Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||||
| T-SB-0057-12 | 03/23/2012 | 10044157 | Toyota: steering intermediate shaft rattle noise. some vehicles may exhibit steering rattle noise when driven over rough road surfaces. also included 2wd tacoma prerunner. model years 2005-2012. *js | 05/16/2012 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||||
| SB-0119-10 REV2 | 05/03/2010 | 10036975 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| SB-0119-10 REV2 | 05/03/2010 | 10036975 | Toyota: some toyota tacoma vehicles manufactured between 2005 and 2011 may have a steering rattle noise when driving on rough surfaces. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
| STEERING - LINKAGES | |||||
| SB-0119-10 REV2 | 05/03/2010 | 10036975 | Ready | 04/25/2011 | |
| SB-0119-10 REV2 | 05/03/2010 | 10036975 | Toyota: some toyota tacoma vehicles manufactured between 2005 and 2011 may have a steering rattle noise when driving on rough surfaces. *rm | 04/25/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 04/19/2012 | 96221 | ||
| Steering became very stiff | |||
| 04/06/2007 | 38000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. the contact stated that the clutch was emitting an unusual odor and began slipping. in addition, the contact stated that the steering was unstable and would often cause the vehicle to drift abnormally, especially when driving over uneven road surfaces. in addition, when the vehicle was parked at an angle, the ignition would fail to start. the manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance with repairs. the failure mileage was 38,000 and the current mileage was 43,000. | |||
| 04/06/2007 | 38000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. the contact stated the clutch started smelling bad and slipping on occasions at 38,000 miles. as you are driving the steering suspension caused the vehicle to wonder all over the lane. sometimes if you hit a bump or pothole in the road it will suddenly cause the vehicle to wonder. if you park the vehicle at an angle the engine will not start. the manufacturer was contacted who sent him to the dispute resolution area for them to correct the problem but they have not repaired the problem. the failure mileage was 38,000 and the current mileage was 43,000....mw | |||
| 09/10/2008 | 2000 | 1 | |
| Toyota tacoma trd sport 2007 there is a problem with the steering/suspension system, when the road has a slight inclination to the side, the truck dangerously tends to go out of the road if the steering wheel is left untouched for one second the truck goes out of the road. the dealer checked other new trucks 2008 or 2009 and it was the same they did not offer any repair, just said it was a normal condition in tacomas. *tr | |||
| 10/31/2008 | 0 | 1 | |
| I have a 2007 toyota tacoma. since i have owned it, when i drive, the steering feels loose. it seems like i am constantly trying to maintain a straight line, more so than on any other car i have owned. also, when i stop, sometimes the engine feels like it downshifts and lurches forward a little bit. *tr | |||
| 06/19/2009 | 50000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2007 toyota tacoma. while driving 15 mph in the rain and making a turn the vehicle fish tailed, spun around and crasded. the vehicle was destroyed. the contact sustained a spinal abrasion and was taken to the hospital. a police report is available. the toyota manufacturer was notified; however, no one answered the telephone. the failure mileage was 50,000. | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 08/31/2009 | |||
| I bought this truck new and purchased the optional anti-corrosion system at the time of the sale. at the 2-year check required by warranty, i noticed corrosion in the vicinity of the rear bumper and frame. the dealer, atkins-kroll toyota on guam, submitted this concern to the maker of the system, who denied any responsibility because i used the truck to haul scuba diving equipment. we have subsequently engaged with atkins-kroll directly, and they have failed to fix the problem, claiming they need to consult with their headquarters to determine if this is covered under warranty. meanwhile, my bumper has corroded through on the right side and separated from the frame. the majority of the corrosion is in the bumper and a crossbar at the rear of the truck bed. all the hardware in the bed has corroded as well, even though i fresh water rinse my truck bed every time after i haul dive gear (i have done this since purchasing the truck). there does not appear to be any appreciable corrosion beneath the forward portions of the bed, just the back. a fellow dive instructor with a 2005 tacoma pre-runner experienced the same thing, and his bumper completely came off. i understand earlier tacomas (i believe 1999-2004) were recalled for similar corrosion issues. i am convinced this corrosion is due to a materiel defect, a design flaw, or both but i have not been able to get conclusive action from the toyota dealer to date. when i contacted toyota's corporate headquarters they said they could not help me, that i had to work this out with the dealer. it is just not right and, more important, just not safe. | |||