2021 Toyota Tundra Steering Problems
2 owner-reported steering complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Steering Recalls (2)
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2022 Sequoia and 2007-2021 Tundra vehicles. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 21TB10 and 21TA10.
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain JTEKT power steering gear assembly service parts for 2007-2021 Tundra and 2008-2022 Sequoia, part numbers 44250-0C160, 44250-0C131, 44250-0C170, and 11250-0C121. The power steering gear assembly may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in an oil leak.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the power steering gear assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 17, 2022. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is 21TH01.
Owner Complaints (2)
Your power steering system failed at 38,000 miles, requiring a complete replacement of the power steering assembly at a cost exceeding $6,000. The dealership indicated this is a known manufacturing issue that affected a significant number of 2021 model year vehicles and prompted a recall. The repair will involve replacing the entire power steering assembly.
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Your 2021 Toyota Tundra is subject to a recall (Campaign 21V920000) related to the steering system, but the replacement part hasn't been available yet. You've been waiting longer than seems reasonable for the dealer to complete the repair, and you've notified Toyota about the delay. You haven't experienced any steering problems so far, but the manufacturer is aware parts are taking too long to reach dealerships.
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