2005 Toyota Camry Steering Problems
- 64
- 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 64 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 42 records
- steering shaft · 14 records
- steering column · 13 records
- intermediate steering · 10 records
- intermediate shaft · 10 records
- power steering · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 23 |
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
There is a clunk, pop, or knock type noise when turning the steering wheel left or right. There is a tsb issued about this and toyota refuses to fix it,said the warranty is off. The introduction, warranty information, parts information, and repair procedure sections have been updated to reflect removal, lubrication, and reinstallation of the steering intermediate shaft instead of replacement. Applicable warranty '…
ODI 10427647
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. The contact stated that there was a cluncking sound coming from the steering area. The dealer diagnosed that the steering column would need to be replaced. The manufacturer denied any assistance with repair to the defect. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 46,000.
ODI 10428048
Steering
2005 toyota camry se (25,000 miles) having intermittent problem where the car does not recover when coming out of a turn. The steering wheel appears to bind/lock and driver has to manually turn the wheel to make the care go straight. Problem seems to happen primarily when making a left onto a several lanes of traffic, not so much with sharp turns. Vehicle was taken to toyota dealership for inspection and was told…
ODI 10360695
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. While attempting to shift into reverse the contact applied the brakes and noticed that the vehicle suddenly surged forward without warning. The failure was not diagnosed. The contact also noticed that while traveling 15 mph and turning in any direction the steering wheel would continue to turn in that same direction on its own. The failure mileage was 100,000. Updated…
ODI 10356014
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. The contact stated the power steering would intermittently fail when attempting a turn in either direction. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer advised they had not received any similar complaints and would not provide any assistance. The vin was not available. The current and failure mileages were 48,000. Updated…
ODI 10336784
Steering
This is a complaint about the premature failure of the "steering intermediate shaft" on a 2005 toyota camry xle. The car was taken to hogan and sons, a well respected local repair shop (leesburg, virginia) with a complaint of front end noise. A toyota trained technician diagnosed that this part needed to be immediately replaced as it was failing and would adversely impact steering and safety. The car could no longer…
ODI 10333938
Steering
I was getting on the freeway and i was merging to another freeway i was on the 5 merging to the 118 and that is where i noticed the gas pedal accelerated and i could not slow the vehicle down. I then lost control of the steering wheel. I was trying to get the steering wheel to straighten out the car and go with the curve and it wouldn't, i then hit he wall 3 times and flipped my car. I did notice this a month prior…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10336444
Steering
Started noticing a worsening click in the steering wheel until turned into a big clunk. The work cost me $2000 through a private mechanic. I should have contacted the dealership and made a big stink because the car was under 60k but over 5 years old. But the car was already taken apart and i needed to get it on the road for work. *tr
ODI 10617939
Steering
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). I have never had a car in which a part of the steering column?wore out? Until this past february. During february i had to replace the intermediate shaft on my 2005 camry le [xxx]; this car only had 44,950 miles on it when i noticed the problem (february 12, 2010). On feb, 25, i brought the car to lexington toyota, (ma…
ODI 10322543
Steering · Structure
Knocking noise in steering when turning steering wheel, loud noise. Occurred every time turning steering wheel. Took to dealer and had to replace steering shaft assembly, part #45220-33270. Dealers invoice was for $503.51 and after stating my case they charge me $233.18 "goodwill adjustment" the old part has been discarded. The camry had only 37,257 miles on it. *tr
ODI 10344455
Steering
Intermediate shaft (steering) on 2005 toyota camry. Car has only 36k and "clunking noise. Only real fix is to replace shaft. Started to read online and found that this is a very frequent occurrence in this model/year. In short, the part appears to be defective and the possibility for steering failure is present. No injuries to report; however, the potential for steering failure is present. Asking that nhtsa look…
ODI 10303821
Steering
When backing up, driving at slow speeds, and turning the steering wheel, a clicking or dull clunk can be felt through the steering wheel. This occurrence is regular. Numerous online complaints have been submitted to the toyota vehicle forums and toyota has issued a tsb #st001-06 dated february 16, 2006 for the replacement of the steering intermediate shaft as the corrective action. However, because of the numerous…
ODI 10304816
Steering
When backing up, driving at slow speeds, and turning the steering wheel, a clicking or dull can be felt through the steering wheel. This occurrence is regular. At first this was experienced 36k miles, at that time repair was done under the waranty. Unclear if the part was replaced or repaired. Now same occured at 72k miles, when brought to the dealer's attention, the mechanic stated that it was normal and no pepairs…
ODI 10307001
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 25mph and the vehicle surged forward. The contact depressed the brake while slowing down to complete a turn . The dealer was informed and they inspected the vehicle. The dealer did repair the vehicle but never informed the contact of what the failure was. The vehicle has not experienced any other failures since then. The approximate…
ODI 10317770
Steering
The steering column generates a sound similar to ice and rocks sloshing around whenever the vehicle changes position--from stop to start, or acceleration or deceleration. I have taken it to toyota dealership. Was told they could not hear this sound. Nothing done to repair or replace, but sound persists. The car has 48,000 miles on it now--sounds began around 35,000 miles. Subsequent email to toyota.com to report…
ODI 10371886
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Steering
When driving on highway, there was some noise coming from the engine compartment, and suddenly i lost power steering and lights flashed on the front panel. I managed hard to pull off the vehicle from the highway, it was so hard make turns to the ramp. The engine temperature started to fluctuate. There was little smoking come out, i had to stop there. It was turned out there was a belt fell out and my alternator…
ODI 10438983
Steering
I got into my 05 toyota camry 4cyl and as i backed out of my driveway i noticed a serious problem with the steering. I turned the steering wheel to the right rather sharply and the car remained traveling straight. I pulled back into the driveway and tried again - the same thing happened. I was afraid to drive the car so i had it towed to the toyota dealership. They checked it for the better part of the day and said…
ODI 10308299
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. He stated that at 32,000 miles the steering wheel began making a loud noise when he made a left turn. He also noticed that the left tire malfunctioned when the failure occurred. The dealers diagnosis indicated that the steering column needed to be replaced. The estimated repair cost was $500. The current mileage was 50,000. Updated 04/05/10 *bf the consumer stated the left…
ODI 10308936
Steering
Clunk in steering wheel had to replace intermediate steering shaft at 41,000 miles started the noise at 36,000. There are several toyota service bulletins on this issue and numerous customer complaints. Toyota refuses to extend the warranty or notify the consumer of the problem. *tr
ODI 10281882
Steering
I am hearing a knocking sound coming from my steering wheel. I only have 45,000 miles on my car. I took my car into the dealership today they told me that my steering column is loose and that it needs to be replaced asap; with the cost of $500 dollars. After checking online i see that there is so many other people with the same problem/complaint. They also have a toyota camry. I taken my car into the dealership…
ODI 10259166
Steering
Impending failure of intermediate steering shaft universal joints that currently causes 'clunks' in steering but is progressing and could cause failure of steering shaft and loss of directional control of vehicle or binding or locking of steering assembly. Toyota has a voluntary program to replace faulty design, but only extends that during the original 3/36 warranty. This is a safety issue and thus far toyota is of…
ODI 10257683
Steering
I have had this car 2 years.. The steering column (shaft to the wheel) vibrates at times while on the highway. Occasionally, when going over certain or different sections of the road... It is like a rattle vibration. It is not constant but is this normal?? Is it a defect?? Should it vibrate at all??? *tr the consumer felt the dealer should have informed him about the acceleration problems with the vehicle before he…
ODI 10256197
Steering
The steering of the car was slightly bumpy, was not evident in the beginning. After few months or so or close to 42k miles the steering began to make some bumpy noises. Was not aware of the defective intermediate shaft that was supposed to be replaced under warranty . Was never notified by dealer even during my visits to them when it was under warranty. Recently took the car to the dealer and they informed that i…
ODI 10241180
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota camry. On one occasion, the wheel locked. The contact was able to get the key into the ignition, but the wheel would not unlock and the key would not turn. The failure occurred on another occasion. She jiggled the key and steering wheel until the steering column unlocked. The manufacturer stated that she should continue to jiggle or "play" with the steering and the key until she is…
ODI 10239611
Electronic Stability Control · Steering
Heard a thumping noise in the drive shaft of the steering wheel. It would not go away, took the car to the toyota dealer to look at. My car has always been serviced by a toyota dealer there is a part in the drive shaft that links to the control arm of the wheels, this part has failed and could have caused me to loose control of the steering wheel and disabled my ability to turn my wheels, and cause a deadly…
ODI 10229424