2006 Toyota Tacoma
This year had more than double the complaints of 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 |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 177 |
| 1996 | 253 |
| 1997 | 131 |
| 1998 | 300 |
| 1999 | 249 |
| 2000 | 210 |
| 2001 | 396 |
| 2002 | 333 |
| 2003 | 359 |
| 2004 | 414 |
| 2005 | 707 |
| 2006 | 782 |
| 2007 | 540 |
| 2008 | 445 |
| 2009 | 518 |
| 2010 | 290 |
| 2011 | 183 |
| 2012 | 294 |
| 2013 | 124 |
| 2014 | 92 |
| 2015 | 100 |
| 2016 | 323 |
| 2017 | 237 |
| 2018 | 199 |
| 2019 | 209 |
| 2020 | 85 |
| 2021 | 76 |
| 2022 | 55 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 138 |
| 2025 | 69 |
| 2026 | 5 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
19% of complaints: structure — 148 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
CAR ABS WIRE DISCONNECT, COOLANT IN TRANSMISSION LINES AND 4TH GEAR NOT FUNCTIONAL.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180509
This truck is for sale in Oregon with HOLES/RUST on the frame and the frame mount. It is being sold with a clean title which clearly with the frame damage it is considered a branded title.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240216
18% of complaints: suspension — 142 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
This truck is for sale in Oregon with HOLES/RUST on the frame and the frame mount. It is being sold with a clean title which clearly with the frame damage it is considered a branded title.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240216
16% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 128 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
LETTER SUBMITTING A COPY OF LETTER HE SENT TO THE TOYOTA CLAIMS DEPARTMENT FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF REPAIR EXPENSES TO THE USED 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA HE RECENTLY PURCHASED; VEHICLE WAS IN CRASH PREVIOUS OWNER IGNORED TWO RECALLS ON VEHICLE *TGW THE...
NHTSA ODI report, 20130604
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STANDING IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOORWAY THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY, ROLLING OVER THE CONTACT'S FOOT. HE WAS ABLE TO JUMP INSIDE AND BRING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130322
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND WHILE SECURED IN PARK, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130124
9% of complaints: air bags — 67 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY7% of complaints: structure — 52 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, THE BEAD OF THE TIRE MAY BE DAMAGED DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE TIRES ONTO THE WHEELS.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIRES AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 06V061000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN THE SIDE AIR BAG, THE CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG, AND THE KNEE AIR BAG ASSEMBLY, SOME INFLATORS WERE PRODUCED WITH A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPECIFIC SRS AIR BAG. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 6, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371, SCION AT 1-866-548-1851, OR LEXUS AT 1-800-255-3987.
Campaign 06V096000 — check if this car was fixed
SUDDEN AND UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WH
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA
Campaign 09V223000 — check if this car was fixed
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2010 PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAN GET STUCK IN THE WIDE OPEN POSITION DUE TO ITS BEING TRAPPED BY AN UNSECURED OR INCOMPATIBLE DRIVER'S FL
Remedy: TOYOTA FILED AN AMENDED DEFECT REPORT ON NOVEMBER 25, 2009, STATING THAT DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND, ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, ALTER THE SHAPE OF THE FLOOR SURFACE UNDER THE PEDAL. THES
Campaign 09V388000 — check if this car was fixed
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 S
Campaign 10V036000 — check if this car was fixed
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
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TACOMA VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 14, 2004, THROUGH AUGUST 29, 2008. OVER TIME, STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION MAY DAMAGE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMB
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM LETTER IS EXPECTED TO BE MAILED TO OWNERS DURING APRIL 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-
Campaign 12V092000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured September 14, 2004, through March 29, 2010; and model year 2011 Tacoma Access Cab vehicles manufactured July 1, 2010, through September 7, 2011.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt assemblies.
Campaign 13V337000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2...
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015.
Campaign 14V743000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 Toyota Tacoma Pre-Runner and 4x4 vehicles manufactured September 14, 2009, to October 11, 2010.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners and dealers will install new rear leaf spring assemblies. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 14V604000 — 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 Tacoma — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (148 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for suspension issues (142 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (128 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 06V061000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 06V096000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V223000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 09V388000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V036000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 12V092000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V337000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V743000 (seats) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V604000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V396000 (seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2006 Toyota Tacoma reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Tacoma?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota Tacoma have?
11 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.