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5TEUU42NX6Z••••••2006 Toyota TACOMA
This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2006 Toyota TACOMA build (7 vs 4).
7on this build
679on the model
161builds in total
1involved a fire
Most reportedStructure 3Electrical System 2Fuel System 1Gasoline 1
What owners of this build wrote
Fuel SystemfireMar 2007
The contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The vehicle caught fire due to the fuel tank and fuel line while traveling 65 mph. The vehicle was completely destroyed. The contact was unsure if there was property damage. A fire report was filed. The current and failure mileages were…
StructureNov 2021
The mechanic noticed rust the frame was rusty so recommend I take it to a metal shop to get an estimate for re-welding the frame and they are hesitant to even work on it because of how corroded it is. The cab is almost detached from the frame and the support above the rear axle…
SuspensionNov 2019
The contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact took the vehicle to servco auto kauai (located at 2477 ulu maika st, lihue, hi 96766, (877) 292-9755) for inspection. The contact was informed that the VIN was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14V604000 (suspension) and the…
Electrical SystemJul 2011
The contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrumental panel on a consistent basis. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that there was a short in the drivers side squib and…
Vehicle Speed ControlOct 2008
Accelerator was "floored" at about 30 mph to pass a car. The automatic transmission shifted down and the truck accelerated to about 45, when I released the throttle. The throttle remained wide open when I lifted my foot and didn't release when I kicked it several times. I slowed…
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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 5TEUU42NX6Z185432 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.