Does the 2015 Toyota Camry have a steering recall?

Yes. Recall 15V144000, opened March 13, 2015, covers a component of the electric power steering (EPS) system on 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 models. Dealers inspect the EPS ECU or steering column serial number and address the issue under the remedy.

How common are steering complaints on the 2015 Camry?

Steering accounts for 105 of the 271 total complaints filed for the 2015 Camry, or 39% of all complaints for that model year. That share is far higher than any other Camry model year in the data, where steering complaints range from 0% to 14%.

Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records list 4 crashes and 3 injuries associated with steering complaints on the 2015 Camry. No fires were reported in connection with this issue.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Camry is 50,200 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.

2015 Toyota Camry Steering Problems

Steering complaints account for 105 of 271 total complaints (39%) filed for the 2015 Toyota Camry, tied to a recall (15V144000) for the electric power steering ECU. Owners reported crashes in 4 cases and 3 injuries, with a median failure mileage of 50,200.

Steering complaints: 105; 39% of 271
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 50,200 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Sudden loss of power steering assistance at highway speeds, sometimes leading to a crash into a guardrail or median.
Steering wheel pulls sharply to the left or right immediately after starting the car, which can be temporarily fixed by shutting off and restarting the ignition.
Steering wheel feels loose or unresponsive while turning, sometimes accompanied by a tire-pressure warning light.
Steering wheel becomes difficult to turn or suddenly locks up while driving, making the vehicle hard to control.
Owners connect the steering pull or failure to the known electric power steering ECU recall (campaign 15V144000) after dealer or mechanic inspection.

When 2015 Toyota Camry steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 19, 2015, latest Jun 23, 2025.

105 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q2 to 2025 Q2; peak 2018 Q3 (12).

Steering recalls for the 2015 Toyota Camry

NHTSA 15V144000Mar 13, 2015Steering110,085 vehicles
Steering:electric power assist system
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 vehicles. A component of the electric power steering (EPS) electronic control unit (ECU) may have been damaged during the manufacturing process. Over time, this damage may result in failure of the electric power steering system.
Risk: An unexpected loss of power steering increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number of the EPS ECU or steering column assembly. If the number is within the affected range, the EPS ECU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on May 7, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.

Steering complaints by Camry model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201025 (4%)
201131 (5%)
201258 (10%)
201326 (9%)
201422 (5%)
2015105 (39%)
201625 (14%)
201714 (9%)
201860 (8%)
201911 (3%)
20205 (2%)
20214 (3%)
20223 (5%)
20230 (0%)
20245 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

Does the 2015 Toyota Camry have a steering recall?: Yes. Recall 15V144000, opened March 13, 2015, covers a component of the electric power steering (EPS) system on 2015 Camry, Camry Hybrid, Highlander, and Highlander Hybrid, and 2014-2015 Rav4 models. Dealers inspect the EPS ECU or steering column serial number and address the issue under the remedy.
How common are steering complaints on the 2015 Camry?: Steering accounts for 105 of the 271 total complaints filed for the 2015 Camry, or 39% of all complaints for that model year. That share is far higher than any other Camry model year in the data, where steering complaints range from 0% to 14%.
Have steering problems caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records list 4 crashes and 3 injuries associated with steering complaints on the 2015 Camry. No fires were reported in connection with this issue.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Camry is 50,200 miles, based on NHTSA complaint data.