2004 Toyota Camry Steering Problems
- 60
- 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 60 stored complaint records:
- 6 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 30 records
- steering column · 16 records
- power steering · 9 records
- pulled left · 7 records
- test drive · 5 records
- left right · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 23 |
| 30–60k mi | 12 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Steering
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.
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 11181536
Steering
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…
ODI 10970128
Steering
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…
ODI 10897073
Steering
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. *tr
ODI 10559026
Steering
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…
ODI 10549055
Steering
I suddenly experienced an increased effort to make a turn. *tr
ODI 10519584
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving, took a corner and my car turned off without warning or signal, and i lost power steering and hit another parked vehicle. I proceeded to turn my car back on, drive ten feet and the engine shut off again without warning. I went to the auto body shop and they stated it was a code 2112 throttle issue. I researched on the internet and saw several other consumer complaints about this same issue with the…
Crash reported
ODI 10501306
Steering
Took car for test drive on road described to me by a dealership employee as an uncrowned road.let go of steering wheel a few times and immediately the car took off to the left repeatedly. Went back to dealership, said would buy car, but that i would have to have the steering pulling cured.went back next day or two, tires rotated. On drive home pulling was back.went back for realignment. Was told the problem was…
ODI 10500867
Body · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
I was approaching a freeway in atlanta, ga. As the connector curved, i was driving about 35 mph and gently brake about 200 feet from the freeway. The car immediately and violently accelerated, throwing my head back against the headrest; i brake harder but there was no response from the car; the car seemed to pivot on the right front tire and the rear end flew to my left about 240 degrees or so and struck the guard…
Crash reported
ODI 10490196
Steering
No incident, program keep asking for date: its a dummy date. I am the original owner of toyota camry lxi 2004. Around 35,260 miles and before 3 years (under warranty) steering started causing trouble, started to feel and hear cllcking in the steering when ever the steering wheel is moved or during driving in either direction. In addition to this problem some times steering gets really hard during driving. I took the…
ODI 10442466
Steering · Tires · Vehicle Speed Control
The left front tire ( new tire, i punched 4 new michelin tires 7/11) on my car popped. I am not sure if the car pedal got stuck first, everything happened fast. Steering became impossible and the car when side to side as i attempted to steer the car. The stewing wheel would turn, but it didn't work. The major thing is that i couldn't operate the car because of the pedal getting stuck and the steering was impossible…
ODI 10436798
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the steering wheel began moving from left to right independently. The contact decelerated to move to the shoulder as the failure persisted. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer where they advised her that there was as steering fluid leakage due to the steering pump being fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10408619
Steering
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.
ODI 10618206
Steering
At around 48,000 miles, i started to feel and hear a clicking in the steering. It occurs any time the steering wheel is moved,(parked or driving). I had a mechanic check it out and was told that the intermediate slide shaft is causing the problem. As i searched through your complaint list, i see there are a lot of complaints against this model and year. It seems toyota does not want to take responsibility. I was…
ODI 10378264
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry. The contact stated that the steering wheel shaft failed because of the bearings and caused the steering wheel to feel extremely tight. The dealer stated that the steering wheel could lock while driving. The steering column, steering assembly and the bearings were replaced at the owners expense. The failure and current mileages were approximately 26,000. Updated 8/25/10 *cn…
ODI 10341819
Steering
Noise in steering column and too much play in steering. Replaced intermediate steering column shaft. Major issue averted since my mechanic picked up on the issue. Significant automobile part, should not have failed. Toyota has a service bulletin but not a recall on this issue. *tr
ODI 10326923
Air Bags · Steering
The front left of the car was making noise. When i drive, the steering wheel was vibrating when i press the brake. When i was driving on the freeway, the steering wheel stopped working. As the steering wheel did not work, i tried to stopped the car by pressing the brakes, but that did not stop the car. The front of my car hit into the center divider on the freeway and then the back of my car also hit the divider.…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10316431
Steering
I previously purchased a 2004 new camry at a car dealership in california. At 17,000 miles i noticed a thumping sound and vibration in the steering column. I was informed that this year car was experiencing problems and the steering column was fixed. The repair was made under warranty. Just recently at 49, 000 miles, the same problem occurred again. I was told that the steering could have gone out any time and i…
ODI 10313866
Steering
During routine vehicle maintenance toyota mechanic reported loose steering column. Lots of play in steering wheel when driving - very poor responsiveness. Vehicle taken to toyota dealer - new intermediate steering shaft replaced at my cost. *tr
ODI 10297081
Fuel System, Gasoline · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
I own a 2004 toyota camry. It has a defective throttle body which has left my wife stranded and cost $1000 to fix from the dealer. This is a common problem and a few of my friends have had to pay twice to get this fixed. The other issue is there a defective part in the steering linkage that pops when you turn. This eventually leads to slop in the steering and it cause my to go in the ditch. This accident has given…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10358917
Steering
Steering loose when moving wheel back and forth slowly. Hardly noticed at first. I drove the car today. I have not driven it for several months. Steering was more loose and the wheels also vibrated along with the steering wheel at about 60mph. I googled the problem and found lots of information, see link: yes, search this forum for "steering noise" and you'll find a few threads. This is where they nailed it:…
ODI 10279640
Catalytic Convertor · Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Acceleration on my 2004 toyota camry began to fluctuate wildly while i was driving down the road. Car would suddenly accelerate, then decelerate almost non-stop. I shut engine off, called toyota and had the car towed in. I was told that the engine control module (ecm) was defective and would be replaced under a federally mandated warranty - car had 76,000 miles, and warranty was good to 80,000 miles. However they…
ODI 10301768
Steering
Steering hard to turn,steering wheel very stiff. *tr
ODI 10312012
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota camry le. The contact lost control of the vehicle because the steering wheel malfunctioned on the vehicle. The contact was not injured in the crash. The contact was not able to give more details of what caused the vehicle to lose control. The consumer was traveling 55 mph when the crash occurred. The failure mileage was 39,000. The vehicle was destroyed. Updated 4/26/10 *cn updated…
Crash reported
ODI 10315183
Steering
Steering column makes bad noises when it is turned. The noises continue and steering is rough. *tr
ODI 10302325