2004 Toyota Corolla Suspension Problems

“My car has been making a loud noise, especially when driving over 40 MPH. I took it to the dealership and I was told the car needs a replaced rear wheel, bearing, and hub. My car is a 2004 with only 40,000 miles. I've seen that there was a recall for 2002 corollas with a similar problem.”

“I heard a loud pop when driving at 25 MPH then something started grinding all the way home. My husband checked the wheels and noticed the driver rear had to much negative camber. Checked and notice that two bolts were missing from the rear hub assembly that hold it the axle and the two that were left were very loose that I was lucky the wheel didnt fall out . He checked the passenger side hub assembly and all bolts were loose , he re- torque all bolts to 45 ft lbs as recommend and added blue locke tight tothe bolts and ordered new bolts for the driver rear. …”

“Hand brake doesn't hold well. Also, when the hand brake is on and you or your passenger gets out of the car it makes a noise like you weight 5000 pounds a very loud squeak. It's not exactly a squeak, it sounds like they forgot to grease the suspension its that kind of noise. Or if you put a little weight on the fender when the hand brake is on it does the same thing. Not a lot of weight just your hand pushing down gently..this should be an embarrassment for Toyota. The dealership says there is nothing wrong with the brakes. I beg to differ! I probably will never buy a Toyota again.”

“The contact stated having problems with the vehicle's rear right axle while driving 55 MPH. Prior to the incident, the rear right tire was wearing out abnormally and was replaced and aligned four times. The vehicle was taken to the dealership for a diagnosis to repair the rear right axle. After the repairs were made, the problem persisted. The contact affirmed that when the brakes were fully depressed, vehicle control could not be completely maintained, and there was not sufficient stability power.”