| Issue ID | 1183723 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10716606 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | CAMRY SOLARA |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 15/01/15 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | When i brought in my 2007 toyota camry solara convertible for a faulty low tire pressure sensor, another problem was detected. I asked to see the issue while the car was up on the lift. I could observe what looked like a shredding/damaged rack and pinion power steering boot with fluid visible. The first dealer written estimate says "replace power steering rack and pinion (found power steering fluid leaking into boot of rack and pinion)" for $1354. 88, plus 4-wheel alignment for $160. 95. The second dealership service department recommended replacing one rack and pinion boot and that power steering fluid gasket, for $594. 58 plus a $99 alignment, which i did. The dealer checked and there has not yet been a recall for this issue, but i checked online and there are multiple complaints for the same/similar issue. I am very concerned about the safety of my power steering system, whether the other gasket will leak or the system fail while driving. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 124736 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD |
| VIN pattern | 4T1FA38P47UXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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