2006 Toyota Camry Solara
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 0 |
| 1999 | 84 |
| 2000 | 66 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 60 |
| 2003 | 24 |
| 2004 | 161 |
| 2005 | 92 |
| 2006 | 113 |
| 2007 | 126 |
| 2008 | 83 |
| 2009 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
24% of complaints: structure — 27 distinct reports on file.
16% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 18 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATHShow complaint excerpts
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
NHTSA ODI report, 20260117
14% of complaints: structure — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY14% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
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.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230302
I WAS TRAVELING NORTH ON RTE. 209, PASSING THE GREEN LIGHT. WHEN A FORD FOCUS TRAVELING SOUTH ON RTE. 209 MADE A LEFT TURN, CAUSING A COLLISION WITH MY CAR.
NHTSA ODI report, 20131108
AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAR HIT A LIGHT POLE AT 45 MILES PER HOUR. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20130405
6% of complaints: visibility/wiper — 7 distinct reports on file.
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COMPLAINT REGARDING STICKY, SHINY DASHBOARD. I JUST PURCHASED A 2006 TOYOTA SOLARA. COMPLAINT IS ABOUT THE DASHBOARD.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180327
SAFETY TIMELINE
ENGINE SURGING
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECAL
Campaign 10V035000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser,...
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 16V396000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Toyota Camry Solara — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for structure issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V396000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara?
The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.