2012 Toyota Tacoma steering problems

Filed May 22, 2025 · Steering · NC

While driving on the road truck locks up occassionally in a curve. i know of mulitple trucks its happening to and only in curves- will end up hurting someone if a fix for it isnt found - no one seems to know what is going on

Filed Aug 8, 2023 · Steering · MA

Sudden and total loss of power steering while backing up to park. There were/are no warning lights or messages displayed on the dashboard. With great difficulty, I was able to drive the car to my local mechanic. Steering was extremely difficult. The power steering unit has been ordered by my mechanic.

Filed Mar 11, 2021 · Steering · 34,200 miles · NH

Recently I have noticed the steering on my 2012 tacoma is harder that normal and no longer returns to center after turning. Upon investigating online and visually inspecting my truck, the intermediate steering rod lower ball joint has failed! Upon visual inspection it appears that the cups and bearing are destroyed . Toyota considers this a normal wear item!! The truck only has 34,400 miles actually this is a dangerous situation that will someday result in injury or death and should be taken seriously by toyota. It appears that many toyota owners are experiencing the same issue for many years.

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Steering · 75,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that after making a turn, the steering failed to return to the center position automatically. The contact stated that the steering ceased in the turned position. The contact stated that additional effort was needed to correct the failure. Vanderstyne toyota located at (4374 w ridge rd, rochester, ny 14626, 585‑225‑6600) was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The vehicle was repaired at a cost of $550 out of pocket. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no additional assistance. The failure mileage was 75,000. *bf

Filed May 21, 2019 · Body, Steering · 104,000 miles · PA

Wheel vibrates and shudders in motion, steering wheel becomes stiff, difficult to turn while highway driving.(see zh@ toyota support program). Per bobby rahal, lewistown pa, universal shaft affected, corrosion noted. Contacted toyota, recalls on same reported issues only covered on tacoma's from 2005-2011; they will not cover the recalled shaft assembly,universal joint and hanger for 2012 as it has not been recalled as of yet. They would rather have lawsuit apparently for faulty safety issues

Filed Dec 27, 2018 · Steering · 101,673 miles · PA

My steering shaft rotted and seized. I took it to a dealer and they repaired it but charged me $536.02 to fix it. When I reseached recalls there was one on 5/12/12. I am asking for my money back for this repair

Filed Sep 5, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 43,000 miles · OH

Lower control arm ball joint goes bad on both side cause the steering wheel to vibrate.

Filed Jul 29, 2017 · Electrical, Steering · 62,000 miles · WA

Horn quit working, only works when the wheel is turned to the left, fuses are good and so are the relays.

Filed Feb 3, 2015 · Steering · 24,500 miles · AZ

Within 5 miles of driving after having new lt 265 70 17 terra grappler tires installed truck began to pull from side to side when on uneven pavement .also very hard to control at higher speed as you get on rough pavement.I complained only to be told it is the truck and not tires,hard to believe as the previous set of tires rode very nice.

Filed Aug 21, 2013 · Steering · 12,000 miles · CA

I own 2012 tacoma sport from 500miles on it's had a vibration/shake in the steering wheel and sometimes throughout the vehicle cab. Toyota has been unable to resolve this issue with me a even after spending money of my own on re-balancing and alignment and trying to video tape they just have excuses after excuses.they say it's normal called road feedback or they claim they cant see the shake in the videos I have sent them. I hope this complaint is taking seriously before someone does get hurt or killed, its sad to think that it would come to that before toyota does something and owns up to this issue existing.I do believe this is a safety issue, when people spend there hard earned money on a vehicle they shouldn't have to have there steering wheel shake and vibrations with there new purchase. Thank you for taking the time to read my complaint, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).