2004 Toyota Camry steering problems

Filed Dec 11, 2023 · Steering · TX

The power steering freezes up upon the slightest amount of street water ponding making it almost impossible to turn the steering wheel. I have experienced a number of scary situations that make driving this car in wet elements very very difficult. As a result I generally refrain from driving altogether under these conditions. This dangerous problem must be fixed soon! I HAVE MENTIONED THIS PROBLEM IN THE PAST TO MY LOCAL DEALER (TOYOTA OF DALLAS)

Filed Aug 8, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · 325,000 miles · GA · crash · 1 injury

While driving locally at a non-speeding level,dry weather, wheel locked up preventing control of the vehicle which spun out of control, leadding to vehicle hitting a curb then airborne and turnover resulting to salvage damages.

Filed Feb 21, 2019 · Fuel system, Steering · 190,000 miles · MA · crash · 2 injuries

Car sitting at idle position suddenly launched forward. Vehicle was going 2-3 MPH when it suddenly launched forward and smashed into a wall at a top donut drive thru.

Filed Apr 3, 2017 · Steering · 100,100 miles · AL

Was informed that my power steering column was leaking and the steering devices could lose its restraints at any given time. This could lead to car losing complete steering causing a severe crash and potentially death to its occupants. With the recent recall for nissan vehicles regarding power steering fluid leaks, there is a concern that the leaks may cause fire to my vehicle. When asked about the problem to the toyota service technician, he stated that over time the power steering system may "rust" and need repairs. I asked about how often does this or has this issued occurred for toyota brand cars or trucks? No data was provided. I went on to press for additional information, but the service technician did not provide additional details regarding this issue with my 2004 toyota camry. Since getting the news about my car, I have noticed when driving on the highway or city streets my car quickly shifts steering toward the right at varous speeds into the next lane. I try to maintain control by staying in the far right lane on highways and city streets to avoid crashing into other cars.

Filed Aug 19, 2016 · Steering · 196,000 miles · RI

While driving yesterday - august 18, 2016, power steering went on and off when turning. Seemed to be the power steering - made it hard to turn the wheels. Driving on highway straight ahead was fine. On city streets and parking the issue was very noticeable and frightening since I didn't know if I could control my moving vehicle. . In checking to see where to get repair done, I noticed there is a recall for power steering on the 2004 camry. Called local toyota dealer where I bought the car, and was told that this VIN number has no recalls.

Filed Aug 1, 2014 · Steering · 85,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel vibrated and required excessive force to control. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

Filed Feb 25, 2014 · Engine, Steering · 45,453 miles · CA

When I was driving my car from parking lot to go home, I heard loud noise from front of my car and felt stiffness of control of my car. I tried to drive back to parking to take a look, but the car lost of power steering assist. The car was towed to toyota dealer. The dealer found out the power steering pulley had broken off and the drive belt came off. I was lucky it happened in parking lot, or I may get to a car accident. I have contacted to toyota, but they said it was not in recall of failed crankshaft pulley because the VIN number does not in the range of recall. But my car has exactly same issue the recall the federal safety agency campaign id number: 11v539000 has. The car is 2004 camry.

Filed Jan 8, 2014 · Steering · 64,070 miles · NY

I started up my 2004 toyota camry while parked at curb. When I put car in "drive," the steering wheel locked up (froze in place). I was unable to turn the wheel in either direction. Restarted car and steering was normal.

Filed Oct 23, 2013 · Steering · 206,000 miles · MI

I have steering noise issue from the day I purchased this vehicle in 2004. I have taken my vehicle to the dealership so many times to report this to the dealer and get it fixed but dealer has not fixed this issue. After the warranty on this vehicle is over when I took it back to the dealer and reported this again dealer wants to replace parts with the cost of 2000 dollars to fix it. I was not aware of this website before otherwise I would have submitted my complaint earlier but still want to report to the federal safety agency to record this for future. I did some research on this issue and found out apparently all the 2003-2004 toyotas has this same issue but the company and the dealers tries to deny that.

Filed Jun 12, 2013 · Steering · 38,500 miles · KS

I suddenly experienced an increased effort to make a turn.