TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ?Difficulty to pair the phone. ?Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ?Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone, or if they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2019 Toyota Camry steering problems
moderate Owners of the 2019 Toyota Camry have filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the steering at roughly $700 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
| Model year | steering complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 Camry | 105 |
| 2016 Camry | 25 |
| 2017 Camry | 14 |
| 2018 Camry | 59 |
| 2019 Camry (this page) | 11 |
| 2020 Camry | 5 |
| 2021 Camry | 4 |
| 2022 Camry | 3 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering steering on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
TT: Some customers may encounter Bluetooth® connectivity concerns such as: ? Difficulty to pair the phone. ? Intermittent Bluetooth® failure to connect to the vehicle when first turning on the vehicle. ? Various Bluetooth® Audio functions are no longer functioning with customer?s phone such as ability to change the track using the steering wheel controls. These concerns can be caused by changes made on the customer?s phone. Make sure to inquire with the customer if the connectivity concerns occurred after receiving an operating system update on their phone, or if they have restored their phone data/settings recently.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TT: Some customers may experience "tightness" when turning the steering wheel. No Power Steering DTCs are recorded.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2019 Toyota Camrys describe two main steering failure patterns. First, power steering loss or significant reduction in assist: some drivers report complete power steering dropout requiring heavy steering input, especially at low speeds; others see intermittent dropouts with warning messages ("Steering Power Low. Visit your Dealer") that reset after restart. One owner replaced the steering gear assembly and shaft, though the dealer attributed corrosion to driving through salt water. Another had the active gear shutter replaced but the warning reappeared three miles later, leading to multiple dealer visits with no resolution.
Second, steering control issues during turns: one owner reports the steering wheel becoming extremely hard to steer on curves and failing to return to center without significant effort, traced to a Steering Intermediate Shaft problem; the dealer declined warranty coverage claiming the defect was limited to 2018 models, not 2019. Another notes the steering wheel becoming stiffer during certain acceleration events.
A broader system failure pattern also emerges: multiple owners report sudden loss of power accompanied by dash displays going dark or showing cascading warning lights (pre-collision malfunction, brake hold malfunction, LDA, ICS), often resolving after restart. One owner describes this as a critical safety event on the highway. Owners express concern about being unable to steer or control the vehicle safely during these events."
Same Toyota Camry steering reports on nearby years: 2016 · 2017 · 2018
Failure modes owners describe
Power steering loss or reduced assist
Power steering system loses functionality or assist significantly reduces, requiring heavy manual steering input. May occur intermittently or completely. Some events accompanied by 'Steering Power Low' warning messages that clear after restart.
When: Reported from 2 months to 55,000 miles; 3,105 miles on one vehicle. Intermittent nature makes mileage trigger unclear.
Symptoms owners cite: Power steering stops functioning or assist drops dramatically; Steering becomes extremely hard to control; Master warning light displays alongside power steering warning light; 'Steering Power Low. Visit your Dealer' message on driver display; Multiple warnings including pre-collision system malfunction, brake hold malfunction, check engine; Loss of instrument cluster power (speedometer, screen turn off); Events often clear after vehicle restart
Codes mentioned: Power steering warning light, Master warning light
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reports dealer replaced steering gear assembly, electric and shaft assembly. Another had active gear shutter replaced; warning recurred 3 miles later. Multiple dealer visits for same complaint with no permanent resolution in one case.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealers conducted inspections but often found no codes or could not identify root cause. One dealer declined warranty coverage on 2019 model (citing 2018-only coverage for same Intermediate Shaft defect), stating it was outside warranty. Owners instructed to return if problem recurs.
Steering control issues during turns and curves
Steering becomes extremely stiff or unresponsive during turns and curves, failing to return to center without significant effort. Linked to Intermediate Shaft malfunction in at least one case.
When: No specific mileage stated; one complaint mentions windy canyon driving triggering repeated failures on specific date (May 10).
Symptoms owners cite: Vehicle becomes extremely hard to steer on curves and turns; Steering does not return to center without heavy effort; Nearly caused accidents due to loss of steering control; No warning lights displayed despite dangerous condition; Steering wheel becomes stiffer during certain acceleration events
Repairs/costs cited: Steering Intermediate Shaft identified as the failed component in one case; dealer did not provide repair under warranty, claiming 2019 models not covered.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer identified Steering Intermediate Shaft as defective but refused warranty repair, stating coverage limited to 2018 models only despite identical part and problem across model years.
Multiple simultaneous warning lights and system cascade failures
Vehicle displays cascading warning lights and system malfunctions across unrelated systems (steering, braking, collision detection, lane assist) at the same moment, often accompanied by loss of instrument cluster display. Events typically resolve after restart.
When: At approximately 3,105 miles on one vehicle; varies across complaints. Timing not specified in most cases.
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple warning lights flash simultaneously (pre-collision system malfunction, parking brake malfunction, brake hold malfunction, check engine, secondary collision brake system malfunction, ICS malfunction, LDA malfunction); Driver console display turns completely off; Loss of vehicle control (difficulty speeding, slowing, turning); Vehicle stalls at traffic intersection; Unable to steer or safely pull to side of road; Vehicle will not start until key removed and restarted; Lane Assist light and frontal crash light turn orange/off above 100 degrees ambient temperature
Codes mentioned: Pre-collision system malfunction, Parking brake malfunction, Brake hold malfunction, Check engine, Secondary collision brake system malfunction, ICS malfunction, LDA malfunction, Lane Assist light, Frontal crash light
Repairs/costs cited: One owner states vehicle was inspected by Toyota parts and inspection team; no repair details provided. One event linked speculatively to fuel pump recall with no fix available.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Inspections conducted by dealership; problem confirmed in at least one case but resolution not detailed.
Intermittent acceleration issues coinciding with steering changes
Engine responds sluggishly to throttle input; vehicle accelerates slowly or requires full throttle to reach moderate speeds. Some owners report steering wheel stiffening when acceleration issues occur.
When: Reported at approximately 2 months of ownership; varying mileage unclear.
Symptoms owners cite: Sluggish acceleration requiring heavy throttle input; Vehicle slow to reach 40 mph even with full throttle; Jerking motion during acceleration; Vibration on turn on and during acceleration; Steering wheel becomes stiffer during acceleration events; Vehicle shakes at highway speeds
Repairs/costs cited: One dealer replaced tires, reducing jerk but not eliminating vibration or slow acceleration. No other repairs mentioned.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: One dealer changed tires; no other manufacturer responses documented.
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
When driving the car, the power steering system lost functionality. It can still be driven with many efforts and extra forces. The dealer checked it and confirmed that it was the power steering malfunction.
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Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2019 Toyota Camry?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 11 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 29,657 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Toyota/Camry.
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