2012 Toyota Camry Steering Problems
- 41
- 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 41 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- Electric Power Assist System · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 19 |
| 30–60k mi | 9 |
| 60–100k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota camry. The contact stated that while driving 50 mph, the steering wheel pulled to the left and the vehicle crashed into another vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed. The contact stated that he sustained a cut on his leg causing it to become infected. The contact stated that the other driver sustained cuts and bruises to her arms. The manufacturer was not notified of the accident and…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10511235
Steering
The vehicle had been steering erratically and pulling to the left primarily. It feels as though the wind is buffeting the vehicle and it is difficult to maintain a steady course. When family have driven behind me it has been noted that the vehicle is all over the road. I was to take the vehicle to the shop for routine maintenance and to have the problem checked out this week but i had an accident. The car pulled to…
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10508095
Steering
Bought a new 2012 camry. First time on highway noticed excessive amount of play in the steering driving 50mph. I was very surprised on how difficult it is to keep the car driving straight at high speeds. Steering wheel is very loose and erratic. Driving next to a big rig truck i had to focus all my effort (moving my steering wheel left and right) to keep car centered. This is dangerous and the steering feels…
ODI 10512675
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
I have a toyota camry se 2012 (4-cyl) which i bought on 08/29/2012. On 12/31/2012 (the road was clear and dry, it was a cloudy day, no rain, snow, ice on the road) while starting to accelerate from a stop light, turning into a lane, after i stopped pressing the gas pedal, the car kept getting faster and faster (the gas pedal didn't get stuck and my foot wasn't on it), when i started to turn into a lane, the driver's…
1 injury
ODI 10492415
Steering
Steering lacks on-center feel and this is particularly noticeable at highway speed. Car wanders/darts left and right requiring constant corrective steering to keep car on course. This could be dangerous because even momentary lack of attention to the problem can cause the car to change direction significantly. *tr
ODI 10489273
Engine · Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
P/o response ltr to toyota corp. Re 2012 camrydate: december 26, 2013 - ...furthermore,my brother and i have stressed to everyone we have spoken with since our first contact on dec16, 2013 with toyota regarding these dangerous mechanical problems i.e., the unintended acceleration, steering pulling to the right as well as the offensive odor that occurs when the ac is turned on. ...no one will assist us until january…
ODI 10558272
Steering
The car is very difficult to keep in a straight line, particularly at 70 mph and when driving in the passing lane on the open highway. I must correct my steering constantly, to keep the car from trying to go left. If you look away for just a moment, you will find yourself bearing left without even thinking about it. My dealer has been fully cooperating so far, but there have not been any correction of the problem. I…
ODI 10488775
Steering
My 2012 toyota camery se limited edition wanders all of the time. The car never tracks straight. Also none of the nose body lines match. I have brought back the car to the dealer, tarbox toyota, ri, and was told that the car was test driven. Also that the car was in spec. Although i was never presented with any documented paperwork. As for the bodylines i was told that this wasn't a bently. That none of the…
ODI 10482164
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota camry. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the vehicle veered from left to right independently. The failure recurred continuously. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis where they advised the contact that the steering wheel was not aligned. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred after the repair was performed. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10494670
Electrical System · Steering
The car wanders: it will drift to the right, i will correct with a little turn to the left. It then drifts to the left and i need to correct by steering to the right. At no time can i get the car to drive straight. Furthermore, there is no feeling in the steering wheel. It's like driving in a video game with only visual feedback.. This makes driving tiring and dangerous. If i take a second to look in the mirrors,…
ODI 10587894
Steering · Suspension
I went to pick up my vehicle on september 3, 2012. On the way i found the vehicle was rigid and the suspension was not working properly. When car hit various imperfections in the road there was a banging noise and the car would vibrate. I felt dizzy as during my time spent driving car. The car seems unsafe to use. This should not occur on a vehicle that cost $31k and on the first day that i am driving vehicle. In…
ODI 10474094
Steering
At highway speeds the car constantly wanders to the left and/or right requiring constant steering corrections. It is difficult to keep the car driving in a straight line at speed. Initially i thought it the cause was cross-winds but the problem happens all the time even on calm days with no wind. I have also discarded road surface imperfections/angle as the problem occurs while driving on different roads. It takes a…
ODI 10555173
Electric Power Assist System · Steering
Steering is vague and not predictable. Never had a car with elec. Steering. Car follows its own course. It takes a lot of attentions to keep it on the road. I think its something to check out. Did not go to the dealer yet. *tr during a test drive at the dealer, they did confirm there was a problem. However, there was no remedy to fit it. Updated 08/27/12
ODI 10468325
Steering
I am unable to stay in control of the steering. It seems to go where it wants. Car veers to the right or the left and i am constantly having to re-adjust the steering. Problem more noticeable in windy conditions. Dealership says they have had no similar complaints on the camry se. They have done 4 re-alignments and replaced the tires and the problem still exists. Seems reasonable that if not corrected, the problem…
ODI 10481320
Service Brakes · Steering
My 2012 camry hybrid steers hard to the left when braking when the road is crowned along the passenger side of the vehicle. I have taken it in for repair three times since i purchased it in december. First two times the dealer said that there was nothing wrong with the vehicle and that toyota hadn't registered similar complaints from other owners. The most recent visit to the dealer had a different result. On may…
ODI 10459385
Steering
This is the 5th camry we have owned since 1994 and we have been very happy with every one except this one. I feel very unsafe driving this car on the road, but especially in minnesota winter driving. My first impression was the feeling of driving a rear wheel drive car on ice. The car squirms like it is about to loose control and go into a spin, or like the rear of the car wants to move sideways. I am a professional…
ODI 10502234