How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma?

NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Tacoma, which is 9% of the 186 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2011 Toyota Tacoma?

No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for this steering issue.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2011 Tacoma?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Tacoma is 78,000 miles.

Did any 2011 Tacoma steering complaints involve crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA data shows one crash and one injury among the 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Tacoma.

Is the 2011 Tacoma worse than other years for steering complaints?

Its 9% share of complaints is higher than most other model years listed, though 2013 (11%) and 2023 (17%) show higher shares among the years compared.

2011 Toyota Tacoma Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma, 9% of all complaints that year, with one crash and one injury reported. No related recall exists for this issue. Median mileage at failure is 78,000 miles.

Steering complaints: 17; 9% of 186
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 78,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report the intermediate steering shaft or its universal joint corroding or wearing out, causing the steering to suddenly go stiff or feel like manual steering, especially when turning corners.
Some describe the steering locking up briefly while turning at speed, which several attribute to rust and salt exposure degrading the lower intermediate shaft.
Rust on the power steering rack's pinion input shaft housing and on support arms is reported even when the rest of the rack shows no corrosion, which some owners say points to a manufacturing defect.
One driver reported the steering shaft u-joint seizing entirely, resulting in a total loss of steering control and a crash.
A separate case describes the steering column and wheel becoming loose and eventually falling into the driver's lap while driving, followed by the vehicle failing to start.
One owner reported the horn on the steering wheel failing to work unless the wheels were turned to one side.

When 2011 Toyota Tacoma steering complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 9, 2011, latest Feb 24, 2024.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2011 to Feb 2024; peak Oct 2011 (1).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Tacoma model year

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

201019 (7%)
201117 (9%)
201212 (4%)
201314 (11%)
20148 (9%)
20154 (4%)
20164 (1%)
20172 (1%)
20186 (3%)
201910 (5%)
20203 (3%)
20213 (4%)
20222 (3%)
20239 (17%)
20244 (3%)
202510 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma?: NHTSA lists 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Tacoma, which is 9% of the 186 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for steering problems on the 2011 Toyota Tacoma?: No. The JSON data shows no related recalls listed for this steering issue.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up on the 2011 Tacoma?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2011 Tacoma is 78,000 miles.
Did any 2011 Tacoma steering complaints involve crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA data shows one crash and one injury among the 17 steering complaints for the 2011 Tacoma.
Is the 2011 Tacoma worse than other years for steering complaints?: Its 9% share of complaints is higher than most other model years listed, though 2013 (11%) and 2023 (17%) show higher shares among the years compared.