2003 Toyota Camry Steering Problems
- 38
- 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 38 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 8 records
- steering column · 7 records
- left right · 4 records
- steering shaft · 4 records
- right left · 4 records
- pulls left · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension
2003 camry le [xxx]. Currently 7585 miles/17 months since purchase new. Gradually drifts right (began from buy date). Onset of drift is approximately 3 sec. After steady track established. Requires constant attention/correction. Vehicle is not safe to drive, other than for local short trips. Tires as cause have been eliminated. (six new tires have been mounted; rf, then lf, then all 4 tires). Toyota dealer check of…
ODI 10080438
Steering
In an online message board, i noticed a camry owner discussing their "lean left" problem, which i share as well. Shortly after having my car for 6 months (2003 le model purchased in nov 2002) i noticed the car slightly pulling to the left. Over time, and even with numerous alignments, the lean has gotten worse. Sounds like this is a common problem among many camry owners and i would like to know if toyota has…
ODI 10068103
Steering
2003 camry se drifts to the left, especially noticeable on the freeway. Dealer adjusted alignment to specs. Problem still exists. *jb
ODI 10058707
Steering
When driving between 60-70 mph the steering while vibrated severely. This made controlling the vehicle and maintaining it on the road very difficult. The consumer will be taking vehicle to the dealership. Please provide further information. *nlm
ODI 10040568
Steering
Vehicle pulls to left and drifts when driven under most road conditions. Dealer is unable to correct this problem in three attempts. This steering defect represents a significant safety risk. I intend to take steps to force toyota to repurchase this vehicle under the ohio lemon law. *la
ODI 10043528
Steering · Suspension
This car pulls left and tracks poorly under most driving conditions. It is especially bad in crosswinds and on wet roadways. It was originally established by the dealership that low caster angle was to blame. The dealer was able to loosen and jiggle the engine cradle to get the caster on the minimum specification for caster, but this has done nothing to correct the poor handling. After 4 visits and much unnecessary…
ODI 10071228
Steering · Suspension
I purchased a toyota camry v6 se model in july of 2003. Since purchase there is a steering pull/veer to the left requiring over correction to the right. I brought car into several dealerships 4 times, 1st time was told the problem was nonexistent; 2nd time, no problem, noticeable again; 3rd time tire rotation performed, but car still veers to the left. Two weeks ago, car was driven by factory representative who…
ODI 10041139
Steering · Suspension
Since soon after i purchase my toyota camry new i have noticed that it pulls hard to the left. Fortunately i have yet to have a vehicle accident, though several times my car has drifted into the oncoming lane. *nm
ODI 10171148
Steering
From original purchase date of vehicle, the car tracks left. The tracking to the left occurs in any lane at any time. I have had into dealer three times for repair. First two visits resulted in comments that this was "normal" and the crown of the road. A third visit, at another dealer indicated that the toe was "slightly" off. While this has ameliorated the problem, it continues. I understand that this is "typical"…
ODI 10049654
Steering · Suspension
2003 camry purchased jan 03: complaint was--car has to be "herded" continually. Will not maintain straight line of travel. Feels like it is "on top of the bubble." annoying. Dealer checked alignment and said "all within specifications--no problem found." it still does it! (checked 5/22/03) *la the vehicle drifted to the right about 3 seconds after the pressure was released from the steering wheel. The vehicle only…
ODI 10047147
Steering
I bought my toyota camry 2003 le brand new from koons toyota dealership in tysons corner, virginia back in 2003. Few months after the purchase i noticed car always pulling to the left. I went back to dealer but they claim it was just road pulling and that it was normal. I accepted that as an answer from certified toyota dealer and went on with my life. This was my second car so i was not driving it much at the time…
ODI 10450835
Steering
I have taken my 2003 camry le to toyota dealerships 3 times for the problem of it pulling to the left. I brought my brand new car in for the first time within one month of purchase. The second time i brought my car in, the pull left had caused my tires uneven, premature wear. My tires needed replacement at 15,000 miles, although the dealership told me that they would last for 20,000 and this was "close enough." i…
ODI 10060776
Steering · Suspension
2003 camry le purchased august 2003. Car pulls/veers to left at speeds below 50-55 mph. When reaching speeds above this, the pull /veering to the left is very pronounced (especially interstate driving). Have taken the car to the dealership twice; the first visit they checked the tire pressure, tires, etc. And was told they couldn't find a problem and stated variations in the roads traveled may cause this. Second…
ODI 10063791