| Issue ID | 1612317 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 11270271 |
| Manufacurer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Brand | TOYOTA |
| Model | TUNDRA |
| Model Year | 2011 |
| File date | 16/10/19 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2011 toyota tundra. While driving 35 mph, there was an abnormal whining noise coming from the steering wheel. After a few moments, the steering seized without warning. The contact managed to drive to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the steering pump and belt failed and needed to be replaced. The pump and belt were replaced; however, the rack and pinion needed to be repaired by a dealer. The vehicle was towed to peoria toyota (7401 n allen rd, peoria, il 61614, (309)-354-3894) where it was diagnosed that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was currently being repaired by the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that no warranties were available and the tsb had expired. The manufacturer provided case number: 1910213072. The contact referenced tsb nhtsa id number: 10134363. The failure mileage was approximately 83,694. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 83694 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WASHINGTON, IL |
| VIN pattern | 5TFUW5F12BXXXXXXX |
| 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? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 35 |
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