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5TBDT44116S••••••2006 Toyota TUNDRA
This build draws 3.3× more complaints than the average 2006 Toyota TUNDRA build (17 vs 5).
17on this build
494on the model
95builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedStructure 8Air Bags 4Suspension 4Fuel/propulsion System 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OthercrashOct 2009
2006 toyota tundra., low speed ,no cruise control on ,weather drizzle. Going up a hill acclerated suddenly . Spun out crossed a median into oncoming traffic hit a guardrail and another car
StructureJun 2025
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel vibrated abnormally, and the steering wheel was difficult to hold steady. The contact stated that extra effort was needed to secure the steering wheel while…
Service BrakesApr 2025
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for a routine brake line repair, the contact was informed that the sub frame was severely corroded. The mechanic informed the contact that the frame could collapse if the…
SuspensionJul 2023
Truck won’t pass inspection frame is rusted out like so many other 2006 Tundras. Some web searches showed this year was covered on recalls. In 2015 had a recall for corrosion on frame .. You mean RUST! However those don’t show up as recalls.. WHY? How do all of us affected do…
SteeringNov 2021
Frame failure at driver's side front wheel due to excessive rust. Dealership inspected frame 8 months prior to failure and said it was safe to drive. Wheel and steering components broke free from frame. Truck was suddenly unable to move or be driven. Luckily it happened in a…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5TBDT44116S537333 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.