Car was driving perfectly last time when put away in garage, but assuming the tie rod may have been severely fractured then, then the last bit finally separated when backing out of the garage. It backed out OK, but literally moving a few fee I noticed a major steering issue, as the RH wheel...
I believe Toyota are quoting me for the entire power steering rack assembly, which is a $2000+ part. The other Sid etie rod and everything else looks good
I never hit any pot hole at all, and car not lowered or anything. Hitting a pot hole at such speed to break the tie rod would certainly show other damage, especially to the rim or tire. There is no damage. Too much of a coincidence that the 2020 was recalled for possible failure of that exact part.
Yes I realize everything changed once I mentioned possible litigation. Trying to avoid insurance claim as that would affect resale value. Or should I just let State Farm and Toyota fight it out. Photo of the wheel that Toyota said I had hit something that hard to snap the linkage - not a mark on...
This just happened on my 2021. No damage anywhere on car but steering linkage broke whilst backing car out of garage. Toyota picked up the car and have refused warranty coverage. Car only has 1700 miles, and is stock car with no mods and never been tracked. Also found that 2020 Supras and BMW...