2009 Toyota Corolla Steering Problems
- 375
- 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 375 stored complaint records:
- 44 indicate a crash
- 19 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 41 records
- power steering · 31 records
- highway speeds · 19 records
- left right · 14 records
- feels like · 8 records
- side side · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 225 |
| 30–60k mi | 44 |
| 60–100k mi | 18 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
I already filed a previous complaint but forgot to mention that if i go pass 40 the car steers on its own as if it's hydro planing on dry road. I drive on i75 to and from work. Speed limit is 70 and when i reach the speed limit i have to constantly be correcting the steering of my car. *cw
ODI 10302551
Steering
The steering (eps) twitches at highway speeds, sometimes a little, sometimes a lot. It seems to do it more in areas with powerlines and other interference. This is always, not just on a certain date. Some days it feels as if the car has a mind of it's own. *tr
ODI 10308141
Steering
This problem has happened at least twice since i bought the toyota corolla 2009. While driving straight(on an interstate) it feels as if we are sliding on black ice and have no control of the steering. I have noticed the steering wheel in general has become very loose and doesn't drive as tightly as it once did a few months ago. *tr
ODI 10312184
Steering
My 2009 toyota corolla has a steering problem especially at higher speeds. The vehicle wants to drift out of lane. Constant corrective steering wheel action is required. It seems that the control module does not know where center is or how to maintain center. *tr
ODI 10311865
Steering
Steering issue with 2009 toyota corolla, 25,050 miles. While traveling at 20mph in residential subdivision, vehicle veered left, steering unresponsive, spun 180 degrees and came to rest against the curb on the opposite side of the road. Car in front and car to the rear passed through same area without incident. Also, vehicle will drift abruptly at highway speeds, similar to effect of high crosswind or ice, with no…
ODI 10308203
Steering
I had talked with toyota multiple times regarding what sometimes felt like very loose, uncontrolled steering in my 2009 corolla xle, & was told each time that it was doing what it was supposed to do & i needed to "get used to it." the steering was hypersensitive & when making easy turns, the wheels frequently turned as far as mechanically possible (could hear them hit the wheel well.) i eventually resigned myself to…
Crash reported
ODI 10311936
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. He stated that the electronic steering wheel became difficult to control and resistant when turning the wheel in either direction. He also stated that the vehicle would bear to the left or right often times without driver intent. The dealer was contacted and they test drove the vehicle with the owner at approximately 35 mph and verified that the failure does exist. When…
ODI 10308952
Steering
I was driving in the left lane on gsp (nj) at 65mph and all of a sudden the steering was not responding properly and the car was swinging between lanes. I immediately applied the brakes and slowed down and than moved into the right most lane. On that day it was little windy and i not sure if this is the cause but i have driven other cars and never faced this issue. *tr
ODI 10311742
Steering
2009 toyota corolla s . Steering input varies and sometimes is more difficult than others. Wanders at highway speeds occasionally. *tr
ODI 10311565
Steering · Suspension
I have a wandering problem with my 2009 toyota corolla. I have tried new tires and alignment to no avail. At highway it tends to wander around the lane even with no wind present. *tr
ODI 10308310
Steering
I recently read about the power steering issue being probed in 2009-10 toyota corollas. The symptoms that i read about are exactly what i experience in my 2009 corolla. When i am at higher speeds, it feels like it is being blown by really strong wind and at times i have to fight to keep it going straight. *tr
ODI 10313450
Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota corolla. The contact was driving approximately 30 mph. While steering in a straight direction the steering wheel required extreme force. Unexpectedly, the steering pulled to the left direction. The consumer lost control; crashed into a ditch and struck a tree. There were no injuries. The police was called to the scene. Also, the steering wheel moved to the left and right direction…
Crash reported
ODI 10316062
Steering
My 2009 corolla at high speeds in excess of 55 to 60 on the highway feels like it is absolutely out of control. I feel as if it is almost driven by the wind, even on still days. *tr
ODI 10311571
Steering
2009 toyota corolla s drifts from left to right at hwy speed. As if driving in strong wind. Wonderd why wrists sore after 30 minute commute. Read about eps problems and allowed the car to take its course on quiet freeway. Sure enough the car pulled fairly strongly left. *tr
ODI 10311183
Steering
My 2009 toyota corolla has a steering problem. The steering is too sensitive. If i look down for just a second or two, the car drifts off the road or it drifts into other lanes quickly. It is especially bad when the wind blows. It happens all of the time especially during medium to high speeds. It contributed to two separated accidents where the car drifted into the guardrail causing thousands of dollars in damage.…
Crash reported
ODI 10324879
Steering
2009 corolla wanders at highway speeds above 60 mph, it cannot go in a straight line it wanders three to four in the lane. *tr
ODI 10300451
Steering
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) 1. Steering wanders both ways once the car picks up speed, about 100 kmh 2. Apparently it occurs once my cellphone is on or proximity to the steering 3. Serviced at toyota, they said there are no problems with the steering frame no.: [xxx] *tr
ODI 10316936
Steering
I have 2009 toyota corolla le. I noticed that in high speed (60 mph) some times it is difficult to keep the car in lane and at high speed it drifts. I was driving to mississippi from atlanta and noticed the drift. *tr
ODI 10308385
Steering
Our 2009 toyota corolla is very difficult to steer on the highway. Constantly have to make corrections to keep it in the lane. This is a constant problem and not a single incident. *tr
ODI 10312266
Steering
I absolutely have the currently-publicized problem with my 2009 toyota corolla drifting at high speeds! It feels like a gust of wind is hitting the car from time to time. It usually happens when going at or above 55-60 mph (basically at highway speeds). *tr
ODI 10311698
Steering
I have a toyota corolla 2009. My car has some problem with its steering because steering is not steady,and it is moving around line. *tr
ODI 10308202
Service Brakes, Electric · Steering
Few problems with my corolla 09. Power steering problems, feels very loose and turns by itself sometimes, luckily so far no accidents but is a real issue. Brakes makes a noise when reversing or sometimes going forward, i have told the dealer about both issues, but so far they says it's up to toyota standards. *tr
ODI 10311261
Air Bags · Steering · Suspension
I was driving 15 mph in 33 degree temp. I gave it a little gas at the bottom of a small hill and my car went in to a fish tail. I corrected this about 6 times before i could not recover. My car hit the ditch on the passenger side and flipped on it's roof. Prior to the accident my wheel would almost take control of the car between above 30 mph. The car would swerve all over my lane. I thought this was just me, now i…
Crash reported · 3 injuries
ODI 10295739
Steering
I noticed a problem with the steering on my corolla. The car had 12,116 miles on it when i brought it in to the dealer. The problem i experienced was that it seemed that i had to wrestle with the wheel to keep the car from drifting side to side. It had not happened during the first 12,000 miles. The dealer said there was nothing wrong with the steering. *tr
ODI 10313120
Steering
My 2009 toyota corolla steering wanders around the road and makes steering difficult and tiring. *tr
ODI 10308024