While driving consumer complained of wheels bouncing, could not tell if it was the front end or back end or both, when vehicle was inspected mechanic found nothing, but on 10-23-00 the problem increased and a rattling sound was evident, consumer was advised that front struts were leaking and needed replacement, and now vehicle is out of warranty consumer is requesting reimbursement.
1997 Toyota Avalon suspension complaints
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After noticing oil spots on pavement had mechanic check vehicle. Found rack and pinion steering needed to be replaced/ driver's seat belt had to be replaced due to tensioner tightening up with too much force/ tires were wearing out prematurely due to bad suspension/vehicle had rough ride, and struts were leaking.
Dealer reports that the part fails so often that the parts are back-ordered. No safety defect listed.
While driving front suspension would make clicking noises. Had not hit any bumps or holes when it did this. Front tires felt real loose like bolts and nuts were coming off. Had taken vehicle to dealership, and been informed by mechanic that nothing was wrong with suspension. Problem still exists.
Suspension of my car sounds like it is moaning, groaning, squeazing, etc. When I turn my steering wheel, when I drive over a bump and when I apply my brakes. Very scary sound, something is definitely wrong.
This problem with the front struts has been ongoing since 1995 and the problems still exist in year 2001.
Excessive wear on tires. *ak (dot number: 004550 tiresize: p205/65r15)
Failure of front struts assembly as evidenced by bouncing of front wheels and ratttling. Inspection by toyota service dealer found struts to be leaking. Dealer and manufacturer stated that since the car was out of warranty on basis of time (3 years) even if not by mileage, they were not at fault. Following my problem, I found that a friend had asimilar problem on their rented 1998 model of the same car and turned the car in at the end of the rental instead of purchasing it.
Rack and pinion steering needed to be replaced/ leaking oil, and front strut support had to be repaired. Vehicle was rattling constantly from time of purchase. Also, had a brake problem. When brakes were applied there was sound. Only after brake pedal was applied a second time knocking sound stopped. In addition, driver's seat moved when making turns. Consumer felt unsafe in vehicle.
Dealer mechanic told me in strict confidence this problem is very common. Cost to replace two front struts is $743.00. According to mechanic, the consequences could result in tire failure.
Noise from front end when road not smooth or speed bumps. Finally took to repair shop and were told strut mounts worn, bushings bad at towers. Feel for struts to fail with this low a mileage is unacceptable. We have 5 yr/60,000 platinum extended warranty and they claim it is "usual wear & tear". Is it usual to wear out in 49,000 miles. 85% probably long dist. Highway miles?
Mcpherson struts are leaking and no longer gives any suspension. When a bump is hit front suspension rattles and shakes. Dealer has been contacted.
The front suspension bar was broken causing the vehicle veeres to the left while on highway and goes out of control resulting in accident. Yh
Struts.
Problem manifests itself by rattles that apparently are on right front of vehicle.
Right & left struts failed.
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