe rusted when inspected and not discovered because it has rusted from the inside out. Now the power steering has gone out and i have been…
ODI 10853182
Steering
Steering is very loose and unresponsive. Feels like the wheel could come off on the left side.
ODI 10875075
Steering
Steering actually locked up requiring extra effort to make a right curve. After stopping and looking for aa problem working the wheel back and forth freed up the steering enough to drive home. An internet search found hundreds of complaints about this issue with tacomas. Lower steering u joint rusts and seizes.. Lubed the shaft and plan to replace the steering knuckle.
ODI 10730519
Steering
Steering wheel intermittently tightens up while driving making it rather difficult to turn. Seems to be related to a worn intermediate steering shaft. Performance tends to improve upon adding lubricant to the associated u-joint, however over time this part begins to tighten up again. This part will have to be replaced...updated 09/22/15 *bf updated 10/26/2017*cn
ODI 10726303
Steering
Try to make small adjustment with steering wheel and the steering appeared to fight me. When first starting the truck and go to back up, the wheel is difficult to move. After rocking the wheel back and forth a number of times the steering seems a little more normal. This same wheel fight can come on even when you are on the road and traveling the speed limit. Since this happens while driving, i am worried that it…
ODI 10725309
Steering
Steering randomly gets stiff and almost locks. Rusted ujoint in intermediate steering shaft.
ODI 10723718