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Sounds like Toyota employs something similar to my Hondas' "Grade-Logic Control" which downshifts to employ engine braking when you apply the brakes while descending a hill. Usually just a drop into 3rd gear.
"Try to stay straight for more than a few miles on the highway you're in trouble. You are all over the road".
I think it should be noted that while you and some others might be having a problem with their EPS the vast majority of new Corolla owners are not. Therefore, if there is a problem at all, I think it's fair to say that it's only affecting some Corollas but certainly not every one like your post tends to insinuate.
We all know that your Corolla is perfect.
I said "Make sure YOU file a complaint with the NHTSA"
Tom, what is a complaint?
If you don't have a complaint then why would you file one?
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Tom, you never give up, do you?
Are you sure it's not the uneven road surfaces that's causing the car to wander all over the road? Are you sure your front suspension is aligned properly? Are you sure your tire pressure is correct? When the car hits a pothole, do you blame it on the steering design [for not avoiding the pothole]? I don't blame these on the car.
I have a Toyota Venza that has electric-assist power steering and notice no difference between electric-assist power steering and hydraulic-assist power steering. Nor have I noticed any play or slack in the steering wheel like I do on cars with manual / non-power-assist steering.
There must be alot of uneven highway road surfaces. I have traveled on Route 95 from NY to FL back and forth 6 times. Very tedious trying to hold the car straight with both hands on the wheel. You can't drive a minute with one hand.
I have driven almost every car and truck out there since 1972. I have NEVER felt the steering this bad.
Are you sure your front suspension is aligned properly?
This has been happening since I drove off the lot. I have been back to the dealer 3 times. Every time they check the alignment its fine. They tell me there's nothing wrong.
Are you sure your tire pressure is correct? I check this once a month.
When the car hits a pothole, do you blame it on the steering design [for not avoiding the pothole]? I don't blame these on the car.
This one is a joke, right?
This one maybe to a first year driver.
What I don't get here is that you have people who insist owners like myself are either making this stuff up or we are idiots. Either way what are their motives to questioning our problems? You all sound like Toyota Reps.
"I certainly wouldn't question that you might be having a particular problem with your Corolla".
So who thinks your making it all up? The point is it's not all 1.3 million Corollas that are infected, actually there have been less than 100 complaints. Granted even 1 problem is too many if it causes inconvenience, injury or possibly even loss of life, but every model built, from every manufacturer, will have some problem cars coming off of the line. A small percentage of vehicles from every manufacturer might have some kind of defect. Even the robots or machines that build them aren't perfect.
Z
Totally untrue statement!
Number of 2009/2010 Corollas sold to date - 419,116
Number of EPS steering complaints - Less than 200
I'm tired of Toyota in the news.
ok in the mean time....the car has a sensor that while you drive it is reads the road. So if there's any type of grading or dips or ridges, it readjusts itself automatically. Like other posters I too would say this is something you have to get used to. It kind of feels like ice skating. When you drive you just need to pay attention to the road grading and any ruts. IF your in a lane the has any of the above then move to a better lane. Believe me it is weird and something to get used to but for now I pray for you and your family!
So, if you want action on your vehicle, I highly recommend that you file a complaint with the NHTSA. Seems that is the only way you will get their attention...Will let you know what they say after the appointment...
M
My freind she purchased a Civic
Might be a small amount of Corollas with this problem, but definitely not an overall issue. Love my 2009 Corolla and yes, I love the feel and the ease of driving with the new EPS feature.