Suspension
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
What Owners Say
"car shakes at 60mph have had it aligned more than a few times but still shimmeys"
Clifton T., VA (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Pulls to the right and vibration in steering wheel. They NEVER fix it to our satisfaction"
Christine B., MA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"50% of steering/alignment adjusters seized. Required heating and repair"
Anonymous, BC (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I had an alignment problem that was undetected by two dealerships even though I had asked them to road test and advise on a thumping noise. I finally had the problem corrected after I purchased four new tires and insisted on a four wheel alignment. That corrected the problem"
Michael C., AB (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Car requires alignment every 6 months to correct run to the right"
Anonymous, ON (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Just need front end aligned or tires out of balance"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"I experienced a vibration in my steering wheel and on inspection the problem was the Ball Joints, the problem was repaired."
Anonymous, (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Required replacement for state inspection"
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I was told the control arm bushings needed to be replaced, but that they were part of the control arms themselves. So I had them replaced. Also had to get alignment service."
Anonymous, NJ (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The control arm bushings started to separate from the metal casing. Had to have the control arms replaced"
Tony D., PA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"couldn't be aligned as bushings were lose"
Michael R., TX (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.3-L V6)"had to be replaced"
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"normal wear"
Kenneth M., NH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Excessively worn control arm bushings"
Anonymous, MA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"After strut replacement the ride was harsher until bushings were replaced"
Anonymous, MB (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"I took my car in for an oil change and I had to replace the alternator and the bushings"
Anonymous, ON (2005 Toyota Camry LE)"One bushing wore out. The vehicle is 12 years old"
John P., AZ (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Sway bar bushings loose. New bushings had to be installed."
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"When we took the car for our state-required inspection, the garage told us that the power steering pump had a small leak, and that replacing the pump was the only possible repair. He also said that his experience was that aftermarket pumps for this vehicle did not work very well, so he advised us to buy a Toyota replacement part. The repair took a few hours and cost around $700. There have been no problems since the repair was made."
Anonymous, NC (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Mechanic notice power steering fluid down, may have leak"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Oil stains to garage floor. Fixed before there were safety or operational issues"
Martin B., IA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Power steering has started to develop a slight leak"
Tony D., PA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Leak was discovered and power steering was replaced"
Anonymous, WA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"As described in the other box, this had been noted by the dealership 2-3 years previously, and I was told it would get progressively worse until the rack and pinion assembly was replaced. It did, and the work was done. All is well now"
Anonymous, WA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Fluid leaks from the power steering. Toyota dealership suggests a whole new power steering system"
Darryl G., TX (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"power steering rack rubber boot was ripped open, seal was leaking. $900.00 to replace power steering rack"
Anonymous, WI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"power steering fluid leak - had to replace hoses"
Anonymous, SC (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"This was a major expense I wasn't expecting. I don't know if it's a chronic problem with these vehicles"
Robert D., VA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"steering rack leaking. also power steering pressure line and return line leaking"
Charles O., SC (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"The rubber hoses just needed to be replaced from normal wear which is to be expected @ this mileage. We have spent far less money maintaining this car than we expected"
Anonymous, HI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Power steering oil leaks"
Anonymous, NH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"slight leak around power steering seals on rack and pinion, took no action other than adding leak stop to power steering fluid reservoir upon recommendation of mechanic"
Charles S., TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"There is a slow power steering leak which started when the car was 5 years old"
Nancy J., OH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"leaking fluid"
Carlos E., CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Will have problems with the rack in the near future"
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I saw fluid in my driveway--went to dealership--stated it was my power steering fluid. Got it fixed at a high price"
Anonymous, CT (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The power steering leak required replacement of the power steering column which was costly"
Nilesh W., TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"General Maintenance. Slight leaking system"
Anonymous, MA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Slow fluid leakage due to worn rack & pinion"
Anonymous, TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"90000 mile check up a power steering leak was noted. It was fixed immediately by the dealership."
Anonymous, MA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"The car sounded odd at times, and only when the steering wheel turned certain ways. This went on for a few days until I got it to a mechanic. The problem was quickly resolved but cost a lot."
Anonymous, HI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"Power steering hose leek very expensive to correct"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.3-L V6)"Developed a leak in the power steering return hose"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"same as previously mentioned"
Charles O., SC (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"HAD TO REPLACE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO VIBRATION WHEN COLDL"
Anonymous, AZ (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"the car gave me 12 years of no problems except minor normal car problems. i am very satisfied with the vehicle and will probably buy another new camry in the next few years"
Anonymous, NC (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I was surprised to see that these rust out as fast as they have"
Anonymous, VA (2005 Toyota Camry LE)"A steel line rotted out - due to age."
Anonymous, WI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Had to replace power steering return hose"
Chris R., FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"I noticed noises like metal on metal when I drove over bumps/rough patches on the road. When I finally took it in to be inspected /fixed (about 3 weeks later), the technician found a broken spring in one of the front struts. So he replaced both struts."
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry LE Unsure)"Began to hear a clunking noise from the rear of the car. When it was checked out, was told the rear struts were bad and that the front struts were almost worn out too. We had the rear struts replaced and the noise was eliminated and a couple of months later replaced the front struts as well. The car rides has been improved and there are no more suspension noises."
Anonymous, AZ (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"One strut began leaking"
Anonymous, MD (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Broken or very worn shock or strut"
Anonymous, CT (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"rear strut broke"
Anonymous, LA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"clunking noise from rear of car; decided not to fix yet"
Catherine S., AL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Replaced rear struts"
Daniel P., NE (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.3-L V6)"Struts and shocks worn out leading to uneven tire wear and steering wheel shake"
Jeffrey A., MA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The repair was for "front strut mounts". The car would make creaking noises during sharp turns"
Anonymous, NJ (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"just needed replacement mainly due to age and mileage driven"
Candace H., IL (2005 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The rear struts developed a leak, so I had all four struts replaced"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Swaying problem- rear sway bar components and rear struts replaced and still have problem -next will have front end addressed"
Anonymous, VA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"spring broke"
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Struts needed to be replaced due to excessive tire noise/vibration"
Anonymous, SC (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Shocks in the back need be replaced (clunking sounds)"
Anonymous, NH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"All 4 struts were replaced"
Anonymous, MB (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Because rear drum brakes were not adjusted, rear struts were stressed due to overuse of front brakes. Replaced both struts and strut mounts. Drum brakes were fine. Front disc brakes were fine"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Both front, and then rear struts started leaking, which required replacement. This occurred with just under 100,000 km's"
Douglas M., BC (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"on inspection dealer said they needed replacement"
Harvey K., NY (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Broken front left strut"
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Front struts went out at about 40,000 miles. Rear struts went out at about 60,000 miles. This is very premature for this low milage"
Anonymous, NM (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"After 12 years from mfg. struts are rusting out. again, road salt is a big factor in our area"
Anonymous, NY (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Afraid that struts would give and wheels would where out"
Anonymous, CT (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Have to expect this to occur with this much mileage on a car"
Marv S., CA (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Just whore out. No big deal"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"one of the original struts gave out at about 165000"
Anonymous, OR (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Upon inspection, rear struts needed replacement. This is second replacement of such struts."
Anonymous, NY (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Rear struts wore out and started making a lot of noise on rough surfaces."
Wes M., TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"ALL 4 STRUTS WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME. OUR MECHANIC OF THE LAST 40 YEARS HAD NEVER SEEN OR HEARD THAT HAPPEN BEFORE."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"The spring on the left front strut broke. Had to replace both front struts and have the car aligned."
Anonymous, OH (2005 Toyota Camry Base 3.0-L V6)"Installed new struts; the replaced ones were also the cause of the noise."
Anonymous, RI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"We are able as a family to do most of our maintenance of our cars. We replaced the struts/springs with after market units. The ride is slightly improved but the the they are as noisy as old ones. A better choice is to replace with factory units even though they cost much more."
Anonymous, MD (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Strut became lose and had to be replaced"
Brad S., IL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"MOSLTY working with mechanic about problem"
Anonymous, CO (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"All 4 struts blew out at the same time at 74000 miles. The repair bill was almost $2K."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"rugged roads made the struts brake. It last for about 5,000 miles before I had them repaired."
Anonymous, OH (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Front driver side spring broke and had to be replaced"
Anonymous, NY (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"My wife was driving when she heard a loud noise, We took it to an independent mechanic and he showed us the broken spring. He told us he had seen a number of them"
John F., OH (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"We recently replaced the springs and related parts on the left front tire. The shop also recommended getting the right front replaced as well. It was an $1100.00 bill, but @ 60K miles, not entirely unexpected"
James D., MI (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"1 coil spring broke"
Anonymous, AB (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"SPRING BROKE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. TOTAL COST OF REPAIR WAS $534.00. SPRINGS ON BOTH SIDES OF FRONT END HAD TO BE REPLACED"
Anonymous, OH (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"found during 2018 inspection"
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The Toyota dealer brought this to our attention. We did not notice any problems, but were told we should get this fixed. We did and it was quite expensive."
Anonymous, NC (2005 Toyota Camry Unsure 3.0-L V6)"Probably just wear and tear from 150000 miles. Belle Tire repaired."
Anonymous, (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I felt the steering was not quite right at low speeds,took the car in to the dealer for diagnosis. They replaced the intermediate steering shaft, which was cracked and worn."
Anonymous, (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"At 269600 kms, car driving noises lead to inspection and resulted in replacement of alternator assembly and replacement of steering rack and tie rods, and 4 wheel alignment. Total cost $3,200 Cdn."
Anonymous, SK (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Leaking requiring replacement"
Anonymous, (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"repaired rack & pinion at 321,000 miles"
Catherine S., AL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The rack and pinion steering was worn out. It had to be fixed"
Philippe E., FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Rack & pinion is failing and must be replaced"
Nick B., FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I had been told in 2013 that I had a steering fluid leak by the Toyota Dealership when I took my car in for a recall notice. I had just had the steering fluid flushed and replaced by my regular mechanic, wasn't until July 2014 that I finally saw leak"
Anonymous, TX (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"For the previous 2-3 yrs, my dealership had been telling me that the power steering was leaking, and that it would get worse over time. The repair was to replace the rack and pinion. It finally got so bad it had to be done. All works fine now"
Anonymous, WA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Wheel Works said my rack & pinion system needed replacing. I replaced it"
Neil K., CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Rack and pinion had to be replaced"
Anonymous, MI (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"rack and pinion need replacement because of hitting many potholes"
Kenneth M., NH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"was told something had dried out and failed"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Not really an issue"
Anonymous, CT (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Had to replace rack and steering"
Anonymous, SC (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"rack and pinion leaking power steering fluid"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"Not Sure watch issue was, but turning to one side or other did not seem right. Assumed the Dealer advised correctly"
Richard J., CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"HAD TO REPLACE RACK & PIN DUE TO VIBRATION"
Anonymous, AZ (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"All repairs due to normal wear and tear due to mileage. 267,000 miles. I love this camry it has been relatively trouble free until over 260,000 miles"
Chris G., FL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Needed to have front struts replaced"
Gayle S., CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Had to get rack and pinion replace"
Darwin L., IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"After I hit the deer and had the fixed the vibration started and a mechanic friend said it was the linkage"
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"In may 2012. Dealer worked on steering system In the past year steering very loose Taken to different dealership in another state bolts loose Tightened but steering still loose"
Anonymous, TX (2005 Toyota Camry)"Rubber boots replaced due to fluid leakage on one side"
Anonymous, FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"The rack and pinion assembly had to be replaced. It was leaking and noisy. This seems like very few miles for this component to have failed"
Ted T., NE (2005 Toyota Camry SE 3.3-L V6)"I needed to replace the struts,sway bars,power steering pump and rack and pinon note I have speed bumps and pot holes etc to deal with"
David B., NJ (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"This is 2nd time this particular steering linkage has been allegedly "knocked out of line" in this car"
Anonymous, TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"We were told by the mechanic that the part had broken"
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"We replaced 4 struts with after and a rebuilt rack/pinion."
W B., MD (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Told it needed replacement cost more than the car is worth"
Chris R., FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"After driving the car about 400 miles on a trip, the front end began to shake. We replaced the entire front axel."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Rack and pinion steering linkage developed leaks and needed to be replaced."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Leak in rack and pinion linkage. Too costly to fix and living with the problem."
Arthur D., CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Needed to replace complete rack assembly, hose assembly, tie rods, and sway ba.r"
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"During the NYS safety inspection in March I was told by the dealership that the seals in the rack were leaking fluid into the boot. I had no symptoms of this."
Stephen P., NY (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Had to replace all related items"
Chris R., FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"Steering gear oil leak"
Philip Q., CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.3-L V6)"the steering and linkage was affected when I hit a deer, the car was fixed and then the vibration started"
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"slight vibes corrected with bushings and alighnment"
Fred U., ON (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The steering wheel vibration was related to the tie rod replacement."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Garage inspection in March 2020 disclosed problem, at 269600 kms. Immediately resolved by replacement of steering rack and tie rods. Total cost: $2250 Cdn."
Anonymous, SK (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Rebuilding the suspension system was costly and had to but four new tires because of uneven wear"
Jeffrey A., MA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"replaced all, had to return for 1 to be replaced a second time by Toyota dealer"
Chris R., FL (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)"tie rod was in need of replacement on left front and mechanic recommended changing both sides for safety consideratios"
Anonymous, NY (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"AGE OF CAR"
Anonymous, ON (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"needed replacement"
Anonymous, PA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"I am not sure exactly what the problem was, but it cost a lot to fix"
Animesh G., IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"The tie rods on the front axle were worn out resulting in uneven wear on the from tires."
Nilesh W., CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"It needed to be replac d"
Anonymous, IL (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"The tie rod on the passenger side was lose and had to be replaced."
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"Worn bushings in rear suspension"
Anonymous, NH (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"pot holes!"
Candace H., IL (2005 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"steering wheel vibrates"
Christine B., MA (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"One time issue. one of the bearings wore out and was replaced."
Anonymous, TX (2005 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)"A noise occurred sometime ago that seemed to be coming from the engine. It turned out to be a problem with a wheel bearing"
Anonymous, CA (2005 Toyota Camry XLE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)"front and then rear went"
Anonymous, WI (2005 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)
"Difficulty with car maintaining correct alignment. Required 2 trips to the shop to correct. Honestly, I'm not sure if this was due to a Toyota design problem, or to an error at the shop"
Anonymous, AR (2005 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)