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Report: Steering Shaft/Gear/Rack & Pinion

Toyota Camry Problem
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Model Year Affected: 2005

Average Mileage: 73,000 mi (63,000 mi - 83,000 mi)

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  • Report #1
    PrincessStar, 2005 Toyota Camry, 83,000 mi
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    My husband and I bought my 2005 Toyota Camry LE in 2007. Every since I bought the car, I had problems with a squeaking sound when turning the wheel. I was told that some kind of belt gets dry and has to be oiled ever so often. Well, I just had to replace the rack and pinion along with the steering knuckle. I believe that was the problem all along!
    This has cost OVER $500. Has anyone else experienced this problem?

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    jeanjean, 2005 Toyota Camry, 63,000 mi
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    I was told I needed the rack and pinion replaced because of a leak. However, I do not have any signs of a leak on my garage floor and I have not had any problems with steering or noises while turning the steering wheel. I am wondering if I really need the whole thing replaced or not. I was first told of the "problem" about 15 months ago and again just a few weeks ago.

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