2006 TOYOTA CAMRY Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Toyota Camry. This model year has 428 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Unintended Acceleration.
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Worst 2006 Toyota Camry Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Unintended Acceleration
Airbag Malfunctions
Structural Problems
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Toyota Camry. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unintended Acceleration | 128 | 70 | 2 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 75 | 30 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 57 | 6 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 43 | 18 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 32 | 4 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 31 | 10 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 28 | 3 | 5 | — | |
| Engine Problems | 24 | 3 | 3 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 23 | 2 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 22 | 5 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 18 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 16 | 2 | 2 | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 11 | 3 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 11 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 9 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 8 | 3 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electric | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Other | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 2 | 1 | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2006 Toyota Camry. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Copper wiring on driver seat caught fire causing damage to driver door driver harness underneath the dash and electric seat mechanism also caused staining to the fabric and interior
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? LOCKS NOT WORKING How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? ONLY DRIVER LOCK IS UNLOCKING/OPENING Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independ…
The steering wheel while taking a right turn locked and wouldn't straighten all lights turned off on the panel all was locked and caused a crash because steering was locked into a turn
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken for the State Inspection, and the contact was informed of an engine emissions leak. The cau…
Driver door has remained in lock position when I tried to exit the car. Could NOT manually move the inside door lock and had to climb over the middle console to exit the car. I see this as a safety issue, as exiting the car slowly during an emergency could have caused an emergenc…
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Solara. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the ABS monitors the rotation of the tires. The conta…
Suddenly car go high speed no reason I need to put it in neutral or car will smash into building
Passenger air bags light is ALWAYS ON whether someone sitting in the spot or not. Alerts with light to identify a problem. 2. Paint is peeling 0ff of vehicle all over. In addition, leather seats are also peeling in the front and back seats.
Car flipped 3 times, it is a mangled mess and not one airbag deployed. This caused injuries to the driver, if any passengers would have been in the vehicle they would have been killed.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and then turned on when the air bag suddenly deployed. The contact received injuries to their arms and medical attention was required. The contact had not been able to find a dealer …
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, he depressed the brake pedal however, the brake pedal felt spongy. The contact depressed the brake pedal forcefully to the floorboard to stop the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illumi…
I was driving my 2006 Toyota Camry on a level residential road at 35 mph and stopped at a red light. Upon turning left, the car unexpectedly accelerated at a high speed. I stepped on the brakes but the car did not stop nor slow. I was driving towards a very busy intersection. I t…
The "VSC" continues to come on which in turn causes the ck engine light to come on. There needs to be a recall on this issue. I have been researching it, and finding it a problem for so so many customers.
PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR ON NOW AND THE WHEELS GRIND AFTER BRAKE CHANGE AND HIGHWAY RIDES ARE UNSAFE ALWAYS HAS BEEN JUST MY WIFE DOESN'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING IT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GETTEL TOYOTA OF CHARLOTTE COUNTY (1801 TAMIAMI TRAIL, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33950) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED UN…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY ON IMPACT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG DEPLOY AFTER HER HEAD COLLIDED WITH THE STEERIN…
I WAS DRIVING IN EAST GRANBY NEAR A FEDEX DELIVERY TRUCK. THIS TRUCK KEPT SWERVING LANES IN ORDER TO GET AROUND OTHER CARS, BUT HE DID SO BY CUTTING ME OFF MULTIPLE TIMES. HE WOULD GO TO CHANGE LANES THEN SWERVE BACK IN THE ORIGINAL LANE, CAUSING ME AND OTHER CARS TO NEED TO SLA…
ON MARCH 26,2020 I WENT TO DRIVE MY CAR. THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED, STICKY, AND MELTED THROUGHOUT. THE NEXT DAY I CALLED PRIORITY TOYOTA AND WAS TOLD (JOHN SERVICE MANAGER) THAT THEY WOULD NOT FIX IT DUE TO THE WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT NOTIFICATION-ZE6 WHICH ENDED MAY 31, 2017. ALSO…
2006 TOYOTA COROLLA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TAKATA AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER RECEIVED DEFECTIVE PARTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE PARTS WERE RETURNED AND THE CONSUMER HAS SINCE NOT RECEIVED NEW PARTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. *JS
WHILE ON THE STREET AS I WAS BACKING MY CAR INTO A PARKING SPACE ADJACENT TO THE STREET CURB THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED IN REVERSE AT HIGH SPEED, CRASHING OVER THE CURB AND SIDEWALK, REAR END FIRST. MY STEPPING ON THE BRAKES IN AN ATTEMPT TO STOP THE CAR WAS UNSUCCESSFUL; THE C…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2006 Toyota Camry.
Recalls for 2006 Toyota Camry
5 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2006 Toyota Camry. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2006 Toyota Camry — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2006 Toyota Camry reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2006 Toyota Camry has 428 NHTSA owner complaints, 116 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Unintended Acceleration (128 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Camry?▾
#1: Unintended Acceleration (128 complaints). #2: Airbag Malfunctions (75 complaints). #3: Structural Problems (57 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Toyota Camry?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2006 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2006 Toyota Camry has 116 crash-related complaints and 9 fire reports out of 428 total NHTSA complaints. 121 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2006 Toyota Camry have any recalls?▾
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2006 Toyota Camry. The largest issue: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2006 Toyota Camry?▾
The 2006 Toyota Camry has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Unintended Acceleration issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Camry reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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