2012 Toyota Corolla Steering Problems
- 17
- 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 17 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering
My corolla steering got jammed suddenly while i was in the traffic & i could not turn the car either ways
ODI 11054574
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loose and caused the vehicle to swerve while driving 65 mph. The failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer for diagnostic testing, but a failure code could not be located. The dealer adjusted the steering torque, but the repair did not correct the failure. The dealer stated that the steering…
ODI 11076624
Air Bags · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the spiral cable needed to be replaced. The contact heard a clicking noise when the steering wheel was turned. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 13v014000 (air bags, seats). The vin was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vin and…
ODI 10906352
Electronic Stability Control · Seats · Steering
My car steering is too loose, i float into other lanes, can't turn a corner safely or freeway onramp. The car blows in the wind, blows into other lanes. Cannot drive in the wind on the highway. The wheels slip whenever it is wet,and traction control does'nt seem to control it.cant drive in wind or corner at all.
ODI 10928834
Steering · Vehicle Speed Control
2012 toyota corolla. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle sudden acceleration and steering problems. *smd the consumer stated when she slowed/braked for a dip in the road, the vehicle surged and then idled at a speed of 10-15 mph, without her applying the gas pedal. The consumer stated due to the sudden acceleration and high idle she had to use her brake and put the vehicle into neutral in order to de- accelerate.…
ODI 10502972
Steering · Suspension
At highway speeds when there is any kind of wind (eg. Head wind, cross wind, tail wind), the vehicle is almost uncontrollable and changes direction without driver input. ***very dangerous***. Notified dealer at 5k service and was told there was too much air pressure in tires. The change of air pressure by the dealer made no difference, and i have experimented with higher, lower, and 35 psi in all four tires. Without…
ODI 10482677
Steering
At speeds above 60mph on interstate driving, vehicle feels like it is being blown all over the road. Very hard to keep vehicle centered in lane even on non windy dry condition days. Something in steering seems to be cause of problem. Vehicle does not feel safe above 60mph on interstate highways. Vehicle seems to blow to the right and left and very hard to stay in lane. *tr
ODI 10482463
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 60 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. As a result, the vehicle veered to the left and to the right. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the technician informed that the vehicle was operating as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000.
ODI 10759740
Electrical System · Steering
Approximately 10 working days have past after arbitration of the eps(electric power steering) of my 2012 toyota corolla s in which today in the mail came the denial. I entered into a claim to have don mcgill toyota of houston purchase this car back. Please everyone, the eps system is not a component you have to adjust your level of driving experience to suit theirs. The eps is unsafe and will cause an accident, it's…
ODI 10468987
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, she attempted to turn left but the steering wheel pulled to the right. The contact stated that she applied the brakes but that caused both of the passenger side tires to become lifted off the ground. As result, the vehicle flipped onto the driver's side and rolled over several times. The contact sustained minor cuts and bruises…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10532330
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the steering wheel made a rubbing noise while it was turning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that it was normal for the steering wheel to make that noise. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 4,250 and the current mileage was 4,500.
ODI 10478254
Steering · Structure · Suspension
Vehicle steering has poor on-center feel. When vehicle is driven over 30 mph, the wheel can be turned an inch right or left of center and it will not return. This results in additional driver fatigue from steering corrections to overcome the dead spot near center. Bright colored and chrome trim panels near gear shift console cause distracting glare under bright sunny conditions. *tr
ODI 10463088
Electric Power Assist System · Integrated Jack/Leveler/Stabilizer · Steering · Structure
(1) 2012 toyota corolla, 4 doors,4 cylinder. When you drive the car at a speed of 65 mph or higher the car's steering wheel always steer to the left side and you always have to handle firmly all the time. (2) when you roll the rear window all the way down, the back window, doesn't matter which one, you will get a loud vibration and this will hurt your ear drums or even can damage the ear drums. *jb
ODI 10461737
Steering
This is the second time i report this issue. I logged 1,500miles roundtrip from houston to el paso. This is also the 4th longest trip i have taken in this car. The problem is the steering is dangerous over 65+ mph! The front end of the car feels like it floats at highway speeds. I have zero feeling of the road from my hands to the wheels. The car tracks and never stays true on the road. This is constant and not…
ODI 10460331
Steering
I test drove a new 2012 toyota corolla le today and was surprised to find that, at freeway speeds (65 mph), the steering did not track well (likes to drift sideways, but only slightly) and my constant steering corrections seemed to jerk the vehicle (and driver) side to side slightly. The slightest steering corrections caused my body to jerk slightly with the car (maybe it's caused by a tight suspension combined with…
ODI 10459193
Electrical System · Steering
The component/system is known in the industry as electric power sterring(eps). I purchased my new corolla s on 26 march 2012. I traded in my 2009 toyota corolla base that did not have eps. My corolla s was ordered and i waited approx 2 months before it arrived. I did not test drive the 2012 model(i trusted the model) and have never driven a car with eps to my knowledge. Since i am a prior owner of a corolla i can…
ODI 10457587
Steering · Suspension
I purchases a new 2012 toyota corolla this year. On (first day) the way home from the dealer i noticed the vehicle tends to sway in the freeway. It feels similar to driving on a windy day. I am concerned about the safety of the vehicle. I have taken the vehicle to the dealer two times, however, the problems still persists. What rights does the customer have in these types of circumstances? *tr
ODI 10464222