2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
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.
Only 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 9
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 9 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 1 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 2 |
| 1983 | 0 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 4 |
| 1986 | 1 |
| 1987 | 4 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 3 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 3 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 3 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 2 |
| 2015 | 2 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
4 of 9 total reports mention: service brakes.
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Brake line, part number 47326-60340 burst without warning when driving. The particular brake line part is above frame rail near firewall. The particular brake line part goes from brake master cylinder to brake fluid fitting on the vehice frame.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-27
While driving in the mountains of West Virginia. Alarm sound, flashing lights and brake pedal unresponsive. Had to use emergency brake to stop vehicle. This happened on sept 19, 2016 with 65,596 miles on the odometer.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-14
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. While driving downhill at approximately 35 MPH, the ABS, check engine, and brake indicators illuminated. The contact stated that the brakes failed when applied.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-12-02
Power train
2 of 9 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing driveline.
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Dear sir; concerning the Toyota-recall-problems, there were/are many cases even in japan, although the japanese ministry of transport did not announce on it for a long time.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-06
I purchased a 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser in August of 06 new from the dealer. From the first day it has had a very unpleasant driveline/tire shake at highway speeds. The dealer has re-balance the tires several times with no improvement.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-04-04
Vehicle speed control
2 of 9 total reports mention: vehicle speed control, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.
Steering
1 of 9 total reports mentions: steering.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. Whenever the contact attempted to turn the steering wheel to the left, the steering would bind and stop turning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2009-07-15
Electrical system
1 of 9 total reports mentions: electrical system.
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-05-27Equipment10V036000 Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire selection and rims."
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. The safety recall began on May 27, 2010. Owners may contact…
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2016-12-01Air bags16V065000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Toyota Land Cruiser — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V036000 · Equipment
- Recall 16V065000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 44% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.