2004 Toyota Corolla Steering Problems
- 11
- 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 11 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
What owners report
- steering wheel · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 60–100k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
The serpentine belt came out from the pulleys due to the fact that the alternator broke loose from the top anchor bolt. Upon examination, it was found that the alternator was anchored and fastened only by one top bolt. The second anchoring bolt (lower end) was not placed through the bolt hole because of an interference of 0.11". The loosened serpentine belt caused the steering wheel to cease its function and can…
ODI 11184320
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the casing in the steering column had failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000. The vin was unavailable.
ODI 10532636
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Every time it rains and creates a water puddle on the road, when i drive my car through it, water goes up under the car causing it to lose power, to momentarily shut down and i lose my steering. The battery light comes on as well. Also when i come to a stop the car starts shaking or vibrating and it seems like it wants to shut off. *tr
ODI 10548856
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact noticed excessive play in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for balancing, a rotation and an alignment of the tires. The front suspension was also inspected. All four tires were replaced. The failure continued after the maintenance was performed. The mechanic was unable to diagnose the…
ODI 10472658
Steering
The steering on my 2004 is harder to control at speeds of about 55 and above. It feels very loose and "spongy". I took it to a local dealership, and they told me it must be the tires. I had the tires replaced, and the problem remains. I believe that the steering is simply too loose and not well enough controlled. I have to work harder than i should to keep it in line. The problem has existed for the last couple…
ODI 10325163
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
My daughter had a head-on collision with a motorcycle, while driving her 2004 toyota corolla. The motorcycle rider was killed. The airbag in the corolla deployed and saved my daughter's life. Unfortunately, she still has little, or no memory of the accident. We don't know what happened, or why? The police believe she lost control of her vehicle, crossed the lane into oncoming traffic and struck the motorcycle. A…
Crash reported · 1 injury · 1 death
ODI 10320131
Steering
I have a 2004 toyota corolla. On dec. 24, 2005 the steering pulled away to the next lane causing it to hydroplane. It seems like a ghost just takes over the steering wheel. There were no injuries and thank god no deaths. After the car was repaired, i continued driving it. In 2006, the wheel continued to swift to the next lane, like it's pulling away from you. If you are not gripping the wheel tightly, the car will…
Crash reported
ODI 10310235
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota corolla. She noticed that when the mileage was 40,000, the steering wheel would not drive normally at approximately 55 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer aligned the vehicle, replaced the tires, test drove the vehicle and the stated that the failure was corrected; however, the failure was not corrected. She also took the vehicle to the pep boys for an…
ODI 10311310
Steering
I was driving down the highway and my car suddenly swerved/veered and i had to fight for control of the vehicle. I barely avoided having an accident. It had rained the night before but was not raining when this occurred. This is the third time that this has happened since i bought the car in january 2004. The second time this happened, it was a sunny day this summer. I was on a city street and again driving straight…
ODI 10136374
Steering
I took my 2004 toyota in for service for steering problems 8 times, between the date of purchase in april 2004 and september 2004. I was driving on i-75 on the southbound side in wildwood florida, on a dry sunny day - the car began to lose control, after i moved to the left to avoid a collision with a car incoming from my right side - there was small contact by the unknown vehicle, which continued. I was unable to…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10308047
Steering
Steering wheel is not in proper position. It is turned to the left. When i try to turn it into a straight position the car begins to drive to the right.*ak
ODI 10029010