2003 Toyota Corolla Steering Problems
- 7
- 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 7 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, there was a sudden loss of power steering assist. The steering wheel became difficult to turn even though force was engaged. The vehicle was driven to side of the road where the engine was turned off. The contact noticed that the power steering fluid reservoir was empty and he added additional fluid. The contact…
ODI 10549381
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl* the contact owned a 2003 toyota corolla s. The contact was in a crash. The contact stated that while attempting to stop the vehicle, after driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal and steering wheel seized. The contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the vehicle in front. A police report was filed. There were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were…
Crash reported
ODI 10451375
Steering
I have a 2003 toyota corolla and have noticed a constant problem with the car veering while driving on the highway at speeds over 50 - 60 mph. I am a careful driver so it's not me! It's especially bad when going around a curve or when a semi truck passes me, especially when it's raining. I just had the tires re-balanced, rotated, and the brake rotors re-surfaced, all of which the toyota dealership in cleveland tn…
ODI 10343981
Steering
My daughter has a 2003 toyota corolla that we got her a year ago. Since she has had it she has mentioned several times to her father and me the steering seems to be difficult at times. We took it in to our mechanics when it was in for and oil change and tire rotating but they could not simulate the problem. However, now we see that it is a problem for the 2009 and 2010 corollas it makes me wonder if the same defect…
ODI 10312769
Latches/Locks/Linkages · Steering
The bolt holding the pulley for the belts snapped and wedged in the engine - so far 2 1/2 days by the dealer and they still cannot remove the bolt. I think there is a defect in the bolt. *tr
ODI 10251478
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Exhaust System · Front · Labels · Rear · Steering · Traction Control System · Vehicle Speed Control
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) purchased 2003, toyota, corolla, vin: [xxx] with daughter. Veh was purchased from toyota of orange in ca. Two days later a hit and run driver forced veh to skid across five lanes on interstate 10 in ontario, ca, and landed atop center divider. The vehicle was sent to repair shop and "repaired" after approximately 5-8 months.…
Crash reported
ODI 10319371
Steering
I currently own a 2003 toyota corolla. Since i purchased the car in 2005, i noticed while driving on highways, at certain times it is difficult to stay in the lane because of the steering. It is almost as if the car is being pushed by wind, even if there is no wind. I noticed an article about this complaint in 2009-2010 toyota corolla's however, i have noticed it for years with my 2003 toyota corolla. *tr
ODI 10307936