2009 Toyota Corolla Steering Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are steering problems on the 2009 Toyota Corolla?
382 owners have reported steering problems on the 2009 Toyota Corolla, 26% of all complaints for this year and the 2nd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 3,000–35,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
382 complaints 26% of all 2009 complaints 14,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (257 of 382). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Steering complaints by the year the problem happened.
Steering complaints by Corolla year
Related recalls
No recall covers steering problems on the 2009 Toyota Corolla. See all 13 recalls for this year.
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Other 2009 Toyota Corolla problems
Common questions
What are common 2009 Toyota Corolla steering problems?
Complaints most often name the electric power assist system, tie rod assembly and rack and pinion.
At what mileage do 2009 Toyota Corolla steering problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 3,000–35,000 miles. The middle value is about 14,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2009 Toyota Corolla steering problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2009 Toyota Corolla. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Corolla year has the most steering complaints?
The 2009 Corolla, with 382 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.