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5TELU42N66Z••••••2006 Toyota TACOMA
This build draws 3.1× more complaints than the average 2006 Toyota TACOMA build (13 vs 4).
13on this build
679on the model
161builds in total
Most reportedVehicle Speed Control 5Structure 5Suspension 4Service Brakes 2
What owners of this build wrote
SuspensionJan 2025
The truck's frame has severely rusted. The frame has deteriorated. It is unsafe to drive as the frame is breaking in half. According to Toyota, this was a huge problem with the 2006 Tacoma. They will not fix the frame or offer any solution. My son can not safely drive this…
StructureJun 2019
The contact owned a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the entire subframe was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to toyota south (961 four mile rd, richmond, ky 40475, (859) 624-1313) and the contact was informed of toyota warranty enhancement program zh6 however,…
SteeringJul 2018
My 2006 tacoma is very stiif steering wheel everytime I use the vehicle . Im afraid of accident waiting to happen
Vehicle Speed ControlMar 2013
As I was rolling down hill and applying the brakes, the truck suddenly accelerated. As I pressed the brakes harder the anti-lock brakes activated and the truck continued to move forward for a short distance, almost into on coming traffic, while the engine could be heard loud as…
Air BagsFeb 2012
Air bag light came on. I went into toyota escondido to have it checked. Cost 105.00 to have them tell me it was the spiral cable and needed to be replaced. Stated that none of my airbags would work if that light was on and that my insurance would not cover me in an accident if…
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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 5TELU42N66Z171555 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.