Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota avalon. while driving 50-60 mph, the vehicle shook drastically without warning and would not stop. there were no warning indicators illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that a front end alignment was needed. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred more than twice. due to the failure, a new rack and pinion needed to be installed. the dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 102,000.