toyota corolla 2006 Complaints

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i purchased a 2006 toyota corolla le, and brought it home jan. 2. next morning, jan. 3, vehicle would not start. after about 7 attempts it finally started. i took it back to dealership, they checked it and advised no problem found. i drove it to restaurant for lunch, went out later, vehicle would not start. called dealership and advised them of the same. needless to say, i was very upset. dealership advised me to call tow truck. i called tow truck and waited 45 minutes. i then attempted to try to start vehicle and it started. i drove vehicle to dealership and advised them i did not want a new vehicle that was not going to start. they advised they would check it again and to leave it. they did furnish me with a car to drive in the meantime. they called me wednesday, jan. 4 to advise me they had reprogrammed the keys and that the vehicle was ready for me to pick up. they went out to start it and it would not start. the called me back to advise me of same and they would check it further. they called me friday, jan. 5 and said they had put a new computer in the car and i could pick it up. i drove to the dealership, they went out to get the vehicle. the service personnel came back and said it would not start. i was so upset and wanted to speak with the service manager. i advised him i did not want this car, i just purchased it on january 2, and i requested they put me in another vehicle. that, all i want is a vehicle that will start and run. they advised they would not do that because i had already signed the contract. well, i did not know the vehicle had a problem such as this. i was so upset and asked to speak with the sales manager. he basically told me the same. i told him i do not want the vehicle, it is brand new and i should not have these types of problems. he advised i had only 2 options; leave the vehicle there and they would try to repair it or they would call the company representative regarding the lemon law. *jb

Reported in: WEST PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

OTHER

dt*: the contact stated that when the air conditioner or heat is in use, the contact gets a nose infection. the contact stated that there is no odor in the air that comes out of the vents, but feels that the infection may be caused by the air being saturated with chemicals. when a doctor was consulted it was determined the contact had rosacea. when a service dealer was consulted, the ventilation was inspected and is unsure of what is causing the infection. *nm

Reported in: GAITHERSBURG MD || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32EX60

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/LINKAGE

dt*: the contact stated the clutch is so hard to push that it causes driver fatigue. the clutch forces the driver's leg up every time it is applied. the contact noticed the problem shortly after purchase. the vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was determined the clutch operation was normal for the vehicle. the vehicle shifter must be moved out of gear while in a stopped position in order relieve the leg fatigue. the vehicle is not being driven currently because of the difficult clutch operation.

Reported in: BALLSTON SPA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

STRUCTURE

2006 corolla instrument panel has dark red pointers and a black background which makes it difficult to read on bright days. *ts *nm***nar***

Reported in: UNKNOWN DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

noticed exhaust was coming into cabin of car shortly after purchasing it brand new form dealership while driving, in park or at a traffic stop sign. contacted dealership was advised by service manager that the smell was the coating on the exhaust used for anti corrosion purpose. several months later took car into dealer ship, advised that i had exhaust coming into my car, dealership concurred and replaced exhaust system from exhaust manifold back to the muffler. purchased carbon monoxide detector for car to verify that exhaust was coming into car w/carbon monoxide. detector was reading at 25 ppm (parts per million) took car back again, still getting smell 2 weeks later. dealer could not duplicate problem. took it in again still getting exhaust in car ( inconsistently) does not duplicate this action every day. dealer could not duplicate issue, wrote letter to toyota mfg. on this issue as of late no action yet. *jb

Reported in: STURTEVANT WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt: the contact stated while coming to a stop in a parking lot the engine revved the vehicle lunged forward. when the vehicle lunched forward it rolled over the concrete slab used at the end of parking spaces and crashed into a tree. the vehicle was towed to dealer. the front bumper and the driver side mirrors were replaced and the dents in the vehicle were fixed however the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the vehicle lurching forward. a police report was filed on the scene.

Reported in: KILL DEVIL HILLS NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM

dt*: the contact stated while driving 55 mph on a normal road conditions the front driver side wheel detached from the axel. the vehicle was taken to the dealership who determined the castle nut rod spindle was missing. the contact expressed concern about the defect on a new vehicle with only 176 miles.*ak

Reported in: LAGUNA HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E067

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my wife was behind the wheel of her 2006 toyota corolla le and was backing slowly out of a parking space (her foot was resting on the brake pedal) when she and another driver bumped rear bumpers (speed was about 2 mph), my wife shifted the transmission into drive, the engine raced the car leaded forward up and over a cement parking curb and into a plate glass window of a health spa (ymca). it was a miracle that no one in the spa was seriously hurt . the car was totaled ,my wife was devastated and emotionally a wreck. the car was inspected for mechanical defects by a state inspector. none were found. *nm

Reported in: EXETER RI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my wife was behind the wheel of her 2006 toyota corolla le and was backing slowly out of a parking space (her foot was resting on the brake pedal) when she and another driver bumped rear bumpers (speed was about 2 mph), my wife shifted the transmission into drive, the engine raced the car leaded forward up and over a cement parking curb and into a plate glass window of a health spa (ymca). it was a miracle that no one in the spa was seriously hurt . the car was totaled ,my wife was devastated and emotionally a wreck. the car was inspected for mechanical defects by a state inspector. none were found. *nm

Reported in: EXETER RI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

AIR BAGS

my husband and i were stopped at a red light when we were hit from behind and knocked at least one car length. we both suffer from whip lash. however my air bag warning light came on and stayed on but my air bags never deployed. what if this had been a head on collision would they have worked then to try and help save our lives. *nm

Reported in: REIDSVILLE NC || Crash: Y || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

on may 28, 2006, while attempting to make a routine stop in a commercial lot, the engine of the car revved, the car accelerated and jumped the concrete stop at the end of the parking space and crashed into a tree causing extensive damage along the driver's side of the car. the car was towed to the dealership who made the repairs. the dealership from whom i bought the car indicated verbally that nothing was wrong with the engine. i am certain that human error did not play a part in the car's sudden acceleration. *jb

Reported in: KILL DEVIL HILLS NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i came home on 8/25/06 at 12:30am, driving about 15 miles home from the restaurant, and parked the car in my apartment complex. at approximately 5:30am the vehicle broke into a fire, and was burnt to the ground. the flames completely engulfed the car. my insurance investigator said that the fire started in the engine, and worked it's way around the driver side of the car. have notified toyota, and have a claims ticket with them, but getting them to return any phone calls has been completely unsuccessful at all. *nm

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

SEAT BELTS:REAR

1. september 1, 2006 and september 10, 2006. 2. rear seat belt has jammed closed and would not release allowing passenger to exit the vehicle. in a separate event the buckle snapped as though it was in place, but it later released while the vehicle was in operation. 3. the vehicle will be taken back to the dealership for replacement. for now, that seat is not being used. *nm

Reported in: LAKE WALES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

dt*: the contact stated while driving 25 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle crashed and overturned. the contact did not remember any thing other than the air bags did not deploy. the contact sustained injuries, and did not know if the police was present at the scene. the vehicle was taken to a junk yard.

Reported in: GRANADA HILLS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E560

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds and releasing the accelerator pedal the vehicle only slowed to 30 mph. also, when depressing the brake pedal there was a extended stopping distance. furthermore, the odometer had become inoperable. the vehicle was driven to the dealer where the cause of the problems could not be determined. updated 11/30/2006 - *nm

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds and releasing the accelerator pedal the vehicle only slowed to 30 mph. also, when depressing the brake pedal there was a extended stopping distance. furthermore, the odometer had become inoperable. the vehicle was driven to the dealer where the cause of the problems could not be determined. updated 11/30/2006 - *nm

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt*: the contact stated while driving various speeds and releasing the accelerator pedal the vehicle only slowed to 30 mph. also, when depressing the brake pedal there was a extended stopping distance. furthermore, the odometer had become inoperable. the vehicle was driven to the dealer where the cause of the problems could not be determined. updated 11/30/2006 - *nm

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

dt*: the contact stated the sunlight diminished the visibility of the instrument panel. the dealership determined this was how the vehicle was designed, but suggested tinting the windows, to limit the amount of sunlight in the vehicle.

Reported in: WATERFORD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E36C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

the car was being driven between 40-50mph on a secondary road. the engine began making a whining noise and the oil light flickered on and off. the car stalled out in a driveway. tried to restart the car and it would not start. opened the hood and smoke came out. tried to restart the car to move it. it burst into flames. the fire was extinguished with a fire extinguisher. the next morning the car was towed to westbury toyota where they wrote it up as an electrical fire. a few days later the car was inspected by an inspector for the company and i was told that a rod went through the engine, cutting the fuel line causing the fire. they said it was caused by downshifting (on an automatic) and was driver error, invalidating the warrenty. at first they gave me an estimate of $13,000 to fix it. then they offered to take the insurance check for $4,900 and split the difference with me. the last offer was to give them the insurance check $1,000 and they would give me a comperable car. this i thought was insurance fraud. i will be with out a car. *nm

Reported in: HICKSVILLE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

i bought a new 2006 toyota corolla. the windshield was distorted with wavy areas in the glass. while driving, objects traveling across the field of glass would ripple. i had headaches, eye aching, and eye strain when tracking signs and objects through the glass. a toyota dealer admitted the windshield was defective and replaced the glass. the replacement windshield was distorted. toyota admitted that it was defective and replaced it a second time. the second replacement windshield had distortion. toyota again said it was distorted, and the service director at my local dealer had it replaced a third time. the third replacement windshield has a distortion defect. showing the third replacement windshield to the service manager at my local dealer, he said they would order me a new windshield. then a new service director stepped in and blocked the order, saying the glass was normal and there was no problem. how can a toyota-trained service manager admit the problem and recommend a replacement windshield, but then the service director steps in to say that the glass is normal. meanwhile, i looked at other 2006 toyota corollas at 3 different dealers in pa & ny. new corollas at all the dealers had distorted windshields. i wrote down vin #s of four corollas with windshield distortion: 2tbr32e06c70xxxx; 2t1br30e57c71xxxx; 2t1br32e06c55xxxx; 2t1br32e56c55xxxx. a friend stopped at a toyota lot on the west coast and found 3 corollas with similar distortions: vin #s: 1nxbr30e97z77xxxx; 1nxbr30e27z77xxxx; and jtdbr32e77010xxxx. this is a widespread problem in windshields of 2006 corollas. this is a safety issue. the inability to see clearly through a distorted windshield puts drivers at risk for accident. who is testing the quality of toyota glass to ensure that it meets optical specifications and visual safety standards? this needs to be investigated to protect the public from the dangers of distorted glass. *nm

Reported in: JAMAICA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

2006 toyota corolla's windshiled was defective. *cc the windshield was distorted and each time it was replaced the replacement was also distorted. the windshiled has been replaced three times. now toyota refuses to honor the warranty. *nm

Reported in: JAMAICA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

occasionally, the ignition does not turn to the "start" position. to remedy the situation the driver usually has to turn the steering wheel with much effort to the right and to the left. then the ignition will eventually turn to the start position and the auto will start. *nm

Reported in: EAU CLAIRE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E26Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*- the contact stated that while driving her 2006 toyota corolla (200 failure mileage) at 25 mph she came to red light. the contact applied the brakes which slowed the vehicle down, but did not come to a complete stop. the contact also stated that on another occasion she had to swerve to keep from hitting another vehicle in the rear, because of the same failure. the dealer informed her that there was nothing wrong with the brakes. *jb

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i purchased a 2006 toyota corolla ce on 06-26-06. on 02-05-07 vehicle would not start. after several attempts it still didn't start. i called the local toyota dealership and he told me to get a jump off because it was the battery due to the cold weather. i got a jump off and it still would start. i called the dealership back and he told me to call a tow truck. i did that and it was towed to the dealership. we needed all keys to see if it was the keys and it wasn't. he thought it was bad gas and it wasn't. then he said it was the computer. the computer was replaced and i still have trouble cranking it now. i would turn the key and it wouldn't do anything. after several attempts, it would crank. before this incidence, in july 2006, not even a month after getting the vehicle, my brakes started squealing and they still do now. the rotor was defective and replaced. each time i take it for servicing, i'm told there's nothing wrong with the brakes. i filed a complaint with toyota customer relations with no response. now i've filed a complaint with the national center for dispute settlement. *jb

Reported in: MACON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR

i purchased a 2006 toyota corolla ce on 06-26-06. on 02-05-07 vehicle would not start. after several attempts it still didn't start. i called the local toyota dealership and he told me to get a jump off because it was the battery due to the cold weather. i got a jump off and it still would start. i called the dealership back and he told me to call a tow truck. i did that and it was towed to the dealership. we needed all keys to see if it was the keys and it wasn't. he thought it was bad gas and it wasn't. then he said it was the computer. the computer was replaced and i still have trouble cranking it now. i would turn the key and it wouldn't do anything. after several attempts, it would crank. before this incidence, in july 2006, not even a month after getting the vehicle, my brakes started squealing and they still do now. the rotor was defective and replaced. each time i take it for servicing, i'm told there's nothing wrong with the brakes. i filed a complaint with toyota customer relations with no response. now i've filed a complaint with the national center for dispute settlement. *jb

Reported in: MACON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

tl*- the contact stated that on a bright sunny day the dashboard lights on the 2006 toyota corolla with 500 failure mileage became dim. the vehicle was taken to the dealer twice. the dealer agreed that it was important to be able to see the instrument panel display, but claimed that there was nothing that they could do. the current mileage was 5,000. *ak update*4/23/07 *

Reported in: MEADVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

AIR BAGS

i was heading home from work traveling westbound on i-70 in the left lane and two deers ran in front of me from right to left. i collided with both deers in the left westbound lane , and then veered left and collided with the guard rail. the car sustained severe damage to the entire front and undercarriage and moderate damage to the driver and passenger sides. none of the airbags deployed. i hit my head on the steering wheel and suffered head contusions, head and neck injuries, and bruised my bladder from the seat belt, causing blood in my urine. the car has been declared a total loss.*ak

Reported in: CLIFTON CO || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E06Z

STRUCTURE:BODY

rust on body of 2006 corolla. location by rear window edge. found 3 days after purchase. returned to dealer for repairs 3 times. rust returned. dealer would not give me any more receipts for repair and description of defect after the first visit. car hesitates when starting mostly in cold weather. sounds likie the starter is bad.*ak

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the current and failure mileage were 11,500 miles. the check engine light kept coming on. while driving about 20 mph under normal driving conditions the vehicle started jerking. the vehicle was taken to the dealer , and the contact was told that the automatic transmission control module (pcm )failed and had to be replaced. *ak

Reported in: SOMERSWORTH NH || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

engine light came on. auto transmission started jerking when changing during acceleration. dealership said car requires new computer module and new transmission. all covered under warranty.*ak

Reported in: LIVERPOOL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

AIR BAGS

2005 toyota corolla rearended. idiot light said airbag deployed, but it wasn't. dealer shop said code was thrown, reset system.

Reported in: NATRONA HEIGHTA PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR30E05C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

daughter driving, smelled and saw smoke, right front tire area. two days later, same problem, right side brake drag. towed to dealer. told me not covered under warranty because some one put motor oil in the brake fluid. went there. tech put finger in reservoir, motor is in it, system is contaminated. the cost is 1,300 or more to replace everything. it doesn't look contaminated to me. i got samples, top, bottom of reservoir, front right bleeder, left rear bleeder. other than the top sample from reservoir which was taken using a dirty battery tester, all other samples look good. took sample from another car in service area with batter tester which had black specks coming out probably because brake fluid ate at rubber. after taking 3 or 4 tube full and throwing them away the black specks went away and got the sample. this sample was taken by the operation manager. samples of front/right, rear/left, bottom of m/c where done by tech as i held bottle. all done in front of the manager. said it was the m/c that was causing the brake to hold pressure. i ask how can it be only on one side? if the pressure is at m/c why aren't both wheels dragging or locking up? i took sample to tech at another dealer (not a toyota dealer) he said there is nothing wrong with brake fluid and took test for contamination with fast strip testing. all were good. he also said that m/c not problem. this is a non abs system and works pretty simple. called toyota customer experience 3 times to talk to toyota rep, dealer and toyota refused access to rep. the dealer gave me this choice... we will do you a favor and replace the m/c at no cost, however if any other problems it will be considered contaminated and you will have to pay. we already know the front right was heated beyond a safe heat temperature which will cause problems. this puts me in a no win situation with the dealer and toyota! if anyone else has this problem please report

Reported in: ST. CLOUD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

AIR BAGS

while traveling at a speed of 45 mph an individual pulled out into the middle of the roadway as i was traveling on and i struck them head on in the front driver's side door. before the crash occurred, i was able to halt on the brakes and slowed the vehicle.. because i was wearing a seat belt i only suffered minor injuries to my neck, chest, and legs. i drive a 2006 toyota corolla.*ak

Reported in: CHICAGO HEIGHTS IL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

was driving down an decline in the road and was applying the brake gently due to stop light at the oncoming intersection, which i saw that was red, but it changed to green and i reapplied the gas at this time. then , i heard a great loud noise and this thing was in my face, and i could not see . i knew that i needed to get the car off the road, but i was fighting the airbag to see the road and to prevent me from hitting a car in front, i used my right hand to fight the airbag and my left to steer the car. at this point i was thinking i had passed the intersection which had a small area for flowers or signs, had a 4-6 curb, but when i turned the wheel toward the right to get off the road i ran upon the median( across the curb which was 4-6 inches in height, and this damaged the tire rims . they were bend and damaged the tires , all four went flat. i still managed to get the car to safety without any real injury to myself. i am still in daze with this freak occurrence. i have never experience d anything like this. i would like to hear from others., but mainly i would like to know what caused this. the car had been hit in the rear approximately 6 months prior, in which the whole trunk area and back had to be replaced. could this have been a factor? i really need answers. keep it mind, i have driven this road for 40 years without an accident. i can't understand this with a new car and new tires.*ak

Reported in: LOGAN WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

TIRES

was driving down an decline in the road and was applying the brake gently due to stop light at the oncoming intersection, which i saw that was red, but it changed to green and i reapplied the gas at this time. then , i heard a great loud noise and this thing was in my face, and i could not see . i knew that i needed to get the car off the road, but i was fighting the airbag to see the road and to prevent me from hitting a car in front, i used my right hand to fight the airbag and my left to steer the car. at this point i was thinking i had passed the intersection which had a small area for flowers or signs, had a 4-6 curb, but when i turned the wheel toward the right to get off the road i ran upon the median( across the curb which was 4-6 inches in height, and this damaged the tire rims . they were bend and damaged the tires , all four went flat. i still managed to get the car to safety without any real injury to myself. i am still in daze with this freak occurrence. i have never experience d anything like this. i would like to hear from others., but mainly i would like to know what caused this. the car had been hit in the rear approximately 6 months prior, in which the whole trunk area and back had to be replaced. could this have been a factor? i really need answers. keep it mind, i have driven this road for 40 years without an accident. i can't understand this with a new car and new tires.*ak

Reported in: LOGAN WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for an inspection. the toyota dealer stated that the tread on the two front goodyear tires was worn. other than the tires, everything else on the vehicle was normal. the tires were replaced at dobbs tire company. the dot number was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 17,000.

Reported in: INDEPENDENCE MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

check engine light came on. noticed car jerking when transmission was shifting gears. had diagnostic done, indicated possible transmission pressure control solenoid falure or worst. only had car for a year.*ak

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my corolla is a 2006 with only 14,000 miles.the engine computer went out at 13,000 miles about 5 weeks ago. my car stayed in the shop at thomasville georgia toyota for two weeks. i got it back and drove it two weeks and it happened again. i cut it off and recranked it and took it to the dealer. they can't get it to do it again. they kept it another week and did nothing to fix it. i cannot even go on vacation or let my daughter take it to college for fear that it will break down again and leave her stranded on a desolate road in danger for her life. the dealer admitted they have a problem with this and i know it happened in 2001 corrollas also. the car is 14 months old with 14,600 miles on it.i want the car replaced or bought back.i owe around 13,000 on the car and they only offered me 11,000 on a trade in. yet they are selling one just like mine with more miles for 15,788.they are trying to rob me blind.this is very crooked dishonorable business practices. the car is useless to me to leave town and very dangerous because the car gets very hard to steer and will barely run 2 mph. please help me. i bought the car new for my daughter.

Reported in: THOMASVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E060

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the air conditioner blew hot air when the vehicle was started. the dealer stated that there was road damage to the condenser and they would not be responsible for the repairs. moreover, the contact felt that there was no engine protection for the vehicle. the current mileage was 24,000 and failure mileage was 23,000. updated 10/23/07

Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the vehicle was put into the park gear, however; it shifted to reverse. the dealer replaced the computer. after the repair was made the vehicle was sitting at a stop light and the warning indicator light for the door illuminated. the speedometer began to race up and down and there was a noise heard coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle surged forward and crashed into the rear end of another vehicle. the front end of the vehicle was damaged. the driver and the infant in the other vehicle sustained injuries. there was no police report. the vin was unavailable but will be added to the hardcopy. the failure mileage was 28,677. the current mileage was 28,660.

Reported in: CARLSBAD CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 40 mph, the engine suddenly shut off and the fuel and temperature gauges displayed zero. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the main computer in the vehicle failed and the component could not be replaced until october. the vin and engine size were unavailable. the current and failure mileages were 18,000.

Reported in: WAVERLY TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 60 mph, another vehicle struck the side of the contacts vehicle. the contacts vehicle then bounced off the other vehicle and crashed into the median. a police report was filed. the air bags failed to deploy. he took the vehicle to 3 or 4 dealers and all of them stated that the air bags should have deployed. the vehicle is currently at the repair shop. the failure and current mileages were 23,000. updated 11/06/07

Reported in: DELRAY BEACH FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

SEAT BELTS

last year we purchased a 2006 toyota corolla. we added side air bags. we wanted a safe vehicle for our daughter to drive. two days ago she was driving a friend to work. a car was parked on the right side of the road. it pulled out to a make a u-turn right in front of her. she avoided a straight on t-bone of the car by braking and swerving to the right. the left front of her car hit the drivers door and side of the other car. she was traveling at 50 mph. the airbags did not deploy. the passenger in her car hit his head on the dashboard- his seatbelt did not tighten and lock in. he suffered a concussion. both my daughter and passenger suffered body aches and bruising from the collision. at this time the car is at a body shop for estimates on the damage. we will have it also go to the toyota dealer to determine why the airbags and seatbelt failed to work. we purchased this vehicle specifically for its safety features and are quite dismayed that they failed. we have no confidence in this vehicle now.

Reported in: JUNEAU AK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E56Z

AIR BAGS

last year we purchased a 2006 toyota corolla. we added side air bags. we wanted a safe vehicle for our daughter to drive. two days ago she was driving a friend to work. a car was parked on the right side of the road. it pulled out to a make a u-turn right in front of her. she avoided a straight on t-bone of the car by braking and swerving to the right. the left front of her car hit the drivers door and side of the other car. she was traveling at 50 mph. the airbags did not deploy. the passenger in her car hit his head on the dashboard- his seatbelt did not tighten and lock in. he suffered a concussion. both my daughter and passenger suffered body aches and bruising from the collision. at this time the car is at a body shop for estimates on the damage. we will have it also go to the toyota dealer to determine why the airbags and seatbelt failed to work. we purchased this vehicle specifically for its safety features and are quite dismayed that they failed. we have no confidence in this vehicle now.

Reported in: JUNEAU AK || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E56Z

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 45 mph in an ice storm, the vehicle slid for approximately half a mile and the brakes failed. the vehicle rear ended the preceding vehicle. the air bags failed to deploy. a police report was filed. the current and failure mileages were 32,000.

Reported in: STOUGHTON MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E56C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)

have owned the car just over one year. odometer is just past 23k miles. car has only been used for normal daily driving. check engine light came on and immediately thereafter the car developed a jerk in the automatic transmission at each gear shift. took car to the dealership and was told that there was a service bulletin for this problem and that the computer was malfunctioning and would have to be replaced with a new one with new "logic". covered under warranty.

Reported in: OOLTEWAH TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the vehicle has goodyear integrity, size 175/70r13 tires. the inside and outside of the tires were warped. the contact noticed this by first looking at the front tire, which indicated that they were wearing out. the tires were checked, rotated, and balanced. three months later, the front tires wore out. she took the tires to three different places and they all stated that the tires had a manufacturer defect. goodyear stated that she could receive new tires for $39.48 per tire, which did not include the necessary services to replace the tire. she did not accept the offer because the tires were defective. the current and failure mileages were 27,000. updated 01-13-08. *kb updated 01/15/08

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while driving my 2006 toyota corolla, the vehicle gasoline engine stalled without warning. i was able to pull over out of traffic with no incident. i have great concern for safety of others since i normally drive on the major interstates. i tried to restart but no results. vehicle had to be tolled to dealership. dealership explained that it was the ecm or the engine computer that failed. this incident is similar to nhtsa investigation, #pe05029 dated may 31, 2005, where gasoline/electric hybrid vehicles gasoline engines would stall. facts found that analysis of the warranty data indicated that over 97% of vehicles experiencing a gas engine stall resulted from an issue with the program logic in the electronic control module (ecm) system. major concern is safety on major interstates at high speeds and the vehicle stalling out with no warning. the other concern is that it cost me $1,229.69 to replace the ecm, plus $80.25 to have it tolled to the dealership.

Reported in: WADLEY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the computer quits and car stopped running as i was driving. i was almost broadsided. the lights turn off, the steering locks and everything just shut down. according to the service department at david maus toyota, the computers are having a problem in the 2003-2006 corollas. there is no recall on these items.

Reported in: GENEVA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

2006 toyota corolla (mileage 36,191) : on the way to dealer for a scheduled oil change the service engine light came on (first time since owning the vehicle). dealer investigated and indicated had i not brought the car in when i did, i would have experienced a no-start condition. dealer replaced the ecm module. replacement module covered by warranty.

Reported in: NEW BRUNSWICK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

AIR BAGS

in march 2008, i was the 3rd car in a four car accident. when i was hit from the rear, i was pushed, extremely hard into the car in front of me. i lost conscientiousness when i hit the steering wheel. my air bags never deployed, nor did my seat belt lock up in order for me to avoid an injury. should toyota be recalling their 2006 corollas for re-check and repair. also, i understand the 2006 toyota was recalled in 2007 for exterior lighting issues, i was never notified.

Reported in: ROHNERT PARK CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS:FRONT

in march 2008, i was the 3rd car in a four car accident. when i was hit from the rear, i was pushed, extremely hard into the car in front of me. i lost conscientiousness when i hit the steering wheel. my air bags never deployed, nor did my seat belt lock up in order for me to avoid an injury. should toyota be recalling their 2006 corollas for re-check and repair. also, i understand the 2006 toyota was recalled in 2007 for exterior lighting issues, i was never notified.

Reported in: ROHNERT PARK CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while the contact's wife was seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag on/off switch failed. the dealer recalibrated the sensor in the seat to 85 pounds so that the 95 pound wife could sit in the front seat without the air bag failing. the contact stated that the on/off switch is still malfunctioning and the dealer cannot identify the cause of the failure. the powertrain was unknown. the failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 21,000.

Reported in: PALM DESERT CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while unloading the trunk, the trunk lid suddenly dropped and struck the contact in the face. the contact was injured. she has not taken the vehicle to the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 14,000. updated 05/19/08 *bf

Reported in: EUGENE OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

vehicle stalls out when driving. dealer replaced computer, engine control module.

Reported in: GARDEN GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E66Z

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

my 2006 toyota corolla s was rear ended on the right half of the rear bumper on hwy 85, then propelled into a concrete barrier creating left front damage. the trunk was crumpled including the right rear roof support. the crash to the front broke a large piece out f the left wheel and flattened the tire. the seat belt held me, but i suffered two severe whiplashes and still under treatment for injuries. the car has been repaired at a cost of $9,300. i don't understand why the airbag didn't deploy. the toyota agency said it was because the collision didn't happen in the middle of the front bumper. it is my understanding that airbags are suppose to protect you. is there an issue with toyota airbags?

Reported in: JEFFERSON GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

engine compartment hood was raised to check fluids. wind attempted to force the hood closed,distorting the point where the hood support rod enters the inside of the front right fender,and also creating a distortion on the hood finish. went to village toyota in homosassa florida and was give a run around about it being a body shop problem and not under warranty. i might also add that the trunk lid is not secure in the upright position;it will close on its own approx 8 inches and has hit me and my wife about the face and head several times.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

engine compartment hood was raised to check fluids. wind attempted to force the hood closed,distorting the point where the hood support rod enters the inside of the front right fender,and also creating a distortion on the hood finish. went to village toyota in homosassa florida and was give a run around about it being a body shop problem and not under warranty. i might also add that the trunk lid is not secure in the upright position;it will close on its own approx 8 inches and has hit me and my wife about the face and head several times.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i was driving to work around 1:30 am on 5/02/2008 when the vehicle just quit running. the check engine light came on and then the engine shut down. i tried to restart the vehicle with no luck. i called my wife to come and get me so i could call a towing service to get the car home. i than connected the car to my personal engine scanner and pulled a trouble code p0607 control module performance. i looked online to see if anyone else had this problem and found that toyota has a technical service bulletin for no start condition. bulletin # eg049r. i contacted toyota the next day and had the car towed to the dealership so they could trouble shoot it. they told me what i already new. that the engine control module was faulty. they also said because my vehicle had 111,146 miles on it that it was out of warranty. i contacted toyota customer service to try and get them to repair it under goodwill since they have a bulletin out regarding faulty control modules. i was contacted on 5/8/2008 and told that toyota would not offer me any type of goodwill coverage because i didn't have any prior repair work done at the toyota dealer and i was beyond the normal warranty. i explained to them that i do all my own maint. on my vehicles since i am a mechanic by trade. they said they were aware of the bulletin but the still were not willing to offer any type of good faith warranty. my case number with toyota is 2008 0502 0992. after talking to a few local dealers i deal with i have found that they are replacing quite a few of these faulty processors under warranty. some dealers stock as many as 3 control units on the shelf at one time. my feeling is that they are warranting most of them people are not aware of the big picture. the processor is a $700.00 item. i wonder how many are really going bad. should this be a national recall?

Reported in: SAINT JOHN IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

STRUCTURE:BODY

consumer complaint: odi case number: 10224502 component: structure:body:trunk lid details: engine compartment hood was raised to check fluids.wind attempted to force the hood closed,distorting the point where the hood support rod enters the inside of the front right fender,and also creating a distortion on the hood finish. went to village toyota in homosassa florida and was give a run around about it being a body shop problem and not under warranty. i might also add that the trunk lid is not secure in the upright position;it will close on its own approx 8 inches and has hit me and my wife about the face and head several times. occurrences: 50 injuries: 2 fail date: 01/05/2008 deaths: 0 date added to datbase: 4/14/2008.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID

consumer complaint: odi case number: 10224502 component: structure:body:trunk lid details: engine compartment hood was raised to check fluids.wind attempted to force the hood closed,distorting the point where the hood support rod enters the inside of the front right fender,and also creating a distortion on the hood finish. went to village toyota in homosassa florida and was give a run around about it being a body shop problem and not under warranty. i might also add that the trunk lid is not secure in the upright position;it will close on its own approx 8 inches and has hit me and my wife about the face and head several times. occurrences: 50 injuries: 2 fail date: 01/05/2008 deaths: 0 date added to datbase: 4/14/2008.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

after only 45,000 miles on my 2006 toyota corolla my fuel pump had to be replaced. this is the first time for me to have a car fuel pump replaced so early in its life.

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E96Z

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

after only 45,000 miles on my 2006 toyota corolla my fuel pump had to be replaced. this is the first time for me to have a car fuel pump replaced so early in its life.

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E96Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

a/c condenser has leak caused by alleged rock striking.

Reported in: SOUTH RIVER NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:VALVE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the valve stems in both passenger side tires cracked, and caused them to blowout while driving 65 mph. she discovered a recall for the valve stem, but noticed that her dot number (05-tr413) was not included. she called the tires sales store and was informed that nothing could be done. the manufacturer of the valve stem has not yet been notified. the recall number was unknown. the current mileage was 56,300 and failure mileage was approximately 55,800.

Reported in: CLAREMONT NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

2006 toyota corolla ce has a problem with the a/c condenser on the 05/06 models that was built with a defect in the a/c condenser that causes it to lose pressure after 35000 miles. toyota is charging at least $650 to repair this defect. toyota tech. service bulletin ac00-06. this needs to be a recall. toyota is making a fortune off this built-in defect, due to so many of these corollas on the road. please force them to recall and fix/replace this built-in defect. toyota is telling customers that it is a "rock" that did it and not covered on warranty. the part is in a spot where no foreign object can get to it. people can't afford these high bills on a brand-new car.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla le exposed condenser resulting in puncture which causes air conditioning to fail was fixed on later models but 2006 models need to be fixed otherwise a replaced condenser will be subject to the same problem repeatedly.

Reported in: ZION IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving between 55-70 mph, the rear driver's side and center rear seat belt buckle assemblies failed. both rear passengers were not properly secured when a tire blew out. the dealer replaced one of the three seat belt assemblies. the vin was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 40,000.

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2006 toyota corolla ce, it's automatic with the drive shift in the center console. shortly after purchase i noticed if the shift is barely bumped it knocks the car into neutral while driving at any speed. i have been very careful not to bump it, but yesterday i hit a bump on the interstate it knocked me into neutral, i was not aware i was out of gear, because a 18 wheeler was barreling down on my bumper, so i couldn't hear the change in the motor, but when i tried to accelerate to get out of his way, the car wouldn't go faster, then i noticed my tachometer was at 4 1/2 and knew there was a problems so i took the shoulder. i have a 17 year old son that will be driving soon, i don't feel safe with him driving because of the potential of either causing a accident, or breaking down, or ruining the car all together. the dealership shrugged their shoulders and said it didn't happen to them in a test drive around the parking lot. and all models of cars have the capability to be moved into neutral when bumped, and with out pushing the button on the shift.

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the condenser on the vehicle for the air conditioning unit (model xrs 2006) is exposed and the air conditioning system has failed. i took the vehicle in for servicing, while still under manufacturer's warranty, and was denied the claim. i was told the repairs were not covered. when i inquired about the design, i was told " i don't design the vehicle, i am not responsible".

Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

my 2006 toyota corolla's airbags did not deploy when i had a head on collision. the entire front of my vehicle was smashed to a pulp, and my airbags didn't even flinch. i tried to find out if this was a manufacturer defect or if there was a recall on this so to have it fixed, but have not been able to find anything on this.

Reported in: YUMA AZ || Crash: Y || VIN #:

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

drove to work, about 30 miles, and by the time i got here the two right tires on my vehicle were flat. this is the second time in 4 months that this has happened. had vehicle towed to shop, where i was informed that there had been a report of defective valves. all four tires had the defective valve stems. had them replaced. had to pay a pro-rated cost both times on a tire that had to be replaced.

Reported in: DALE CITY VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E16C

STEERING

while driving on the ne extension on my way to my sisters house, my steering wheel began to shaky and pull to the left. i grabbed hold of the steering wheel to try to put us back in the lane but it didn't want to go. eventually i was able to jerk the steering wheel to the right and we then spun out into two 360 degree turns before landing in a ditch on the side of the road. i then noticed that both of my rear tires had problems as well, and these tires were just recently put on by team toyota on thursday october 30th 2008.

Reported in: BRISTOL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driving during rush hour, going home from work, car stalled, engine light came on. i was able to pull over, looked in owner's manual and for that "malfunction" failure, states to take to dealer. had to have it towed. they replaced the "bad computer" "in warranty" (the next day, today) w/ an "updated one", just happened to have one in stock "for our customers" "we've seen this before, the nice man stated.

Reported in: SAINT JOSEPH MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E16C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2006 toyota corolla (le) randomly shut off in the middle of the road. after the vehicle shut off, it had trouble restarting. as it happened, we were driving on a side street and no accident resulted. i am concerned however, that if this happens to someone else on a highway, this could be a life threatening issue. at the dealership, i was told that there was a recall on the computer of the car. however after reporting the incident to toyota customer service, learned that there was only a service bulletin regarding the computer and starting issues. no incident had been reported where the vehicle randomly cut off in the middle of the road. my computer has been replaced, but i still worry about the safety of the vehicle.

Reported in: SOMERVILLE MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my car stopped working while driving , i pulled over while coasting. i turned the key after stopping & it started back up and i started driving again and it stalled in the middle again. this happened a few times, and then i had it towed due to the hazard of being hit by someone. the problem was the computer had tied and was told that the computer failure is a common issue on these vehicles. luckily i was under warranty on this and was replaced for free. why is there no recall. also after this was fixed 2 days later intake manifold gasket went out. again it is a common problem with this vehicle according to a few dealers i talked as the part that is needed to replace is backordered as toyota is redesigning it. again no recall from toyota yet. i am liable to pay for the repairs even though it is an engine component.

Reported in: WEST CHESTER OH || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E260

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

when i drive my car it feels like there is something wrong with the transmission when this started happening the engine light came on, so i took the care in to the dealership and they are telling me it's a computer problem that affects the transmission and that i need a new computer.

Reported in: SAINT CHARLES MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

when i drive my car it feels like there is something wrong with the transmission when this started happening the engine light came on, so i took the care in to the dealership and they are telling me it's a computer problem that affects the transmission and that i need a new computer.

Reported in: SAINT CHARLES MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla, started car and drove approx. 10 mins. car stalled at intersection, in traffic. engine would crank but did not restart. approx 10 mins, the engine started for 1 min. stalled and would not restart. i was stuck in the right turn lane blocking traffic for almost two hours waiting for tow truck. cost me $80. to tow to garage, mech claims possible electronic component failure, left in shop for testing.

Reported in: ASTORIA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

POWER TRAIN

check engine light on and off for two weeks. harsh shifting when on. toyota service wouldn't check until light was on during my appointment. diagnostic code p2716. toyota service replaced engine control module - technical service bulletin 9/20/2007 tc015-07. covered under toyota federal emissions warranty.

Reported in: MINNEAPOLIS MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

AIR BAGS

i got hit (t boned) by a truck on my (driver¿s) side when the driver of the truck failed to yield. it was severe; my car swirled around for a couple of times. the front of my car was smashed and it was total by insurance company. the most dangerous thing was, my airbag did not even flinch. big question is, after buying a new car, doing servicing regularly from the dealer and maintaining properly, why the airbags did not open? it might be manufacture¿s error or the dealer¿s.

Reported in: WOODBURY MN || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E860

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

we live in florida and we lease a 2006 toyota corolla. the a/c went out. the service department told us a rock hit the condenser and put a hole in it. there is a tsb out on 2005-2006 corollas because of this problem. report number ac002-06 the service manager told us it is not under warranty. now toyota is telling us we have to pay $645 to fix it. we feel toyota needs to fix it. this is a persistent problem and design flaw. we need to have a recall.

Reported in: TARPON SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

pollution (?) control computer pollution charcoal cannister and associated electronics ruined.

Reported in: MEDINA OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

there were no deaths or injuries for this complaint. i'm guessing that these two incorrect entries will get this complaint reviewed by a nhtsa employee sooner rather than later. as noted by several other complaints, the 2006 toyota corolla's pcm appears to have a serious failure mode (i.e. control module turns off fuel relay causing engine stall). it also appears that the failure mode has a high occurrence. as of 4/6/2009 there was a two week national back order of pcm for this vehicle. i spoke with toyota national customer service, there were 4 vehicles at a small toyota dealership in grand blanc michigan waiting for this service part. if these 4 vehicles are taken as a data sampling, there may be as many as 4 * 1400 dealerships or 5600 vehicles currently awaiting this service part and have failed in the field. accounting for individual dealership business volume, my estimation is that there may be as many at 8000 field failures of this relatively serious failure mode just over the last 3-4 weeks. you nhtsa folks might want to give a call over to toyota na corporate headquarters before some young people have there lives destroyed by a engine stall in high speed commuter traffic. thanks. cm. again, there were no deaths of injuries for this complaint.

Reported in: INKSTER MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla air conditioning condenser went out. toyota created a modification to the 2007-2009 models but won't offer a recall on 2006!

Reported in: MINNEAPOLIS MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

2006 toyota corolla with 36900 miles. complete engine shutdown while in traffic at an intersection with inability to restart engine. car was towed to dealer. they reported electronic control unit failure was the cause. car still under warranty. dealer reported part on backorder. resulted in tow charge and car rental expense. car would not be provided until 3 days later by dealer.

Reported in: PALM BAY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving between 10-15 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle exhibited an erratic hard shift during acceleration. the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the failure was labeled as the pressure control solenoid. the component was replaced, but the failure recurred. the dealer performed diagnostic testing and they recommended that the engine computerized system be replaced under warranty. the vehicle has not been repaired due to the massive national back order for the part. the failure mileage was 69,500 and current mileage was 70,029.

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving between 10-15 mph on normal road conditions, the vehicle exhibited an erratic hard shift during acceleration. the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel and remained lit until the engine was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the failure was labeled as the pressure control solenoid. the component was replaced, but the failure recurred. the dealer performed diagnostic testing and they recommended that the engine computerized system be replaced under warranty. the vehicle has not been repaired due to the massive national back order for the part. the failure mileage was 69,500 and current mileage was 70,029.

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the engine turns off completely with no power.

Reported in: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 35 mph, the engine shut down and the engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the electronic control module (ecm) failed. the parts for the repair are currently on backorder; therefore, the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 32,000. updated 6/4/09 *cn updated 06/09/09.*jb

Reported in: MONTGOMERY VILLAGE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

POWER TRAIN

engine quit unexpectedly. would not restart. toyota service bulletin eg042-07 applies but would not be completed because of vehicle mileage. in the end replacing the ecu repaired the problem.

Reported in: SANTA BARBARA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

WHEELS

steel wheels began rusting. after haggling, dealer removed wheels and tires and repainted the wheels and mounted the tires. this was in april 2009, mileage 17,500.

Reported in: BONAIRE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

my 2006 corolla with 40k decided to turn itself off while i was on the highway with our daughter in the car. we tried to make our way to the shoulder on i81s to return home and were almost prompted into an accident as a tractor trailer nearly rear-ended us. we had it towed to gault toyota in endwell, ny, and the service center mentioned that for our car this part would not qualify for under warranty coverage. (we bought the car used from a private owner) please help us to help avoid a possible disaster for another family. the experience was somewhat traumatic by experiencing an unexpected engine failure in traffic and trying to think in a crisis environment to try to weave from the left lane to the right of the driving lane in a decent amount of traffic. i was personally shaken up reliving the details and possible consequences for the next few days. we now must pay almost $900 for this dangerous ordeal. we are also going to send a letter to our senator. (senator libous r-binghamton) we are petitioning toyota to send us a part free of charge. thanks, michelle mickelson

Reported in: BINGHAMTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

updated: what we sent to toyota to nhtsa: please investigate part linked to trouble code: p2716 eg042-07 part? 2006 corolla with 40k decided to turn itself off while i was on the highway with our daughter in the car. we tried to make our way to the shoulder on i81s to return home and were almost prompted into an accident as a tractor trailer nearly rear-ended us. when my husband arrived he had a scan tool with him and the code p2716 came up. we then we had it towed to gault toyota in endwell, ny, and the service center mentioned that for our car this part would not qualify for under warranty coverage. (we bought the car used from a private owner but must acknowledge very poor service concern and helpfulness at this dealership. we were charged a fee to diagnose a part which had not been broken-the battery-and after that debacle gault acknowledged it was the eg042-07 part-the ecu pressure control solenoid and the our diagnosis of the trouble code p2716 was correct- fee paid to gault $58) gault toyota mentioned that the part is backordered and will take possibly until 7/07/09 to receive. please help us to get this part and possibly our $58 service fee which was charged. the experience was somewhat traumatic by experiencing an unexpected engine failure in traffic and trying to think in a crisis environment to try to weave from the left lane to the right of the driving lane in a decent amount of traffic. i was personally shaken up reliving the details and possible consequences for the next few days. we now must pay almost $900 for this dangerous ordeal. (for the ecu part) we have sent a complaint and request for recall for this item to the nhtsa (odi complaint #: 10273306) and have sent a letter to our senator. (senator libous r-binghamton) thanks and please send us the part to the following: part eg042-07 refund of $58 service charge (incorrect diagnosis fee) michelle zduniak

Reported in: BINGHAMTON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E760

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla with approx. 36,125 miles starts but soon stalls within a time span of 15 seconds to 5 minutes. efforts to restart the vehicle immediately fail posing a safety risk if the vehicle is in traffic (which ours was). after waiting approximately 10 minutes, the vehicle is able to restart but stalls again within the same time span of 15 seconds to 5 minutes. the battery is working as evidenced by interior and exterior lights. gas is at or above 3/4 tank full. car recently passed (april 2009) pennsylvania standards for emissions and inspection.

Reported in: MT. PLEASANT PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

i was driving to work at 8 am in the morning and noticed that the air conditioner started pumping out hot air. since that time my a/c has been dead. the vehicle is a 2006 toyota corolla le with 43,000 miles.

Reported in: ALPHARETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

toyota has issued a technical service bulletin indicating that the a/c condenser is not properly protected the number for this report is ac002-06. additionally, the toyota has redesigned the corolla to correct this in 2007 by properly protecting the a/c condenser leaving the 2005-2006 customers in the dust. this problem appears to occur just outside of warranty. i discovered my condenser was not working (causing no air conditioning) 16 days after my warranty expired. i now live in the southwest and the type of heat experienced and lack of ac could be considered a health hazard. toyota refuses to replace the condenser and wants to charge customers the full $600 for replacement.

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 19 mph, the vehicle drove over a puddle of oil on the road. the vehicle struck a street sign and the guardrail ripped the front fender off of the vehicle. none of the air bags deployed. there were no injuries and a police report was filed. the manufacturer stated that the air bags should have deployed, but they could not assist. the contact feels that the vehicle is very dangerous to drive because the air bags failed to deploy. the current and failure mileages were 52,000. updated 07/17/09. *lj updated 07/17/09.*jb

Reported in: PAINESVILLE OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

going 45 mph, car suddenly cut off without warning, would not restart. had to be towed to dealership. was told that the ecm failed and the part had to be ordered. i purchased the extended warranty when i bought the car new, so this is covered. in speaking with the service manager at dealership, he indicated there was no recall on this part because it wasn't a safety issue! it is a safety issue! i was lucky there was very little traffic at the time my car died or i may have been rearended. i'm just lucky it didn't happen on the highway.

Reported in: CHESTER VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E56C

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

air conditioner works only 1/4th of the time. it blows cold and then continues to blow but changes to blowing hot air. this is very problematic with the heat conditions of summer with small children in the car. we are looking at costly repairs due to faulty equipment from the manufacturer.

Reported in: IDAHO FALLS ID || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

a/c stopped working right when warranty expired. no guard on air conditioner compressor resulting in easily damaged a/c component.

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

driving behind dump truck rocks fell out of truck and punctured the unprotected ac condenser. then i lost ac during one of the hottest days of the year. lucky my newborn was not with me. what really tics me off is toyota knows about the problem and released it in there technical service bulletin ac002-06. which i'm just now finding out about on the internet.

Reported in: CLAYTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BY32E46C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 corolla le engine computer module died without notice on july 18, 2009. there are numerous complaints about this computer dieing on the spot without notice. there needs to be a recall since this is dangerous if you are on the highway and it dies without notice. does there need to be a death involved or can you guys have a recall before it happens. you need to go on toyota nation and see all the complaints.

Reported in: BARDSTOWN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

car crash on august 13th, 2009...i was traveling in a straight path going southbound and an oncoming vehicle did a left hand turn lane and hit my car on the front passenger side. i was traveling 34-37 mph, he was traveling pretty fast. i received whiplash and upper shoulder and back injuries. police and ambulance arrived at the scene. my car safety bags did not deploy.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

hello, i am writing to you in relation to a recent problem i had with my 2006 toyota corolla. the short story is that the car's engine died while driving and wouldn't restart. i had to tow the car to a toyota dealership where it was inspected and found that the electronic control module (ecm) had failed (error code p0607) and needed replacement. since the car is still relatively new, i was astonished to find that the "brain" of the car is out of order and has to be replaced. what's worse is that this problem could cause highly dangerous situations where the car's engine stalls in the middle of a highway while driving at 65 mph. many people complain about the same problem on the internet and describe such cases where either the car's engine dies in the middle of the road, or the car leaves people in the middle of nowhere and won't start at all (http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=201631). toyota has issued a technical service bulletin about this problem: tsb eg042-07 (http://www.tundrasolutions.com/forums/attachments/corolla-matrix/27763d1201041193-2006-obdii-code-p0607-06-corrolla-tsb.pdf). information on the internet suggests that faulty solenoids on the ecm board are causing the computer to go crazy. given the severity of the problem, i don't believe that toyota should be leaving all corolla and matrix drivers get stuck on the road before replacing the faulty parts. i believe that for any such road hazardous situations where the manufacturer acknowledges that faulty parts were installed should recall all affected models and replace them accordingly. since this is the first time such thing has happened to me, i am not sure what the procedures are but just wanted to let you know about my experience so that you decide what's appropriate. my concern is that car manufacturers should be proactive in such matters and not be passive and wait for something known to happen. thank you for your attention! ognian voynikov mileage: 23,000

Reported in: MELBOURNE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E66Z

AIR BAGS

my daughter ran off the left side of the hwy, back across to right side of hwy, into a ditch, hit a culvert, rolled & flipped several times, totaled vehicle, air bags on either side deployed. she was probably running 40-50 mph when she hit the culvert and i can't believe the airbags did not deploy.

Reported in: WILLIAMSTON NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving in a parking lot the vehicle shut down without any prior warnings. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and the engines computer was replaced under warranty. updated 11/17/09 *bf the failure mileage was 32336. the current mileage was 32340. the dealer found a code for an ecm malfunction. updated 11/18/09

Reported in: HOLLAND PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving in a parking lot the vehicle shut down without any prior warnings. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and the engines computer was replaced under warranty. updated 11/17/09 *bf the failure mileage was 32336. the current mileage was 32340. the dealer found a code for an ecm malfunction. updated 11/18/09

Reported in: HOLLAND PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2006 toyota corolla. this year and model of vehicle has widespread problems with an engine control module which causes the vehicle to cease acceleration during driving. my husband was driving home from work on interstate 77 when the problem occurred. luckily, he was able to get the car to the side of the road without a car accident. toyota was notified of the problem, yet refuses to recall this part saying that it is not a "safety issue." i personally know of other drivers who have incurred the same problem in their vehicles. i also was told by the service department that the response is different in cars with a manual transmission, which is what we own. knowing the details of the case, the company still refused to offer any assistance, even though the repair calls for a totally different part, and that the old part is defective. owners who do not have knowledge of this problem could be surprised by a sudden stop in their vehicle, and could be involved in an accident as the problem does occur during driving.

Reported in: BECKLEY WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i have a 2006 toyota corolla. it has a history of surge problem exactly like the surge issue acknowledged by toyota on the lexus. however, toyota refuses to acknowledge problem with issue on 2006 corolla. my car has been in to service twice with this issue. i was almost thrown into 50 mile per hr traffic.

Reported in: MECHANICSVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

my 2006 toyota corolla ce would not stop when i exited off i-5 at the 128th st exit near millcreek wa. the engine was racing and i floored the brake and threw the car into neutral to avoid a huge crash into the vehicles in front of me. i bought the car new in 2006 and the computer has had to have two replacements. the car would not run without warning and has had to be towed. i am fearful of my safety and that of my passengers in this vehicle and have had little explanation at the dealership except that this is 'rare'. the dealership told me to take the mats out of the driver's side of the car altogether, but i'm positive the failure to stop had nothing to do with stuck mats. this all seems connected to the problem i've had from the very beginning with the car's computer failures.

Reported in: SILVANA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on friday, october 23, 2009, my check engine light came on in my 2006 toyota corolla le. once the light came on, the car had a "hard shift". on friday october 30, 2009, i took the car to the local toyota dealership and had the diagnostics run, which indicated a faulty p2716 pressure control solenoid "d" electrical. the service representative told me that i needed to have the computer replaced ($900) and that the car could shut off on me while in operation if i did not. after i had it replaced, i looked it up on the internet. turns out that toyota was aware of the problem based on a 9/2006 service bulletin, but chose to not issue a recall. i have a 110 mile round trip commute daily and after reading hundreds of posting from others that have encountered this problem, i count myself lucky. many others have had the car stop on them going 70 mph on the interstate. i was lucky, but it could have turned out deadly. there are incidents of accidents occurring due to faulty p2716's. it is not a matter of if it goes out, but when. i think toyota should be obligated to notify the owners of the 2006 corolla le's that the part is faulty and to have it replaced.

Reported in: BOWLING GREEN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while entering a parking space the vehicle suddenly accelerated without intention. consequently she rear-ended another vehicle, and then struck a telephone pole. the vehicle was completely destroyed, and none of the air bags deployed. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed away from the crash site. the failure mileage was 80,000. updated 12/07/09 *bf updated 12/07/09.*jb

Reported in: DERRY NH || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E760

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while entering a parking space the vehicle suddenly accelerated without intention. consequently she rear-ended another vehicle, and then struck a telephone pole. the vehicle was completely destroyed, and none of the air bags deployed. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed away from the crash site. the failure mileage was 80,000. updated 12/07/09 *bf updated 12/07/09.*jb

Reported in: DERRY NH || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E760

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 corolla 1.8l idling rough and about to die at intersection, but seemed to 'warm up' and didn't happen later that day. next morning same thing, but check engine light came on and has remained on.

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2006 toyota corolla. on november 11th, as i was driving on the highway, the car stalled. i was able to coast the car to the shoulder of the highway and had it towed to the nearest toyota dealer. the computer, the electronic control module, had to be replaced. at the time of the failure i had approximately 81,000 miles on my car and the warranty covered the computer up to 80, 000 miles. i paid to have the computer replaced and toyota should be reimbursing me $300 of the total $978 bill.

Reported in: PARADISE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2006 corolla stalled in morning rush-hour traffic. there was no warning, all power was lost. i was able to merge to side of road & eventually got the car started again. i drove to local dealership & they replaced the ecm; they said there was a service bulletin on it, but not a recall. (bulletin # eg042-07) have not had any other problems since new ecm (#89661-02k21) was installed.

Reported in: COLUMBUS IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

sudden acceleration at highway speeds in 2006 toyota corolla - on 11-24-09 traveling south on highway 5 in california near buttonwilow at approximately 70-75 miles per hour in the fast lane, probably while on cruise control, car began to accelerate, hit the brake which had no effect, and if it had been on cruise control, it did not override the acceleration. i began to get closer to the car in front of me. i do not believe i initially tried to put the car into neutral. i turned off the car engine, the acceleration stopped, i hit the brake somewhat to get it down to a regular speed, put the car into neutral, started it while coasting, put it back into gear (manual transmission), and the crisis was over. then, about an hour later, while on the grapevine portion of hwy 5 after the summit, it did the same thing with lesser traffic. i put it into neutral this time, hit the brake, slowed a little, put it back into gear and since then it has not occurred. see next paragraph. over the past 3 years, their have been a number of additional occasions with a different issue where: 1) my foot has slipped off the brake onto the accelerator causing the engine to rev when in neutral in the driveway or a stoplight (i think because the pedals are small and very close to one another), and; 2) occasions when the accelerator has got stuck under the floormat when the floormat had slid forward causing the car to accelerate. regarding the highway acceleration problem, this was not the case.

Reported in: CUPERTINO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 55 mph with the cruise control activated, the vehicle began to accelerate without intention. months after the failure he noticed the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealership and the engine control module was replaced. the current and failure mileages were 50000.

Reported in: MERRILL WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2006 toyota corolla suddenly stalled in an intersection. fortunately no accident occurred but car was hard to restart and ran poorly. check engine and maintenance required lights came on. fault code showed p0607. had to be towed to dealer and ecu was replaced. dealer said they are busy replacing a bunch of these.

Reported in: KOKOMO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i was driving on surface streets at approx 35 mph. the engine in my 2006 corolla just topped. i described it as "powered down." i was able to pull over to the side of the road. i turned it off, waited a second, then turned it back on. the car started. the check engine light remained on. i drove straight to the dealership. i was told it was the computer and the whole thing was replaced under warranty. the matter was handled on one day from incident to new computer. it ha not happened again.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

i have a 2006 toyota corolla, with intermittent problem with the acceleration of the car. i took it in and the dealer is saying that there is not problem with the acceleration of the care. but they said there is a bad throttle position sensor and that it would cost we $1200.00 to repair. (the acceleration problem has occurred 3 of 4 times in the past 6 months. they are say is code # p0121. throttle position sensor out of range.

Reported in: LEWISVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E96Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i currently have a 2006 toyota corolla. it frequently shuts completely off. several times i was stopped at a stop sign or signal light and it dies. i put it into park and it does eventually start up again. my husband was entering the freeway, on the on-ramp, and the car died. this has happened throughout this year.

Reported in: RHOME TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

TIRES

this about a tire called riken raptor's. i now have had this happen twice where the top part of the tire comes off the side walls, it happened in august as well. the tires were perfectly fine as far as air goes as i maintain my car. but for a 2nd one to have happened to me tells me there is a problem and i would hope someone would look into this. i found a thread via goggle that had many of the exact same issue on these tires. michilen is the mfg of them and they just tell people its a case of to little air. how would they know 1st of all and i do know it was inflated correctly. i tried calling the retailer but got no where so trying here so as no one else gets hurt from these tires. i was lucky only a fender liner and minor body damage after it blew of at 65mph.

Reported in: DELTONA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the check engine light comes on and then the engine dies. this has happened twice so far and the ecm were changed by toyota on both occasions but it just happened a third time and i am fed up.

Reported in: COCONUT CREEK FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 10 mph the "check engine" warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, and then the engine stalled. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. the engine restarted after several attempts. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the throttle body was cleaned. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on a separate occasion. the failure was contributed to the electronic control module (ecm). the part was unavailable and ordered for the service repair. the failure mileage was 80,700. the current mileage was 80,900. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: SHERWOOD AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

12/26/2009 my toyota corolla just stopped suddenly as i was driving all idiot lights came on and the car would not move. i was lucky that i had not entered highway in central pa with interstate truckers usually moving at 80mph.i would be dead. the car just completely came to an immediate halt. my car was brought to a local reapir shop who told us it was a computer failure and we had to take it to toyota.called toyota said they were unaware of the problem but we should have car towed and they wold look at it next day we were told the ecm had to be replaced but was under warranty.will pick up car today. how many people will die before nhsta acts . my family we would have died.

Reported in: CAMP HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

12/26/2009 my toyota corolla just stopped suddenly as i was driving all idiot lights came on and the car would not move. i was lucky that i had not entered highway in central pa with interstate truckers usually moving at 80mph.i would be dead. the car just completely came to an immediate halt. my car was brought to a local reapir shop who told us it was a computer failure and we had to take it to toyota.called toyota said they were unaware of the problem but we should have car towed and they wold look at it next day we were told the ecm had to be replaced but was under warranty.will pick up car today. how many people will die before nhsta acts . my family we would have died.

Reported in: CAMP HILL PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light the check engine light came on and the vehicle stalled and shut off. the vehicle restarted after three tries. the contact was able to drive the vehicle home. the contact called the dealer and the dealer asked the contact to bring the vehicle in but the contact does not feel comfortable driving the vehicle. the contact is disabled and was unable to have the vehicle diagnosed by the dealer. the contact is concerned about the safety risk. the failure mileage was 52,000. updated 01/29/10. *lj the dealer stated the stalling was due to an internal electrical failure. updated 01/29/10.*jb

Reported in: ST. CLAIR SHORES MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2006 toyota corolla le, and in november 2009 my check engine like lit up. i took my car to the toyota dealership in mons, belgium. it turns out there is a problem with the pressure control solenoid. i am stationed in england, so i decided to take my care to the dealership there. however, they will not work on my car because it is us specification. so, now i am having issues with trying to work with the dealership in belgium to get my car fixed.

Reported in: APO AE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E76Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i was driving my 2006 toyota corolla ce on the freeway at 65 mph when the engine suddenly turned off. i was able to coast to the shoulder to avoid getting into an accident. i had the car towed to the toyota dealer and they replaced the ecm unit and reset the check engine light. the dealer kept the old ecm unit and did not charge me for the work which was under warranty. my car was 4 years old and only had 28150 miles on it when this happened. i found out that this was a known problem by checking out the toyotanation.com website.

Reported in: LADERA RANCH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

INTERIOR LIGHTING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the rear passenger side interior light bulb does not stay in the socket and it does not make contact to remain lit. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who added glue to hold the socket in place; however, it came apart. the dealer also informed her that the design was changed. the toyota manufacturer was notified and stated that they would call the dealer so that they could repair the vehicle. the failure mileage was 37,000. updated 2/17/10 *cn the consumer stated the dealer was going to fix the problem at no charge. updated 02/22/10.*jb

Reported in: SPOTSYLVANIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E86C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

car stalling & rough engine idling caused by faulty engine intake manifold gasket.

Reported in: PERRYSBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E86C

WHEELS

the wheels of my 2006 toyota corolla were rusting, while under warranty the dealer removed them and repainted them. now they are rusting again with only 19,000 miles on the car.

Reported in: BONAIRE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i own a 2006 toyota corolla ce. i have had the same type of sudden acceleration problems that led to the two recalls you have issued on other toyota models and years. please institute a recall for my model and year toyota. updated ivoq 10/20/10

Reported in: ALBANY ND || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E26C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

car: 2006 toyota corolla le when driving the car around a turn, accelerator pedal lost power, the car stalled and the engine died. this happened within a few seconds. on trying to restart, the car sputtered for a few seconds and then died again. and, after that the car engine would not start at all. there was no power in the accelerator pedal at all. maintenance is up to date on the car and its at the car shop right now. this was a scary moment, because if i had been on the freeway, it would have definitely led to a crash. please take appropriate steps to investigate this.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

purchased 2006 corolla in feb 2006, in august of 2007 car stalled while driving, engine light came on,steering locked up. brought it to toyota dealer, replaced ecu, waited 1month because of backorder of part. january 2010 car stalled while driving, engine light came on, steering locked up, took to toyota dealer , ecu replaced for the second time, this time i had to pay for the replacement.

Reported in: SAYVILLE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E06C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2006 toyota corolla "s" / 52760 miles i was driving on a city street and approaching a red stop light, i applied the brakes and was nearly at a complete stop (could not have been going more than 2-3mph). all of a sudden without warning, the engine surged and the car lurched forward--despite the fact that i the brakes were being pressed. i immediately pressed harder on the brakes and got no reaction, so i jammed both feet on the brake pedal as hard as i could, the wheels locked and i skid approximately 10 feet! i had to steer out of the way of rear-ending the stopped car ahead of me. all of this happened in about a three second time frame. it was literally a miracle that i did not ram into the car ahead of me. once the car came to a stop, everything seemed normal again, and the car drove fine as if nothing ever happened. i am the original owner and sole driver of this car and have never experienced anything like this. it was as if some outside force had control over the car and i could not stop it. this could have caused seriously injury or death. i immediately called my toyota service dept. and the technician i spoke to told me he "never heard of such a thing" or that "maybe perhaps the floor mat was involved". i currently have no floor mats in this vehicle so that was not the cause. i am bringing the car into toyota. however in researching this incident online, i am not the only person who has experienced this sudden lurching and loss of control. toyota needs to address this now!

Reported in: SAUSALITO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

after starting a 2006 toyota corolla with approximately 26,000 mileage and leaving parking garage, car lost power without warning. after turning key off, was able to restart on third try. with the restart, the check engine light came on. drove home without incident and made appointment with toyota dealer. was able to restart car to take to dealer and in trying to complete the 10 miles or so on low speed roads, the car repeatedly lost power until the 8th or 9th time when it would not restart. car was towed the last 2-3 miles. dealer said a newer firmware version was required. print-out said the ecm was replaced. this was done without charge and dealer was cooperative. the situation was dangerous and it was fortunate that the power loss was not on a high speed road.

Reported in: TOWSON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was traveling westbound on i-80 at approximately 55-60 miles per hour during light rain. i took my foot off the gas pedal but the car continued to accelerate. i pushed the brake pedal a few times, but the braking system was non-responsive. i realized i would soon be approaching the car ahead of me, so i looked in my mirrors and over both shoulders to determine the locations of other vehicles. i wanted to change lanes so that i had more time to attempt other corrective actions. when i began the lane change and while my vehicle was continuing to accelerate, the vehicle spun out and i hit the center divide head-on. the accident stalled the motor. a highway patrol officer arrived on scene, but after arriving had to leave to go to a major-injury crash.

Reported in: DAVIS CA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the engine on my 2006 toyota corolla has had an engine serge problem. when the car had about 26,000 miles on it, i had a couple of incidents where i would be stopped at traffic light with my foot on brake. the engine would serge up to 4rpms. it was all i could do to keep from hitting the car in front of me. i was so shook up, i called dealer and insisted they take car and check it out. they kept the car overnight, and by the end of the next day had diagnosed the problem. they told me it was my workboot. the gas pedal was so close to the break, that the edge of my boot was hitting the gas. i had a hard time accepting that, because i made a point to keep my foot on the break when the incident was happening. i haven't had another serge problem, but i did have a high idol problem. toyota replaced the computer chip free of charge. i thought that was great because i had 36,895 miles on car and my warranty had expired. i now have 53,000 miles on car and the high idol is getting bad again. the recent recall on gas pedal has me concerned. i believe the problem goes beyond the gas pedal. i am sending this email, to give you more data. hopefully, others will do the same.

Reported in: MILTON WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

throttle body has shot down unexpectedly right on the middle of on the road. the car has been fully disabled since gas did not go to the engine. occur for first time. throttle body has been replaced by taking from used car. master say it just stopped to function.

Reported in: WILLOUGHBY OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while driving on a local street my check engine light came on, within seconds there was no fuel (power) to drive. i pressed the gas pedal to the floor but the car would not go more than 5rpm, going less than 5 mph, then car just shut off. this happened in less than 20 seconds. i tried to re-start the car but with no luck. i was able to put the car in neutral and with help push the to local repair shop, they diagnosed it as faultcode p0607 aka "bad ecm". the mechanic called the local toyota dealer and they towed the car to there shop since it was covered under warranty of 8 yrs and/or up to 80,000 miles. however the part was not in stock so i had to wait 2 days. i was out of a car for a total of 3 days and my local repair shopped charged $109.00 for diagnosed the car. lucky for me toyota dealer was no charge because it was still under warranty 8 yrs, or 80,000. my car had 71,260, however i am still not happy because i could have been badly injured if i was on a highway and this had happen, or i could have hurt someone else. i am not pleased that i was without a car for 3 days and incurred travel expenses and had to pay my local repair shop $109.00 which i feel toyota should cover. there should be a recall for this issue as it can be fatal.

Reported in: WHITE PLAINS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E56C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

this is the second incident i've experience with an engine surge and unintended acceleration. i was driving approx. 25mph towards an intersection. the light ahead was red, so i took my foot entirely off of the accelerator and let the car coast. it gradually slowed down as it always does, nothing unusual. as i came up on the red light i applied the brakes and rolled to a soft stop. i waited at a red light with my foot resting entirely on the brake pedal. all of a sudden--the first thing i noticed was the sound--the engine roared and the car tried to race forward despite my foot on the brake. i pressed harder on the brake to no avail. the car was fighting against me wanting to race forward. there was a stopped car ahead of me and i was trying not to crash into it. in desperation i stood up on the brakes as hard as i could and the car skid. i had to steer into oncoming traffic to avoid rear ending the car in front of me. i pulled the emergency brake and the car came to a stop diagonal across two lanes of traffic. i brought the car into toyota for a second time. dealer ran extensive tests on electronic and engine systems and said there was nothing wrong. they stated that the computer "history" showed no record of the incident. they offered no explanation nor any remedy. i am frustrated beyond belief that toyota is hiding behind "we can't find anything wrong" and is not trying harder to find the cause. there are no floor mats in my car, and there are no problems with the gas pedal. i would like to make very clear that my foot was entirely off of the gas pedal for at least 15 seconds prior to the failure. i am convinced that this incident was caused by a computer mis-fire or electronic malfunction that caused the engine to open full-throttle while the car was stopped and brakes engaged. toyota does not know what is wrong, and they don't know how to fix it --this is a huge problem! peoples lives are at stake!

Reported in: SAUSALITO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

i have owned my 2006 toyota corolla s with a 5-speed manual transmission since july 2006. in that time i have had approximately 5 incidences when the engine raced unexpectedly. this has always occurred when i had the clutch depressed and was braking. i have thought that my right foot, which i intended to be on the center of the brake pedal, was actually on the side of the brake pedal such that it simultaneously contacted the accelerator pedal. this explanation is problematic in that even with the brake pedal fully depressed, it is still higher than the accelerator pedal. the only way i could be depressing both the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time is for my foot to be twisted and off center at the same time. maybe this is possible, i don't know. what usually happens is that the engine races(maybe 4000 to 5000 rpm) but since the clutch is already depressed and my foot is on the brake, the car does not speed up. usually the engine only races for a second or two and i don't know how it gets settled down--maybe i reposition my foot a little--i don't know what happens because it is always unexpected and happens so quickly i am left confused and scared. the last time this happened was a few days ago so with all the publicity about toyota accelerator pedals, i thought i would report this problem even though my car is not covered in the recall.

Reported in: MATHEWS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla, gas pedal failed to accelerate engine at critical time when crossing highway from shopping strip. car was stopped blocking traffic narrowly escaping a collision and i had to push the car off the highway by hand. vehicle was out of warranty with 47618 miles. toyota repaired the vehicle free of charge. they replaced the computer engine controller.

Reported in: CYPRESS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle accelerated without the accelerator pedal being applied while driving at lower speeds. on four occasions when the vehicle accelerated a crash occurred each time. there were no injuries. the contact has taken the vehicle to the dealer twice who stated that the brakes caused the failure since they were unaware of the floor mat or the sticky pedal recall. the contact stated that the failure could potentially cause serious injuries to occur. the failure mileage was 9,664.

Reported in: ANDOVER MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

the 2006 toyota corolla crashed into the back of our garage as my husband was attempting to park it. he stepped on the brake and the car accelerated.

Reported in: RADNOR PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

could not control gas acceleration on 2006 toyota corolla.

Reported in: BUD WV || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i was driving down the interstate with my 3yr old son when my cars check engine light popped on and the car turned off and immediately started slowing down. it was night time and after a large snow storm so i was unable to get off the shoulder fully. luckily a police officer came and said i was in a very dangerous position and that she was going to speed up the process by calling a tow agency herself. she then cornered her car with lights on to add some safety. i had the car towed to a repair shop where they stated nothing was physically wrong with the car but the computer had died. i called toyota to see if there was anything that they could do and they stated they were aware this was a standard problem but since the car was over 80,000 miles that it was no longer under warranty and would be full price to fix. i stated that i felt when i purchased the car they needed to inform me that after 80,000 miles my car had the potential to shut down at anytime. i can assure you i would not have purchased it. i had to order a new part which is still not guaranteed. i feel that this is a scam by toyota to ensure that they are still making money on cars even when you take the best of care.

Reported in: STAUNTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

driving on the road and my accelerator didn't work. the engine was still on but when i pressed on the accelerator it didn't register that i was pressing the foot. towed to toyota dealer and they said that some ecm - engine control components were defective and they replaced the engine computer. didn't think it necessary to do a recall because it was only in some cars. *cn

Reported in: WESTBOROUGH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

POWER TRAIN

i was changing lanes from the left hand lane to the right hand lane in a 2006 toyota corolla. the vehical accelerated suddenly left the road went through the cable barrier and over turned in opposing lanes. i was knocked unconcious. this happened at 6:00 on 7/15/2009 on i 10 in borne, tx. *cn

Reported in: FREDERICKSBURG TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my toyota corolla has accelerated unexpectedly several times, generally when the temperature is around 32 degrees fahrenheit. the first time i noticed it, i rear-ended a pickup truck after a red light had turned green. the second time, i was backing out of a parking space and the car shot backwards 30' into a post (denting my bumper and breaking the rear drivers' side lights). the third time, nothing was broken - i was the only person on the road - but it scared the bejesus out of me. i called toyota to complain and they said that there is no recall on my car. my belief is that there are accelerator / electronics problems with the toyota corolla that they are not admitting.

Reported in: GRANGER IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

this happened for me in 2007 but due to this recent events, i decided to report it. i was driving my toyota corolla 2006 which was a year old, and the engine died on the highway. i was lucky that i could pull over and i had the car towed to the toyota dealer and later i was told that the engine management circuit had a manufacturing defect and was replaced. i was told that there were other cars with a similar problem.

Reported in: FLORAL PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

on 3, august 2009, i dropped off my toyota corolla, year 2006, to power toyota, irvine, ca due to the vehicle abruptly lunges forward when accelerator pedal is barely touched. when i picked up the car, the vehicle still lunges forward when barely touching gas pedal. thus, immediately brought the car back to service, asked to have the issue lunging forward looked at again. power toyota service team assigned a mechanic to ride along with me for a test drive. during the test drive, the mechanic agreed the lunging forward from a dead stop is not normal and we drove back to power toyota facility. once arrived at toyota, the mechanic went to talk to his supervisor and a different mechanic came out and looked at the car. the second mechanic stated ¿this is normal for toyota¿, dismissing the first mechanics observations. i asked for the first mechanic, the second mechanic stated ¿the mechanic (first) is not available. if i wish, i could have the electronic accelerator parts replaced, but i will need to pay for the repair/service and the expense will not be covered by toyota. recently i contacted power toyota to make an appointment to have my vehicle¿s accelerator system inspected, power toyota said ¿since the vehicle is not included in the recall, i will need to contact toyota¿s consumer department, power toyota cannot do anything¿. thus, contacted toyota consumer department and verbally made a complaint on said issue. ¿vehicle abruptly lunges forward when the accelerator petal is barely touched. with recent information released by toyota on corolla accelerator systems (other toyota models are include) and recalls. i am formally asking toyota motor sales service department to critically inspect my vehicle¿s accelerator¿s electronic and mechanical system and replace all parts in question, to ensure occupants safety. how and where can i have my vehicle¿s accelerator system inspected, at this time, toyota has not contact me on this issue.

Reported in: TORRANCE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while driving my 2006 toyota corolla ce it stalled at an intersection effecting steering and braking after it stalled it took several attempts to get the car to start and run. while returning home it stalled two more times, while i was driving i also notice that the car would not accelerate pasted 20 mph even while pushing the pedal all the way down and hard shifted into drive.

Reported in: AVON PARK FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 corolla stalls while driving on highway. i let the car rest for about 30 mins. and then i was able to drive again for about 20 mins. at which time it stalled again. the check engine light came on. issue turned out to be a bad ecm.

Reported in: WESTBURY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E76C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the following description is from a narrative written within 3 hours after the accident. around 5:30pm on 12/10/2008 i was driving home around 2-3 miles per hour due to traffic congestion. the sky was dark and it was lightly raining. the temperature was around 60-65 degrees fahrenheit, so ice was not present on the road. the large semi truck directly ahead of me slowed down to a stop, so i attempted to brake. my brakes did not seem to have an effect, so i pushed on the brakes harder. the brakes still had no effect. i immediately shifted the car into the ¿park¿ gear and applied the emergency brake. neither the shifting the gears nor the emergency brake had any effect on the car¿s motion, my car kept moving forward. i eventually stopped when i smashed into the back of the truck, which caused about $5k of front end damage for my car and no apparent damage to the truck. the time between when i noticed the car was not stopping to when my car hit the truck was around 2-3 seconds. after thinking about these events afterward, i didn't remember hearing the transmission grind due to the fact the car was in the ¿park¿, but continued to move forward. after the collision, the truck ahead of me left as if nothing had happened. my car stayed stationary now that its momentum was lost. i shifted the car back into ¿drive¿ and slowly drove home (around 20-25 mph). the brakes worked like normal and i didn't hear any noise when i applied the brakes. i took the car into the dealership on 01/10/2009. the mechanic inspected the car and found the brakes were in ¿normal working condition¿. the mechanic hypothesized that the cause for the brake failure was either the brake fluid overheated or driver error. however, there was no evidence to support either hypothesis. no repair was recommended and no parts were replaced. i am confident i depressed the brakes and not the accelerator, so i suspect there might be some other problem with my brakes. the brakes have not failed since this incident.

Reported in: GREENBELT MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR30E56C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

toyota corolla 2006 model with engine light on after driving 5 miles. car was diagnosed with a fault of p2716 by a certified mechanic. light disappeared for about twelve hours than reappeared and was constant from that time on. the car seemed to have hard shifting while driving slowly between 10- 30 mph.

Reported in: NORRIDGE IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

electronic control module failed. check engine light came on and the car stopped running after about 5 minutes in the garage.. i was able to repeat this. towed to the dealer where they replaced the ecm (or computer).

Reported in: SUFFIELD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that her check engine light came on. a diagnostic test was performed by the dealer which listed code#p2716 pressure control d malfunction, internal failure inside the ecu. the manufacturer informed the contact that he would be responsible for paying $2,100 for the repairs. there were no related recalls or warranties. the failure mileage was 91,358.

Reported in: WAREHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while making a left turn, my gas pedal locked and the check engine light came on. i had to coast to the side of the road just pass a very busy intersection. my car was towed to the local toyota dealer where they determined the electronic control unit (ecu or computer) shut down and needed to be replaced. my car has 83,000 miles, 3,000 miles over the 8yr/80,000 mile federal emissions warranty. this is a dangerous and expensive error that toyota should take responsibility to correct.

Reported in: ALBANY GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

my 2006 toyota corolla does the following when braking, if a pothole(s) or bump(s) in the road is hit (while braking at the same time), the car fails to slow down or stop until the area of the potholes or bumps is passed. the brake pedal jerks forward as it appears that the brakes are failing to engage or does its job of slowing or stopping the vehicle. i have experienced this problem many times since day one, but i thought that it's a suspension problem.

Reported in: MARLBORO NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving approximately between 15-20 mph on normal road conditions. the engine stalled without warning. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the residence. currently, the contact is performing diagnostic testing on the vehicle. the cause of failure has not been determined at this time. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the failure mileage was 72,000.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that his vehicle shut off at a traffic light and would not restart. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and later towed to a toyota dealer. the dealer informed the contact that the failure was a chip in the electrical system which needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired under the warranty. the failure mileage was 45,000. updated 03/12/10. *lj updated 07/09/10*jb

Reported in: WAYNE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30EX6C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my 2006 corolla abruptly turned off without warning while i was doing 65-70mph in freeway traffic. luckily i pulled over safely. the engine would barely start, but it ran rough/ very weakly and die. the car was not drivable, so it was towed to the dealer and fixed same day, under warranty. i was given a receipt that stated tsb (technical service bulletin) ego42-07. the receipt indicated that my car's ecm was replaced with a different ecm, i assume a more reliable one. i know from a co-worker that this is a common defect. this should really be a recall because what if i was passing someone on the highway or turning left! it could have been really, really bad. i wrote toyota a complaint, and got a generic response, but i think this should be a recall. i would have reported this earlier, but i just learned about nhtsa. thank you!

Reported in: GLENDALE AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my wife had a major accident last week in seaville,nj. she was driving a 2006 toyota corolla s. the weather was cold outside but it was not snowing. she had ample of distance and time to stop the vehicle at the traffic light. she hit on the brakes when the light turned yellow. the car still kept on going and did not slow down. she slammed the brakes real hard and the car still kept on going. finally the car stopped when it hit 2 trucks on cross traffic. the driver side air bag deployed. my wife was rushed to the er directly from the accident scene. police was on site. she was hurt pretty bad in her neck, lower back, shoulder foot etc. i would never buy a toyota again. both her and my confidence is lost in toyota. government should be stricter with examining cars. her car was not identified as part of recall. i would ask the government to inform other 2006 toyota owners to be very careful. updated 03/08/10

Reported in: EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

car wants to stall from idle at random times, example... you could be at a light turning left and when its clear to turn,you press on the gas to go and it wants to stall only for a small moment then engages and it's fine. i'm afraid one of these times it will completely stall and cause an accident. this car has done this from the beginning, i am the only owner as we bought the car brand new. i listed the car incident date at aug 1,2006 as an estimate when i bought the car but has happened multiple times on and off. i waited for a recall for this and it has never happened but is very much needed.

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

STEERING

at speeds above 65 mph i feel like i don't have control over the steering. the car drifts to right and left.

Reported in: GLEN ALLEN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

STEERING

when driving over 60 mph the car will randomly pull back and forth across the lane. it will only do it for some time and then stop. this makes it hard to steer the car and i must slow down until it stops. sometimes i can barely maintain the speed limit on freeways when this occurs. i am afraid that it will cause an accident one day. no repairs have been made because this is not a consistent problem that can be shown to a mechanic. i have even had it checked out by a mechanic but he didn't encounter the problem. this has recently been brought to light for toyota cars and i want to make sure that people are aware of how far they should look back for this problem as i have had to deal with this for 4 years now. thankfully i do not drive freeways that often but it is always something in the back of mind when i do.

Reported in: SANTA FE SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2006 toyota corolla. on 01-29-2010, i was driving my toyota down the road. suddenly, without warning, the engine stalled. luckily, i was not on the freeway or in heavy traffic and was able to safely pull to the side of the road. i ended up having my car towed to toyota of el cajon where the problem was identified as a defective ecm (engine control module). they replaced the ecm for $841.00 which fixed the problem. an ecm failing on a new car after 3 1/2 years is very unusual (they are engineered to last the life of the car). i went on line and was stunned to find that ecm failures were a known problem and frequently failed on 2006 and some earlier toyota corollas. toyota even changed/re-engineered the ecms after 2006 models. i would like to know how many of these ecms have failed nation wide and why no recall has been done to fix this problem. i've tried to get ahold of toyota corporate but i can't get through to a person and they have not answered my e-mail back (going on two weeks since i sent it to them).

Reported in: EL CAJON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i own a 2006 toyota corolla, once driving on the road the vehicle suddenly stopped and when i took it to the dealer, they told me its a faulty engine computer and they have seen this in many cars and replaced my engine computer. i marginally escaped from being hit by cars coming behind me. i don't want this issue to cause any accidents in the future for people who are still driving old version of engine computer and if possible toyota should replace the old version of engine computer with new version.

Reported in: FISHKILL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

my 2006 toyota corolla experienced a failure with the ecm that caused the check engine light to come on and report a p2716 error code. the problem caused the transmission to lock up spontaneously and shift very hard. my independent mechanic who read the code had an advanced odc scanner that indicated the car was idling when the problem suddenly happened. the toyota dealership personnel informed me that several cars had been coming in with this report, but the company was only addressing the issue for customers who were still under warranty. several customers who discussed this problem on the internet reported that their car would suddenly stall while on the road, and it seems that toyota should be issuing yet another recall, but isn't. please investigate this matter and hold the toyota corporation responsible for its defect.

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driving at normal speed in traffic the check engine light appeared and the engine lost power. in los angeles traffic this can be deadly. i was nearly rear ended twice due to the inability to even have the car roll to a safe stop. the problem has been diagnosed as a known ecm failure and many owner forums have said this is a widely known and common failure.

Reported in: LITTLEROCK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

STEERING

wife was driving her 2006 toyota corolla and went into water during a rainy day in february 2010 and she said that the steering locked/ she couldn't turn it more than a quarter turn. she jiggle the steering wheel and then it was ok again. i looked under car the car and everything looks ok.

Reported in: MILILANI HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated whenever he is driving and approaching a stop sign and he depresses the brake the vehicle accelerate forward. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and was tested twice and they cannot duplicate the failure. the contact was told to continue driving the vehicle because there was no failure with the vehicle. the toyota manufacturer was called and they told the contact if the dealer cannot find the failure with the vehicle the vehicle had no problem. the failure mileage was 44,000.

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E06Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

driving in town between stop lights when car accelerated on its own. steered right hitting bank building to avoid hitting car and going into intersection.

Reported in: IRELAND WV || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the contact suffered minor injuries. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the failure mileage was 59,276. updated 05/20/10. *lj the consumer also stated the air bags failed to deploy. updated evoq 05/27/10 the consumer stated the engine control module was replaced in 2008 due to the check engine light illuminating. updated 06/01/10. *jb updated 09/29/10 the consumer also stated the steering mechanism and brake failed on the vehicle. updated 12/06/10 updated 12/28/10.*jb

Reported in: MERCED CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the contact suffered minor injuries. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the failure mileage was 59,276. updated 05/20/10. *lj the consumer also stated the air bags failed to deploy. updated evoq 05/27/10 the consumer stated the engine control module was replaced in 2008 due to the check engine light illuminating. updated 06/01/10. *jb updated 09/29/10 the consumer also stated the steering mechanism and brake failed on the vehicle. updated 12/06/10 updated 12/28/10.*jb

Reported in: MERCED CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

AIR BAGS

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the contact suffered minor injuries. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the failure mileage was 59,276. updated 05/20/10. *lj the consumer also stated the air bags failed to deploy. updated evoq 05/27/10 the consumer stated the engine control module was replaced in 2008 due to the check engine light illuminating. updated 06/01/10. *jb updated 09/29/10 the consumer also stated the steering mechanism and brake failed on the vehicle. updated 12/06/10 updated 12/28/10.*jb

Reported in: MERCED CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the contact suffered minor injuries. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the failure mileage was 59,276. updated 05/20/10. *lj the consumer also stated the air bags failed to deploy. updated evoq 05/27/10 the consumer stated the engine control module was replaced in 2008 due to the check engine light illuminating. updated 06/01/10. *jb updated 09/29/10 the consumer also stated the steering mechanism and brake failed on the vehicle. updated 12/06/10 updated 12/28/10.*jb

Reported in: MERCED CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

STEERING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the contact suffered minor injuries. the contact stated that the accelerator pedal became stuck and caused the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the failure mileage was 59,276. updated 05/20/10. *lj the consumer also stated the air bags failed to deploy. updated evoq 05/27/10 the consumer stated the engine control module was replaced in 2008 due to the check engine light illuminating. updated 06/01/10. *jb updated 09/29/10 the consumer also stated the steering mechanism and brake failed on the vehicle. updated 12/06/10 updated 12/28/10.*jb

Reported in: MERCED CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

driving home when check engine light came on and engine shut off while in a busy curve of a local street. lost power steering assist. created a safety hazard being that i was causing a traffic hazard in a curve. only able to start engine by holding gas to the floor, engine sounded like a lawn mower and ran barely over idle. made it home at about 10 mph. next day engine started but check engine light was still lit. drove to dealer, engine was surging and car shifted very hard. dealer found that the ecu or computer had failed and replaced it under the emissions warranty. this is the second time that this computer has failed on my vehicle. first time was at 25,939 miles on 08/15/07 and they replaced the same engine computer this time my wife was driving the car in traffic and it did the same thing. current incident happened on 12/28/09 with 48,874 miles on vehicle. i can see that this could have been a more serious safety issue if we had been pulling out into traffic when the computer failed.

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E960

STRUCTURE:BODY

information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) letter to toyota 02/24/10 i've had intermittent issues with my 2006 toyota corolla accelerating unexpectedly. my dealer said there's no problem, but after experiencing a life-threatening spinout on the highway last weekend (the 4th such incidence), i'm frightened to drive this car. it keeps getting banged up from these problems and my insurance rates are going sky-high. but more seriously, i drive 36,000+ miles per year, which means that my exposure to risk is greater than most drivers. what the hell am i supposed to do? will you compensate my daughter if i die as a result of your parts failing when they are used as intended? i've contacted the national highway safety board and the indiana state police have recorded sunday night's incident. ironically, i was coming back from chicago where i had helped my ex-wife to purchase a 2008 toyota corolla. i'm also worried about risks to her life, and my daughter's, but she trusts your reputation more than my advice. thankfully for me, i had just had my brakes replaced and tires rotated by my local toyota dealer last week. had that not happened, i would be dead today from the spinout off the highway on sunday, because without good brakes, i would have veered into oncoming traffic and not been able to pull the car away to the other side. i do not recall hitting anything. but strangely, now there are 2 dents on the driver's side rear of the car and the trunk fails to latch properly. it's as if the metal body of the car was pulled so fast that it bent. there are no posts or trees in the area that i could have hit, and i came back the next day in daylight to photograph the scene. i have no idea how the dents got on the car, strain? ** [xxx]

Reported in: GRANGER IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

WHEELS

my 2006 toyota corolla has rust / corrosion in its aluminum rims . i have never known aluminum to rust. i have tried contacting toyota and my local dealer and get no response or reason as to why this is happening.

Reported in: STATEN ISLAND NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

POWER TRAIN

2006 and other years of toyota corolla. ecm defect causes had shifting of transmission and has resulted in sudden loss of all power when driving. cases of this problem are widely reported on the internet by owners of these vehicles but no action has been taken by the nhtsa to order a recall or to hold the company liable to repair these vehicles. where is the focus of the nhtsa???

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 and other years of toyota corolla. ecm defect causes had shifting of transmission and has resulted in sudden loss of all power when driving. cases of this problem are widely reported on the internet by owners of these vehicles but no action has been taken by the nhtsa to order a recall or to hold the company liable to repair these vehicles. where is the focus of the nhtsa???

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*he contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. he stated that while driving 40 mph and applying the brakes, the vehicle accelerated on its own and crashed into another vehicle. there were minor injuries and there were also front end damages. a police report is available and the vehicle was repaired. the dealer was contacted and they stated that they had to get in contact with the corporate office. the failure mileage was 8000 and the current mileage was 10400. updated 04/16/10. *lj updated 08/24/10*jb

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving at 65 mph and the accelerator pedal stopped working. when he put the car in park the rpm 's starting moving frantically. the contact turned the vehicle off and then back on and the vehicle started. the vehicle stalled when the contact attempted to restart it later that day. the contact did take the vehicle to the authorized dealer. the dealer stated that his electronic marginal was not reading the accelerator pedal. the contact then called the manufacturer and they informed him that his vin was not related to the recall and that his vehicle was no longer under warranty. the contact informed his insurance company and they stated that there was nothing that could be done. the vehicle has not been repaired; however, it is at an authorized dealer. the failure and current mileage were 90,000.

Reported in: GRANDVIEW MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

STEERING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 60 mph the steering swerved to the right. the failure occurred intermittently and became uncontrollable when it stayed in the center lane. whenever he engaged the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would not move. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they could not duplicate the failure. the failure has occurred on several occasions and each time the dealer was unable to diagnose of duplicate the failure. the failure mileage was 20,000.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while driving 60 mph the steering swerved to the right. the failure occurred intermittently and became uncontrollable when it stayed in the center lane. whenever he engaged the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would not move. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they could not duplicate the failure. the failure has occurred on several occasions and each time the dealer was unable to diagnose of duplicate the failure. the failure mileage was 20,000.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. when she attempted to shift gear in reverse the gears failed. the vehicle does not shift in reverse and it lunged forward. she also noticed that it would not shift into first, second, or third gear. she took the vehicle to a local garage who stated that the solenoid caused the failure to occur. the manufacturer filed report number 1002148-131 and stated that there were no recalls for the failure; therefore, they would not assist with the repair. she will take the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed and repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 101,044.

Reported in: SAN MARCOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E66Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i stepped on gas pedal and car stopped. this happened three times in a couple of minutes. the car was towed to toyota. they fixed it immediately and stated in was a computerfailure. i was lucky to be in a parking lot. if on a highway i would be dead as the car died each time i restarted it and stepped on the gas. toyota dealer stated it was a computer failure. my friend has the same car and same year. same thing happened to her. diagnosis again computer failure.

Reported in: MILLIS MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i stepped on gas pedal and car stopped. this happened three times in a couple of minutes. the car was towed to toyota. they fixed it immediately and stated in was a computerfailure. i was lucky to be in a parking lot. if on a highway i would be dead as the car died each time i restarted it and stepped on the gas. toyota dealer stated it was a computer failure. my friend has the same car and same year. same thing happened to her. diagnosis again computer failure.

Reported in: MILLIS MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

i own a 2006 toyota corolla le. earlier this month, i lost all but an extremely minimal amount of power while driving. i nursed the car to my home and contacted my local toyota dealership by telephone and described the problem. over the phone, the service person with whom i spoke said that he believed the problem was with one of the car's computers. he indicated that the problem i described was not unique, but that i should bring it in for formal diagnostic tests. when i had the car towed into the dealership, the service personnel verified that one of the car's computers had to be replaced. i spoke with two of the service personnel at the time and both gave me the impression that the problem was not unusual for that year's corolla le. i bring this to your attention because of the current questions regarding toyota's problems and the possibility that some of the major problems could have an electronic origin.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E460

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i own a 2006 toyota corolla le. earlier this month, i lost all but an extremely minimal amount of power while driving. i nursed the car to my home and contacted my local toyota dealership by telephone and described the problem. over the phone, the service person with whom i spoke said that he believed the problem was with one of the car's computers. he indicated that the problem i described was not unique, but that i should bring it in for formal diagnostic tests. when i had the car towed into the dealership, the service personnel verified that one of the car's computers had to be replaced. i spoke with two of the service personnel at the time and both gave me the impression that the problem was not unusual for that year's corolla le. i bring this to your attention because of the current questions regarding toyota's problems and the possibility that some of the major problems could have an electronic origin.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY KS || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E460

STEERING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving approximately 5 mph on a road surface covered with a quarter inch of snow; and encountered a dip in the road. the vehicle began to pull uncontrollably to the left direction into an opposing travel lane, and down an embankment. there was no personal injury. the police was called to the scene in which a report was not filed due to no other involvement of another vehicle. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the vehicle was completely destroyed. the contact stated the failure occurred on two separate occasions with no personal injuries. the failure mileage was 36,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the check engine light came on. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated the computer caused the failure and needed to be replaced. a week later, the check engine light came back on. a diagnostic test was done and revealed that the transmission needed to be replaced for $4000. the manufacturer was called and stated that the warranty has expired. the vehicle was repaired by an independent mechanic. the failure mileage was 76,206. updated 4/23/10 *cn according to the invoice, the torque converter failed and the transmission fluid was contaminated. updated 07/01/10.*jb

Reported in: IRVINE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

car: 2006 toyota corolla s. problem: unexpected reduced braking power. occurrence: 1 to 2 times every 6 months. description: brakes only apply about 50 to 70 % normal stopping power. low braking power until brake pedal has been depressed several times. near rear-end collision occurred about 3 miles from home at about 7:10 am on 3/3/10.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) on the morning of 09/25/2009, i was getting ready to depress the brake pad in an attempt to park in the parking lot when my 2006 toyota corolla suddenly and unintended accelerated into a concrete pillar infront of the parking lot of the walgreens store at the intersection of wright and warwick streets in alma, michigan. alma police department report number: [xxx]

Reported in: MOUNT PLEASANT MI || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i drove my 2006 toyota corolla and the brake not working when i tried to make a turn on a snowy and icy road and almost hit by incoming cars. we found out the brakes may have issues esp in the winter after we bought it brand new in 2006. it is sad to see all the recalls are for newer models, but i would believe similar issues do exist in the earlier models since they follow the similar if not same design in brakes. one big reason they don't push for those older cars will be the cost, but how about the cost of lives? we will need help to fix the issue.

Reported in: COPLEY OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E76Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

march 4, 2010 2006 toyota corolla le. over the last few months, i am noticing sudden acceleration of my vehicle even when i am braking the vehicle and trying to stop it. before all these recall issues started, i thought it was just me or the road may have some downgrades. but now after seeing that thousands of other drivers are having this issue, i now feel my observation with my vehicle speeding suddenly is not an illusion. toyota has not included 2006 toyota corollas in their recall list. but i strongly feel that they should also be in the list as there may be several thousands of drivers like me, feeling this sudden acceleration and not reporting it because of the prolonged process. please have toyota take a look at 2006 corollas as well in their recall list.

Reported in: MACEDONIA OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

my 2006 toyota corolla began stalling on the highway last night and ultimately left me stranded on the side of the road. after sitting for several minutes and trying to restart, the temperature gauge would sometimes respond and other times would not move when the key was turned to start the engine. when the gauge doesn't move the car will not start. when the gauge does move the car sometimes starts but will only go a few feet before stalling again. the check engine light is on permanently. there is no sign of over heating or of an oil level problem. the car is currently at a garage awaiting analysis.

Reported in: NEWTOWN CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while the contact started the ignition the engine began to idle and the rpms increased. when the shifter was in the "drive" position the accelerator pedal stuck without warning. the accelerator pedal released immediately once pressure was applied. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. the technician was unable to locate the failure. the vehicle has been taken to an authorized dealer on forty separate occasions for different component defects. the failure mileage was 37,000. the current mileage was 47,000. updated 07/28/10. *lj

Reported in: TEXAS CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my mother was driving a 2006 toyota corolla and was pulling into her parking place at her apartment (estimated moving only several mph). when she took her foot off of the accelerator to brake, the car suddenly lurched forward accelerating very fast, jumped the curb, and crashed through the building wall and into a neighbor¿s apartment. the car struck the tenant inside, causing extensive injuries. the police surmised her foot hit the accelerator, but she kept repeating ¿the car suddenly jumped forward on its own¿. lacking evidence to the contrary, we had no way to question the police¿s report; however, in my mother¿s recounting the experience, it didn't seem to make any sense. then, as we have seen others recently recounting similar experiences and watching videos acceleration problems with toyota vehicles, we realized that this seemed to be exactly what our mother experienced. furthermore, both my sister and my niece both recently drove my mother¿s car on the expressway and both experienced sudden rapid acceleration while driving with the cruise control engaged. the problem they experienced was so unsettling, that they warned my mother to keep the cruise control turned off. these experiences combined with reports that problems with earlier models of toyota vehicles than the 2009-2010 recalled models led us to believe that our mother¿s accident was caused by this sudden acceleration problem that has been uncovered with toyota vehicles.

Reported in: TOLEDO OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR30E56C

POWER TRAIN

check engine light came on and car died while driving. ecu not communicating with techstream. ecu replaced.

Reported in: SANTA ANA CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ecm (engine control module) is defective. car loses power and sometimes dies while driving, also the transmission shifts very hard going into each gear. a search on the internet finds that this is a common issue with many toyota models for 2006-2007. dealer has offered a warranty fix for cars still under factory warranty only. this is a serious and potentially deadly issue and is due to a defective part , not normal wear and tear. this issue should have resulted in a recall a long time ago! its time that our government watchdogs start protecting the consumer, not the corporations.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

ecm (engine control module) is defective. car loses power and sometimes dies while driving, also the transmission shifts very hard going into each gear. a search on the internet finds that this is a common issue with many toyota models for 2006-2007. dealer has offered a warranty fix for cars still under factory warranty only. this is a serious and potentially deadly issue and is due to a defective part , not normal wear and tear. this issue should have resulted in a recall a long time ago! its time that our government watchdogs start protecting the consumer, not the corporations.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

driving on i-20 west in good weather and good road conditions, i suddenly lost control of the steering wheel and could not slow the car down, resulting in the car driving off the road and flipping over several times. the car was totaled by the insurance company.

Reported in: LILBURN GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

my 2006 toyota corolla has had several episodes of unintended acceleration while going down steep mountains such as the grapevine pass near la and highway 101 between la and santa barbara. while going downhill, my 21 year old daughter tried to step on the brakes to slow down the car, but it suddenly accelerated to 90 miles an hour and she had some very very scary moments... we have taken the car to 2 different toyota dealerships on several occasions and called toyota's customer service number and service supervisors but our complaints were ignored on grounds that the 2006 corolla was"not on the recall list" or that they could not "replicate the problem". since the problem only happens on steep, downhill roads when my daughter steps on the brakes to slow down the car, it naturally cannot be replicated on the flat surfaces of sacramento or ontario, ca. after giving toyota such specific information, one would hope that they would try to explore it, fix it or replace the car given the high degree of danger and the high incidence of deadly crashes in recent years. we are very frustrated with their failure to fix the problem or refund us the blue book value so that we could purchase a safer car for our child. the problem reoccur every time my daughter drives this rout to come home from college on vacations. she has adapted by driving only 55 miles per hour on the grapevine pass on the slowest lane. however, now that we are cognizant of the problem and hear about so many other people with similar complaints, we are simply terrified and want to buy her a new and a safer car. we feel totally frustrated by toyota's failure to address the problem and by their tendency to brush it off despite the many fatalities. please continue to put governmental pressures on toyota and insist that they fix the problem rather than hide from it and abdicate their responsibility to their clients and other innocent drivers. please help us and please call or email us.

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

one saturday afternoon, my 2006 corolla with only 32k mileage on it just stopped in the middle of the freeway (i-880 south bound) in oakland, ca just after the oak exit. to make things worse, the area where it stopped has no shoulder. the chp pushed the car to the nearby off ramp and i had it towed to the toyota dealership in hayward. the service attendant told me my car had a computer problem which happened in 2005 and 2006 models of corolla. they did some fixes on it. when i was picking it up, settled their exorbitant fees and wait on the side for the car, it took me over 20 minutes to wait. it turned out the car broke again with the same problem and told me to wait another 15 minutes so they can fix something in the computer of the car. my concern is, if they knew there were some issues with their 2005 or 2006 corollas, they should have notified the customers to prevent dangerous things to happen. and why would the car with only 32k miles on it suddenly stops in the middle of the freeway? it would be a different story if the mileage is over 100k.

Reported in: SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2006 toyota corolla completely shut off as i was driving on a dark country road. i was in the middle making a left hand turn. the only thing that was working was the battery. i was unable to start the car. i had to get my car towed to the dealer. i purchased my car in august of 2006 and the computer completely failed on january 09, 2008. the car only had 20,434 miles on it at the time of the computer failure. the dealer replaced the defective computer.

Reported in: STATESVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled without warning. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the ecm computer chip was replaced. the failure mileage was 67,000. updated 05/05/10. *lj updated 05/06/10.*jb

Reported in: GLENOLDEN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E760

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ltr fm (va) re sudden unintended acceleration fm owner of a 2006 toyota corolla. *tgw the consumer stated as she was waiting for traffic to clear with her foot on the brake, the engine surged severely. the consumer pressed hard on the brake and was able to place the gear into neutral and brought the vehicle under control. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but they were unable to duplicate the problem. the consumer stated she has experienced two minor surge issues since the first incident. updated 02/15/11

Reported in: MECHANICSVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact attempted to yield for a vehicle ahead of him while depressing the brake pedal from speeds of 10 mph. the vehicle abnormally accelerated and crashed into the preceding vehicle. the vehicle did this repeatedly until coming to a stop without driver interference. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that they would send an investigator to further evaluate the failure. the insurance company refused any repairs to the vehicle until they were contacted by the manufacturer with a determination of the cause of failure. the failure and current mileages were 80,640.

Reported in: KINGSTON MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2006 toyota corolla shuts off and also sometimes rpm drops really low. it happened more than once. i finally took it to toyota on 11/30/09 and they replaced throttle body assembly. old part is not available. car does not shut off anymore but rpm still drops really low to the point that it almost shuts off. is toyota going to address this problem?

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. when the contact was at a stop light, the vehicle suddenly shut off and after two attempts she was able to restart it. when she drove the vehicle to the mechanic, it shut off four times and the check engine light would appear on the instrument panel. the dealer replaced the ecm and mass air filter censor at the owners expense. the failure mileage was 59900 and the current mileage was 60000.

Reported in: OWINGS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

car engine suddenly stalls or looses power when driving , could have been a very serious accident. transmission shifts very hard.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

car engine suddenly stalls or looses power when driving , could have been a very serious accident. transmission shifts very hard.

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

toyota corolla's engine shut off and would not restart replaced electronic control module.

Reported in: PORTLAND TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E06Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

there was no warning. drive car 400 miles per week. one day i drove car to commuter parking lot with no problem, that evening it started fine then stalled when i put it in gear. took a while to start the 2nd time and stalled again. this happened 4 times then i had it towed to dealer. dealer said the engine computer needed to be replaced with no real explanation. i even asked to speak to the mechanic who could not provide an explanation other than it happens. computer was replaced and the car runs fine. they said it was only warrantied for 1 year. as i was away from home i had to rent a car for 2 days while they made the repairs.

Reported in: OAKLAND MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

STEERING

the next day i drove the 2006 toyota corolla down the street and the steering wheel shook extremely badly. i took the car back to precision toyota and asked them if it was out of alignment. the mechanics explained the toyota corolla vehicles cannot be aligned and to go on my merry way. i then continued driving the toyota corolla and made several visits to brake masters and goodyear tire in phoenix az trying to figure out why the steering wheel shook so badly. brake masters and goodyear tire failed to diagnose the problem with the vehicle. once the vehicle accrued 10,000 miles the tires were bald! i took the vehicle back to precision toyota and i got the run around. the service manager told me that this is what happens when a person never rotates their tires. the tires were rotated at least 4 times during this time period at goodyear tires located in phoenix az. i then replaced all 4 tires with a new set. during this time period the steering wheel continued to shake. i then replaced all 4 tires on the vehicle once again. i then went back to precision toyota for help. the service manager at precision toyota told me to never return to the dealership or he would call the police and have me escorted off the lot. i drove away from the dealership very calmly. i remember this day very clearly. i then went home and filed a formal complaint with the better business bureau in tucson az against precision toyota for failing to fix my vehicle. precision toyota responded to the better business bureau that i had tried to run over a sales associate in the dealership¿s parking lot and that is why they refuse to fix my car. the 2006 toyota corolla was extremely hard to drive and keep on the highway with the extreme steering problem. on september 30, 2007 i took the 2006 toyota corolla to right toyota located at: 7701 e frank lloyd wright blvd scot.

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

the next day i drove the 2006 toyota corolla down the street and the steering wheel shook extremely badly. i took the car back to precision toyota and asked them if it was out of alignment. the mechanics explained the toyota corolla vehicles cannot be aligned and to go on my merry way. i then continued driving the toyota corolla and made several visits to brake masters and goodyear tire in phoenix az trying to figure out why the steering wheel shook so badly. brake masters and goodyear tire failed to diagnose the problem with the vehicle. once the vehicle accrued 10,000 miles the tires were bald! i took the vehicle back to precision toyota and i got the run around. the service manager told me that this is what happens when a person never rotates their tires. the tires were rotated at least 4 times during this time period at goodyear tires located in phoenix az. i then replaced all 4 tires with a new set. during this time period the steering wheel continued to shake. i then replaced all 4 tires on the vehicle once again. i then went back to precision toyota for help. the service manager at precision toyota told me to never return to the dealership or he would call the police and have me escorted off the lot. i drove away from the dealership very calmly. i remember this day very clearly. i then went home and filed a formal complaint with the better business bureau in tucson az against precision toyota for failing to fix my vehicle. precision toyota responded to the better business bureau that i had tried to run over a sales associate in the dealership¿s parking lot and that is why they refuse to fix my car. the 2006 toyota corolla was extremely hard to drive and keep on the highway with the extreme steering problem. on september 30, 2007 i took the 2006 toyota corolla to right toyota located at: 7701 e frank lloyd wright blvd scot.

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving at approximately 35mph the vehicle suddenly shut off. he pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road. after repeated attempts to start the vehicle it finally started, but it idled abnormally and the check engine light illuminated.he contacted the dealer a couple days later and they told him to bring the vehicle in. the contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer. the dealer replaced the engine control module. the failure mileage was 29,376 and the current mileage was 30,376.

Reported in: SOUTHGATE MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i recently encountered a power loss while i was driving my 2006 toyota corolla, the opposite of the acceleration problem that is in the news. after stopping to fill up the car with gasoline, i could only get the car to go about 5 to 10 miles an hour when i used the acceleration pedal. despite using the hazard lights, i was concerned that someone was going to ram into the car as i limped into a garage to have the car looked at. the vehicle had to be towed to the nearest toyota dealer who uncovered (after a computerized system check) an internal ecu failure...some sort of computer circuit failure. the only advanced warning about a computer failure that i can recall receiving occurred earlier in the morning when i noticed the dashboard lights weren't working right. the ecu was replaced by the dealer. i do not have the old part.

Reported in: BERNARDSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

POWER TRAIN

i recently encountered a power loss while i was driving my 2006 toyota corolla, the opposite of the acceleration problem that is in the news. after stopping to fill up the car with gasoline, i could only get the car to go about 5 to 10 miles an hour when i used the acceleration pedal. despite using the hazard lights, i was concerned that someone was going to ram into the car as i limped into a garage to have the car looked at. the vehicle had to be towed to the nearest toyota dealer who uncovered (after a computerized system check) an internal ecu failure...some sort of computer circuit failure. the only advanced warning about a computer failure that i can recall receiving occurred earlier in the morning when i noticed the dashboard lights weren't working right. the ecu was replaced by the dealer. i do not have the old part.

Reported in: BERNARDSVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my engine light came on indicating p2716-trans shift solenoid error-refer to tsb for ecm replacement. my mechanic explained to me that this was covered under warranty for the 2005 model year but i was told by the toyota dealer that the mfg date of my car was 12/2005.

Reported in: MARS HILL NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2006 toyota corolla. the consumer stated the vehicle suddenly accelerated 50 yards through the intersection, over a curb, over a wooden planter and finally plowing into a concrete pillar. *bf

Reported in: SAN FRANCISCO CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i have a 2006 toyota corolla. i was driving down the road 50 mph when my car when my car just stopped without any warning. i had it towed to the dealership in el cajon, ca. they replaced the computer module on my car. my car now shifts odd at different times a hard jerking and then it shifts normally again. also as soon as my cars computer module was replaced the car alarm beeps at 1:16 am every morning. i am really frustrated because my car is not the same. i took my car into the dealership, they said the alarm was too sensitive, and they adjusted it. i am concerned that these problems are effecting my transmission. i only have 58,000 miles on this car, i do not know what to do about my car. i am concerned that my car will go out again and me and my passengers will be injured. please help me, i do not feel safe driving my car. cynthia reid 619 749-2939

Reported in: LAKESIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla le. the contact was driving approximately 10 mph in a parking lot. unexpectedly, the vehicle accelerated and crashed into five parked vehicles. there were no personal injuries. a police report was filed for the incident. the vehicle was towed to an auto body shop and sustained severe damages. the air bags deployed at the time of the impact. the failure mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: MAINEVILLE OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

faulty pressure control solenoid or electronic control module for the transmission on a 2006 corolla toyota starting with a 17337 miles. dashboard indicate engine logo with "check" light.

Reported in: PERRYSBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving at approximately 30 mph through an intersection when another vehicle crashed into the driver side of the vehicle. the air bags did not deploy and two people were injured. a police report was filed. the body shop technician stated that the air bags should have deployed based on the speed at which the impact occurred. the manufacturer requested pictures to determine why the air bags failed to deploy and the insurance company was investigating the failure as well. the current and failure mileages were approximately 64,000.

Reported in: HIGHLAND IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E06Z

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

air conditioning condensor broke. car has less than 48,000 miles on it.

Reported in: ATLANTS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 corolla 4dr sedan has a faulty electronic control unit (computer) that causes complete engine shutdown. diagnostic code p2716 for this model year gets 40,000 hits on google and yet there is no recall on this defective part. dealer replacement with updated ecu part cost me $830 on this 3-year old car (we're at 83k miles so out of warranty). *cn

Reported in: ST. LOUIS PARK MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

toyota corolla 2006 had transmission replaced at 55000km was grinding gear wile i was up shifting an also down shifting all other gears were fine now the rebuild transmission that toyota put in the car is now at 65000km and i am having the same problem

Reported in: CALGARY 00 || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while braking to turn into a parking lot, both the accelerator and brake pedal was depressed simultaneously. the failure would occur because of his foot, a size ten, was fairly large. when the failure occurred, there was an unusual increase in engine rpms and once the vehicle would accelerate, the brakes were unable to stop the vehicle. the contact was concerned that there was not enough space between the accelerator and brake pedals. the failure and current mileages were 40,000. updated 05/13/10. *lj

Reported in: FORT ATKINSON WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i was driving my mom's 2006 toyota corolla ce tonight. i was stopped at a red light waiting to turn left. the light turned green, i pressed the gas pedal and the car stalled and it would barely move at all and the check engine light came on. i was thankfully able to get off to the shoulder of the road without being in an accident. after i got to the shoulder off the road the car sounded like it was about to quit running and just die out. i turned the car off and restarted it. the check engine light was still on and i was terrified about having to drivethe car home, about 2 miles from my destination at that time, but i tried it and when i pushed the gas pedal, after i restarted the car, it done okay and did not stall. however, the check engine light never went out even after restarting the care. this is a big safetly risk and needs to be fixed by toyota. someone could have hit me in the back end and it is definitely a safety hazard and needs to be resolved! i was very upset when this happened not sure what i was going to do. please investigate this issue. i no longer feel safe driving any toyota product. again, i was driving my mom's 2006 toyota corolla ce. i am the owner of a 2007 scion tc and i am thinking about trading it off because i no longer feel safe driving anything made by toyota. before today, i wasn't really worried about driving my mom's car since none of the incidents where the vehicle speeds up and you can't stop it affected her model but after this incident today, i will not be driving her car at all. i feel like my life is at danger when in a toyota. please help protect my safety and families around america. toyota needs to make a recall regarding this because it is a safety risk!!!! despite what toyota says. they haven't been in the situation themselves. it is absolutely no fun. if they can't fix the problems, they need to just shut down. people's lives are at risk.

Reported in: NASHVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i was driving my mom's 2006 toyota corolla ce tonight. i was stopped at a red light waiting to turn left. the light turned green, i pressed the gas pedal and the car stalled and it would barely move at all and the check engine light came on. i was thankfully able to get off to the shoulder of the road without being in an accident. after i got to the shoulder off the road the car sounded like it was about to quit running and just die out. i turned the car off and restarted it. the check engine light was still on and i was terrified about having to drivethe car home, about 2 miles from my destination at that time, but i tried it and when i pushed the gas pedal, after i restarted the car, it done okay and did not stall. however, the check engine light never went out even after restarting the care. this is a big safetly risk and needs to be fixed by toyota. someone could have hit me in the back end and it is definitely a safety hazard and needs to be resolved! i was very upset when this happened not sure what i was going to do. please investigate this issue. i no longer feel safe driving any toyota product. again, i was driving my mom's 2006 toyota corolla ce. i am the owner of a 2007 scion tc and i am thinking about trading it off because i no longer feel safe driving anything made by toyota. before today, i wasn't really worried about driving my mom's car since none of the incidents where the vehicle speeds up and you can't stop it affected her model but after this incident today, i will not be driving her car at all. i feel like my life is at danger when in a toyota. please help protect my safety and families around america. toyota needs to make a recall regarding this because it is a safety risk!!!! despite what toyota says. they haven't been in the situation themselves. it is absolutely no fun. if they can't fix the problems, they need to just shut down. people's lives are at risk.

Reported in: NASHVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while the contact was driving approximately 30 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was coasted to the side of the road, and towed to an authorized dealer. the failure was contributed to the engine software. the vehicle was repaired under the service warranty. the failure and current mileage were 26,000.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

failure of powertrain control module, obdii code p2716. vehicle stops all forward progress. toyota has issued tsb on issue. appears rampant by internet search. just occurred to me.

Reported in: PLYMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

POWER TRAIN

failure of powertrain control module, obdii code p2716. vehicle stops all forward progress. toyota has issued tsb on issue. appears rampant by internet search. just occurred to me.

Reported in: PLYMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla stalling and/or stopping unexpectedly. check engine light comes on. car sometime operates at about 20% power.

Reported in: HUGHESVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i'm writing because there is an injustice in the way that toyota is handling yet another issue. my husband was driving his 2006 toyota corolla on 4/21/10 when it stalled while he was driving. he lost all power, so he could not even turn on his hazards. luckily, thankfully, he was not hurt and did not hurt anyone else. here is a link to an article on toyota nation with 4 pages of blogs written by people with the same issue: http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/showthread.php?t=201631 had my 5 year old son been in the car with him and they were driving on the freeway, things could be much much different, and i'm lucky. i just wish someone would talk about this. this problem is associated with a bad ecm (electronic control module) and affects 2005-2007 corollas and matrixes. unfortunately, there was a technical service bulletin in reference to 2005-2007 toyota corolla & matrix ecms. tsb eg042-07 (september 20th 2007) but car owners were never informed of the issue.

Reported in: WEYMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

unintended acceleration. slowed to a near stop at a red arrow. the car started to creep into the intersection, pushed harder on the brakes and it did not stop the car. the engine rpms increased. shifted into n, went to r for a second then back to n. rpms decreased and then the car appeared ok. look at the floor mat and it did not appear to be out of place. first time was today. no repairs yet.

Reported in: MARLBOROUGH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

unintended acceleration. slowed to a near stop at a red arrow. the car started to creep into the intersection, pushed harder on the brakes and it did not stop the car. the engine rpms increased. shifted into n, went to r for a second then back to n. rpms decreased and then the car appeared ok. look at the floor mat and it did not appear to be out of place. first time was today. no repairs yet.

Reported in: MARLBOROUGH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

driving @ 60mph when the engine and all electrical components completely shut off. i had no power steering and due to no power assist brakes the car was more difficult to stop. it is extremely dangerous to be driving along and have that happen. i was fortunate to be on a country road with no other traffic. had i been on a busy interstate at 70mph it could have been very problematic. toyota has said that the ecm needs replaced and that the engine cut off on them as well when they tried it. it did restart the following day but i was too afraid to drive it again and had it towed to the dealer!

Reported in: WHEATFIELD IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

driving @ 60mph when the engine and all electrical components completely shut off. i had no power steering and due to no power assist brakes the car was more difficult to stop. it is extremely dangerous to be driving along and have that happen. i was fortunate to be on a country road with no other traffic. had i been on a busy interstate at 70mph it could have been very problematic. toyota has said that the ecm needs replaced and that the engine cut off on them as well when they tried it. it did restart the following day but i was too afraid to drive it again and had it towed to the dealer!

Reported in: WHEATFIELD IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

4/18/10 car felt like it was going to stall while we were driving 4/24/10 engine stalled right after it was turned on & then half a block away at intersection. both times car re-started 4/27/10 engine stalled when i came to stop at a stop sign at major intersection. was able to re-start right away 5/1/10 engine stalled 3 times within a one mile distance. the 3rd time was while driving down a major road & needed to coast to shoulder. had to wait before engine would re-start. at first we thought i had bought bad gas or the gas cap wasn't on tight. i bought good gas & then after yesterday realized something major was wrong. i was checking on line this morning & found other toyota corollas that had the same problem with stalling out...the emc?? drove the car to the dealer this afternoon, sunday, & will be there first thing tomorrow morning to talk with service dept.

Reported in: HOLLIS ME || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 corolla stalled, did not restart easily and "check engine" light came on.

Reported in: PLAINSBORO NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 15 to 20 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to lunge forward as if the contact was applying the brakes. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the computer was defective and it was replaced. when the failure recurred, the vehicle stalled. when the vehicle was taken to the dealer they stated that the computer needed to be replaced again at the contact¿s expense. the failure mileage was approximately 71,000. the current mileage was approximately 85,000.

Reported in: BELLTOWN CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E76Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

on april 23,2010, our 2006 toyota corolla shut itself off without warning while we were driving. we only had a few seconds to pull off the road before it coasted to a stop. the car was doing fine before this incident, and we had no idea anything was wrong. on april 27, the engine computer was replaced at a toyota dealer. the parts salesman and the service receptionist told me that the computers chronically fail in these cars and they keep all possible types in stock to replace them.

Reported in: RUFFS DALE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while driving my 2006 corolla on vacation the motor stalled and the check engine light came on. luckily we were in a parking lot and after a minute or two the engine restarted but just went a few yards and stalled again. after checking the fluids (all ok) i waited about 10 minutes and once again started the engine, this time i was able to drive about one block before it stalled again in traffic and i had to push it off the side of the road. i called a towtruck and had it taken to a nearby toyota dealer in simi valley, ca. after leaving it there overnight, they called and said it needed a new ecm (engine control module). that was replaced as well as some routine service work. they did not charge for the ecm as they were familiar with that problem. i consider this a safety issue as it results in almost complete loss of brakes and steering.

Reported in: COUPEVILLE WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E66Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while moving in reverse, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the contact was able to stop the vehicle and shift into park. when the contact put the vehicle back into the drive position, the vehicle accelerated again. the contact spoke with the dealer who stated that the computer malfunctioned. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current and failure mileages were approximately 87,000.

Reported in: EAST SANDWICH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

STEERING

i have a 2006 and a 2010 toyota corolla. both of them have similar handling issues, specifically a tendency to unpredictably dart to the right or the left. in other words, it is very difficult to keep the vehicle driving in a straight line (yes, even on straight roads!). i have had the alignment checked on both cars, and replaced tires. neither of these actions has had a positive impact on the handling. this is especially dangerous on wet, snowy or slick roads. back in october, 2009, a toyota technician checked out my 2010 corolla, and told me that this was a handling characteristic of corollas. he said that toyota wanted to make the car handle quicker, so they set the camber (or caster--i forget which) at the factory so that it handles quicker in turns but it also is not as stable when driving straight. according to the technician, it can't be adjusted. i'm going to get rid of the 2006 corolla shortly because i think it's a death trap and i don't want my family in it. in slick roads it has gotten out of control twice. lest you think i'm nuts, i've driven front wheel cars since 1975 and have never had this kind of an issue until i got these cars. so don't tell me it's because they're light cars--that's baloney! i've had other light cars that didn't act like these do.

Reported in: BERRIEN SPRINGS MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving at 40 mph, the engine stalled and turned off completely. after sitting in the idle position for 40 minutes, the vehicle finally restarted. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership but the failure could not be duplicated. the current and failure mileages were approximately 26,000. updated 11/03/10. *lj updated 11/19/10. *lj the dealer stated the cause of the engine failure was due to a bad battery. updated 11/24/10

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32EX60

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving at 40 mph, the engine stalled and turned off completely. after sitting in the idle position for 40 minutes, the vehicle finally restarted. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership but the failure could not be duplicated. the current and failure mileages were approximately 26,000. updated 11/03/10. *lj updated 11/19/10. *lj the dealer stated the cause of the engine failure was due to a bad battery. updated 11/24/10

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32EX60

INTERIOR LIGHTING

i presently own a 2006 toyota corolla and a 2008 subaru outback . i noticed that on both vehicles when i start the engines the dash light come on which is fine but if one gets out and walks around the vehicle one sees the front driving lights are on but there are no lights on the rear of the vehicle. i mention this because i live in north of seattle and the weather is inclement many days of the year. i have noticed that when i am driving on i-5 and it is raining , many times i cannot see the vehicle ahead of mine do to the rain mist and mostly because of the fact that there are no lights on the rear of their vehicle. is a newer vehicle in front of mine . as i pass them i can see that the front running light are on but no lights are on in the rear of the vehicle. this is a very serious safety hazard which needs to be corrected as soon as possible . it could be corrected through recalls but should be changed at the factory during the design process. i have talked this over with many of my friends and they all agree that i am right in my assessment. most of the driver that i report this to do are not aware of the fact that their tail lights are not on when the vehicle is started. the tail lights only come on when they are manually turned on with the dash switch on the stalk. i am not sure of when this design flaw was created or with what year vehicle but i would suspect that it is occurring on 90% of the newer vehicle on the road. some lives could certainly be saved by having the tail light come on when the vehicle is started just as the driving lights are activated when vehicle is started. could also be remedied by not having the driving lights or the dash lights come on until they are manually activated by the driver. thank you.

Reported in: STANWOOD WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

i presently own a 2006 toyota corolla and a 2008 subaru outback . i noticed that on both vehicles when i start the engines the dash light come on which is fine but if one gets out and walks around the vehicle one sees the front driving lights are on but there are no lights on the rear of the vehicle. i mention this because i live in north of seattle and the weather is inclement many days of the year. i have noticed that when i am driving on i-5 and it is raining , many times i cannot see the vehicle ahead of mine do to the rain mist and mostly because of the fact that there are no lights on the rear of their vehicle. is a newer vehicle in front of mine . as i pass them i can see that the front running light are on but no lights are on in the rear of the vehicle. this is a very serious safety hazard which needs to be corrected as soon as possible . it could be corrected through recalls but should be changed at the factory during the design process. i have talked this over with many of my friends and they all agree that i am right in my assessment. most of the driver that i report this to do are not aware of the fact that their tail lights are not on when the vehicle is started. the tail lights only come on when they are manually turned on with the dash switch on the stalk. i am not sure of when this design flaw was created or with what year vehicle but i would suspect that it is occurring on 90% of the newer vehicle on the road. some lives could certainly be saved by having the tail light come on when the vehicle is started just as the driving lights are activated when vehicle is started. could also be remedied by not having the driving lights or the dash lights come on until they are manually activated by the driver. thank you.

Reported in: STANWOOD WA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact applied the brakes, the vehicle abnormally accelerated and crashed into a vehicle in front of him. the front drivers side of the vehicle was moderately damaged. the other vehicle involved in the crash was not damaged. there were no injuries. a police report was not filed. the dealer was unable to identify any failures. the vehicle was taken to the dealer four times where the contact was informed that the throttle body caused the failure to occur and needed to be repaired. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage is 36,000. updated 10/21/10

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

our 2006 toyota corolla experienced a complete engine shut-down on a freeway. the engine simply shut off, which cut off the power steering. we were able to bring the car safely to the side of the road, but the vehicle would not re-start. this engine stall could have resulted in a very serious crash because the car quickly lost speed in fast-moving traffic, and the steering became hard to turn. this incident happened in 2007, but we now understand that this was a common problem with the 2006 toyota corolla and we want to register a complaint. further, the dealership required seven attempts to fix the problem. the "check engine" light came on frequently after the first failure and the dealer did not know how to fix the problem. further, when we tried to file a "lemon law" complaint, toyota said that each of the seven "check engine" events was a different problem and therefore the car was not bought back by the manufacturer.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E860

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

with no warning, car stalled in middle of road, restarted moments later with no power, not revving over 2000 rpms. 15- 20 min later will run for short time, 3- 10 miles, but then stalls again. the engine gives no warning it's about to stall. leading up to this series of events was no warning at all. scanned obdii code p0607 came up.

Reported in: NORWICH CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32EX6C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

squeak from engine in 3/4/08 with 15,800 miles. i can only hear out of one ear so this squeak was only evident when i was next to a building (drive thru at bank). not screaming like fan belts tend to do. toyota said "belt glazed over causing belt to slip at pulleys, replaced belt, noise no longer present at this time." now at 33,359 the ecm had to be fixed and they said "the drive belt tensioner and drive belt need to be replaced costing over $400." the same belt that was replace a little over 15,000 miles before. i did not have them do the work but it will have to be fixed because if the belt breaks then the car is dead, much like the ecm problem (which was a large pain in the...). there will be an incident if i don't get it fixed. and again i cannot hear a squeak unless a really listen or again i pull up to a building.

Reported in: BENTON AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i have a 2006 toyota corolla s. it has approx. 115,000 miles. the engine stalled while my husband was driving on the freeway going 70miles/hr. he pulled over waited a few minutes and the car started up again. the car continues to stall when the rpms go over 1000. the problem diagnosed was the engine control unit. still waiting for car to be repaired.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2006 toyota corolla at 64,985 mile check engine sign came up and at the same time car started giving big jerk at speed of 15mile then 30mile and then around 45mile when your increase speed and reduce speed.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E46C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

abs system on 2006 toyota corolla triggers too easily and when it does activate provides little or no braking force. problem can be reproduced on cobblestone or broken pavement as well as on snow covered surfaces. other cars with abs driven over same surface do not trigger abs. i've driven many cars with abs and behavior of this car does match any of those. two problems here 1- abs triggering too easily and 2- no braking force when it does. only remedy is to pump brakes in this scenario to reset brakes and get some braking back. coworker has ;08 corolla with same problem. dealer told them, maybe he drove through a puddle. really? aren't cars to be driven in the rain anymore? internet is littered with similar reports. need some focus by nhtsa and toyota on this problem. no braking power is a serious safety problem.

Reported in: POTTSTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E56C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving my 2006 toyota corolla s (sport) at around 60 mph, the engine lost power without warning and began rapidly decreasing traveling speed to 10-15 miles mph. then, the check engine light came on. i attempted to apply gas to correct the problem, but the car continued declining in speed. after pulling over to the side of the road, i turned the car off, and then restarted the vehicle. the car started and began operation as if nothing had occurred. i had the car checked at an auto parts store, and was instructed to take it to the nearest dealership. i researched the issue online and found a preponderance of complaints with the exact experience to mine from owners of (2005-2007). outraged owners expressed that it was common knowledge among dealers that there was engine computer issue, and a subsequent technical service bulletin was issued without notifying owners of this matter. i relayed this information to the toyota of easley dealership. the service manager gave me a lot of pushback on the matter, said i was 4,000 miles over their free replacement period (8 yrs/80,000 miles). i responded that the mileage wasn't the cause it is commonly known to be defective. finally, after speaking my call to the toyota helpline and his district manager, the parts manager agreed to cut the fee 50% from $724 to $352. at this point, they charged me $85 just to look at the car so i had no other recourse but to pay to have them fix this since the car was beginning to lose engine power in this manner every 10 to 15 miles. upon leaving toyota of easley and returning to my apartment, i called a few other dealerships that i had patronized previously. the response that i received from another dealership was bring the car in immediately. this is a common problem with the 2006 corollas, and even if we can't do this for you for free, toyota should be able to refund you for this matter because its so commonplace.

Reported in: SENECA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

POWER TRAIN

while driving my 2006 toyota corolla s (sport) at around 60 mph, the engine lost power without warning and began rapidly decreasing traveling speed to 10-15 miles mph. then, the check engine light came on. i attempted to apply gas to correct the problem, but the car continued declining in speed. after pulling over to the side of the road, i turned the car off, and then restarted the vehicle. the car started and began operation as if nothing had occurred. i had the car checked at an auto parts store, and was instructed to take it to the nearest dealership. i researched the issue online and found a preponderance of complaints with the exact experience to mine from owners of (2005-2007). outraged owners expressed that it was common knowledge among dealers that there was engine computer issue, and a subsequent technical service bulletin was issued without notifying owners of this matter. i relayed this information to the toyota of easley dealership. the service manager gave me a lot of pushback on the matter, said i was 4,000 miles over their free replacement period (8 yrs/80,000 miles). i responded that the mileage wasn't the cause it is commonly known to be defective. finally, after speaking my call to the toyota helpline and his district manager, the parts manager agreed to cut the fee 50% from $724 to $352. at this point, they charged me $85 just to look at the car so i had no other recourse but to pay to have them fix this since the car was beginning to lose engine power in this manner every 10 to 15 miles. upon leaving toyota of easley and returning to my apartment, i called a few other dealerships that i had patronized previously. the response that i received from another dealership was bring the car in immediately. this is a common problem with the 2006 corollas, and even if we can't do this for you for free, toyota should be able to refund you for this matter because its so commonplace.

Reported in: SENECA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

my toyota corolla is 4 yrs old with only 18,000 miles and i am having the strap on the fuel tank replaced because it has rusted out. i was coming back from a trip this weekend when it started to drag and make noise. this is costing me 331.00 for new parts and repair. considering the age of my car and the mileage this does not seem right to me. are corollas having the same problem as the tundras with gas straps rusting out?

Reported in: WHITESBORO NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla equipped with goodyear all season tires. the contact stated while sitting idle with the brakes depressed, the vehicle abnormally accelerated resulting in a crash. there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not examined for the cause of failure. repairs were made to the body damage only. the failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer approximately three times where an unknown service was performed on the throttle. the failure did not recur since the throttle repair. in addition, the contact stated that the tires were wearing prematurely. the dealer confirmed that the tires exhibited premature wear. the tires were replaced and the failure did not recur. the contact also stated there was an unusual increase in braking distance and in order to stop the vehicle, he would have to apply steady, repeated pressure on the brakes before they would engage. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was 34,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla equipped with goodyear all season tires. the contact stated while sitting idle with the brakes depressed, the vehicle abnormally accelerated resulting in a crash. there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not examined for the cause of failure. repairs were made to the body damage only. the failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer approximately three times where an unknown service was performed on the throttle. the failure did not recur since the throttle repair. in addition, the contact stated that the tires were wearing prematurely. the dealer confirmed that the tires exhibited premature wear. the tires were replaced and the failure did not recur. the contact also stated there was an unusual increase in braking distance and in order to stop the vehicle, he would have to apply steady, repeated pressure on the brakes before they would engage. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was 34,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

TIRES

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla equipped with goodyear all season tires. the contact stated while sitting idle with the brakes depressed, the vehicle abnormally accelerated resulting in a crash. there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not examined for the cause of failure. repairs were made to the body damage only. the failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer approximately three times where an unknown service was performed on the throttle. the failure did not recur since the throttle repair. in addition, the contact stated that the tires were wearing prematurely. the dealer confirmed that the tires exhibited premature wear. the tires were replaced and the failure did not recur. the contact also stated there was an unusual increase in braking distance and in order to stop the vehicle, he would have to apply steady, repeated pressure on the brakes before they would engage. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was 34,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla equipped with goodyear all season tires. the contact stated while sitting idle with the brakes depressed, the vehicle abnormally accelerated resulting in a crash. there were no injuries. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but was not examined for the cause of failure. repairs were made to the body damage only. the failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer approximately three times where an unknown service was performed on the throttle. the failure did not recur since the throttle repair. in addition, the contact stated that the tires were wearing prematurely. the dealer confirmed that the tires exhibited premature wear. the tires were replaced and the failure did not recur. the contact also stated there was an unusual increase in braking distance and in order to stop the vehicle, he would have to apply steady, repeated pressure on the brakes before they would engage. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was 34,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states failed engine control module *tgw at 86,000 the transmission stopped shifting properly. when going uphill on a steep incline, the transmission would downshift as usual to climb the hill. however, after reaching the crest and starting downhill, the transmission would not shift again to the proper gear. the engine would race and finally a proper shift would occur. then at 86,870 miles, the transmission would not shift from 1st to 2nd gear and it would suddenly shift with a strong jerk. the warning light illuminated on the dash which stated to seek service. the technician ran a diagnostic test and found that the engine control module was defective and needed to be replaced. toyota informed the consumer they would not reimburse him because, the repair was not performed at a toyota dealership. *jb

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states failed engine control module *tgw at 86,000 the transmission stopped shifting properly. when going uphill on a steep incline, the transmission would downshift as usual to climb the hill. however, after reaching the crest and starting downhill, the transmission would not shift again to the proper gear. the engine would race and finally a proper shift would occur. then at 86,870 miles, the transmission would not shift from 1st to 2nd gear and it would suddenly shift with a strong jerk. the warning light illuminated on the dash which stated to seek service. the technician ran a diagnostic test and found that the engine control module was defective and needed to be replaced. toyota informed the consumer they would not reimburse him because, the repair was not performed at a toyota dealership. *jb

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on 24 june 2010 i drove 1331 miles back from virginia with no issues. the next evening, my permitted 15 year old son was driving my 2006 toyota corolla a mere half mile from our home when my car began to shutter and lose power. the accelerator was unresponsive and then the car shut down taking with it all lights. the check engine light illuminated. the car did restart but instantly died leaving us on the side of the road at night with no lights and unable to move. fortunately i was with him and we were not in traffic, as he is inexperienced and would not have reacted well if this had happened to him on the road unaccompanied in any type of traffic. we pushed the car home the ½ mile and parked it for the night. the next morning the car started, ran for one minute, bogged and died with the check engine light still illuminated. i applied a rented scan tool and came back with a p0607 trouble code with indicated a bad ecu. the car was towed to toyota and was repaired with the replacement of the ecu for $993.40. i am over the emission warranty of 80,000 miles per their tsb with 94,000, so this is out of my pocket. this is frustrating as the internet is littered with stories of this happening to others. i am glad that i made it home before this problem occurred and it appears that toyota has been lucky as well. this is extremely unsafe and occurs with no warning. i just hope someone doesn't have to die as a result of a well known bad batch of ecu¿s, before the problem is fixed by a recall.

Reported in: LEAVENWORTH KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla with 1zz-fe engine, less then 25,000 miles, has stalled at a stop sign/stop light when engine was warm. this has happened 3 times in the previous two months. the car has always re-started, but it is very unnerving, and i am worried about a more serious failure.

Reported in: SIERRA VISTA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla with 1zz-fe engine, less then 25,000 miles, has stalled at a stop sign/stop light when engine was warm. this has happened 3 times in the previous two months. the car has always re-started, but it is very unnerving, and i am worried about a more serious failure.

Reported in: SIERRA VISTA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

POWER TRAIN

2006 toyota corolla with 1zz-fe has recently stalled twice shortly after being started.

Reported in: FRASER MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E86C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i was driving my 2006 toyota corolla s on the freeway today, and suddenly, without warning, the engine shut down. i had no power steering or abs brakes, and no control of the car. after having it towed to the dealership, i found out that 2005-2009 toyota corollas have a huge issue with the engine control module, and that upwards of 5 cars a month come into the dealership with this same complaint. i find it ridiculous that every review i've read mentions that this car has this problem with the ecm, but that nothing has been done about it yet. on top of the reviews, there have been news reports about how toyota is aware of this problem, and says that this problem does not pose an unreasonable risk to safety.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i was driving my 2006 toyota corolla s on the freeway today, and suddenly, without warning, the engine shut down. i had no power steering or abs brakes, and no control of the car. after having it towed to the dealership, i found out that 2005-2009 toyota corollas have a huge issue with the engine control module, and that upwards of 5 cars a month come into the dealership with this same complaint. i find it ridiculous that every review i've read mentions that this car has this problem with the ecm, but that nothing has been done about it yet. on top of the reviews, there have been news reports about how toyota is aware of this problem, and says that this problem does not pose an unreasonable risk to safety.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

06 corolla stalled @ intersection w/ check eng lite on- would not restart-almost got rear-ended-had the computer scanned by a mechanic and told me computer is bad-car still won't start.

Reported in: KIRTLAND NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my check engine light infrequently would come on and off starting in june 2010, along with the car jerking during acceleration at speeds of 10, 25 and 35. 7/7/10 i took my corolla into a local dealership for diagnosis of the problem, code p2716. i was informed that my engine computer (ecm) needed to be replaced. for safety purposes i had the ecm replaced. the nhtsa has opened a defect investigation into the issue. the number is #pe09054.

Reported in: PLEASANT VIEW TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i had an engine light come on and the car would run rough and the a/c would not run. then the car would run okay and the a/c would be working. i took it to a toyota dealership and they said i need a new evap canister and new a/c compressor . this was put on and i brought the car home. the a/c worked too well..when the fan and heater were on the a/c kept right on running. i took it back and they replaced the control air, computer and still not working. then they put another new computer on it and not working. then they pulled the dash and checked the wiring..nothing. then they did rewiring work, then they did circuit work and the a/c still does not work. i waited for two weeks for them to tell me when an eng will come look at the car.they had the car 6 out of 7 weeks and i finally brought the car home and it is sitting in the yard..car is running but i still have no a/c and i am still waiting for a call from the dealership. no one has ever called to tell me anything at all about the car...i have had to call them . i looked in the computer to find that toyota had a problem with their 2006 corolla a/c but never recalled. but i can't get anyone at the dealership to tell me anything at all about this.

Reported in: CONWAY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E16C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2006 toyota corolla- for the third time in 3 weeks the computer ecm has failed- extremely dangerous if the car stalls in middle of a highway. toyota knows about it, has a tsb on it.

Reported in: NEW HOLLAND PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E56C

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle would not increase in speed with limited power. the dealer advised that the pedal position sensor was defective. the sensor was replaced. one week later while driving at 70 mph, the failure recurred and the vehicle independently decelerated to 35 mph. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where yet the failure could not be duplicated. the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. the dealer advised the electronic control unit (ecu) was defective and would need to be replaced. the contact stated the ecu was previously replaced less than a year prior to the failure. the ecu was replaced however while leaving the dealer, the check engine warning light illuminated and the failure recurred. the dealer then advised that the failure was caused by the after market security system in the vehicle. the contact had not experienced any failures with the security system since purchasing five years prior to the failure. the vehicle was not further repaired. the manufacturer would not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 58,000 and the current mileage was 58,022.

Reported in: COVENTRY RI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E86C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i was driving 60 mph on the highway in my 2006 toyota corolla (manual transmission, 40,331 on the odometer) when i lost all acceleration. the car's engine did not stop but the malfunction indicator lamp came on and simultaneously i lost the ability to accelerate. luckily i was able to maneuver across three lanes to the shoulder; when i finally tried to brake, i had no power and had to push the brakes to the floor; when i did this the car shuddered. the toyota dealer repaired this by replacing the ecu (electronic control unit/computer), code 0607 at no charge to me. the part is included in the 8year/80,000 mile federal emissions warranty. according to what i've read about this issue, gleaned from the nhtsa database, many others have experienced the same problem but toyota has not recalled this defective part. this is a serious safety concern and i urge toyota to reconsider its position.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 2006 toyota corolla that started exhibiting violent shaking while driving. shortly after then check engine light came on. i took it to my local autozone for a diagnostics scan and it returned code "p2716 - pressure control solenoid". i discovered that toyota currently has a tsb on this issue (tc015-07) but not an official recall. even though no accident occurred in this case, this is a serious safety issue as the shaking slowed the car down and could have caused an accident had it had been on the highway. other people have reported the car completely shutting of.

Reported in: LAWRENCEVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 55 mph the check engine light illuminated on the dashboard and the vehicle began to lunge forward while changing gears. the vehicle would also began to shake when shifting from park to drive or drive to park. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who replaced the ecu. the ecu was replaced twice for the identical failure. the failure and current mileages were 150,000.

Reported in: STORRS CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E36C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i have a 2006 corolla sport with 52,000 miles on it. yesterday in my way home it stalled in the middle of the traffic. the car was towed to the nearest dealership. the service manager called me today stating that the computer or ecm had to be replaced. according to nhtsa action number : pe09054 nhtsa recall campaign number : n/a make / models : model/build years: toyota / corolla 2006 toyota / corolla matrix 2006 wondering how many owners of this type of vehicle had same problems, yet toyota has not issue a recall to fix these issues. serious accidents could happen if these issues are not addressed in timely manner.

Reported in: RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have a 2006 corolla sport with 52,000 miles on it. yesterday in my way home it stalled in the middle of the traffic. the car was towed to the nearest dealership. the service manager called me today stating that the computer or ecm had to be replaced. according to nhtsa action number : pe09054 nhtsa recall campaign number : n/a make / models : model/build years: toyota / corolla 2006 toyota / corolla matrix 2006 wondering how many owners of this type of vehicle had same problems, yet toyota has not issue a recall to fix these issues. serious accidents could happen if these issues are not addressed in timely manner.

Reported in: RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i was driving in afternoon commuter traffic in washington, dc, when, while stopped at a red light, my car "hiccuped" once and died. i was able to restart it, but as i drove through the green light, my car began to lose power, slow down, then stalled out in the middle of the road. i was able to restart the car, but it wouldn't go over 25 mph, then almost immediately slowed and stalled out again. after that, it took approximately 10 tries to get the engine to turn over and the car to start only long enough to move it 50 feet or so to a safer area. the problem, according to toyota, is a faulty computer (ecm) that the company was aware of but did not directly notify owners of. (based on what the toyota repair person said, this problem mirrors what is reported in nhtsa action number pe09054 and technical service bulletin tc015-07 - hard shift and stalling).

Reported in: OAKTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving 55 mph when the brakes failed. the contact crashed into the vehicle ahead of her. the contact stated she depressed the brake pedal to the floor but the brakes failed to operate. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle ahead of her was flipped and landed upside down. there was smoke coming from the front of the contact's vehicle. a police report was available. the contact was removed from the vehicle with the assistance of the fire department. she sustained injuries to the neck and back with additional bruising. the vehicle was destroyed. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: APPOMATTOX VA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving 55 mph when the brakes failed. the contact crashed into the vehicle ahead of her. the contact stated she depressed the brake pedal to the floor but the brakes failed to operate. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle ahead of her was flipped and landed upside down. there was smoke coming from the front of the contact's vehicle. a police report was available. the contact was removed from the vehicle with the assistance of the fire department. she sustained injuries to the neck and back with additional bruising. the vehicle was destroyed. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: APPOMATTOX VA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

dear toyota customer service, i request prompt reimbursement of expenses in the amount of $656.47 incurred due to the malfunctioning of the engine control module in my 2006 toyota corolla last month. while a toyota dealership ultimately replaced the ecm at no cost, i incurred rental car expenses for the time i was without my corolla, and paid parts and labor in the amount of $521.76 to my independent mechanic to initially replace a transmission solenoid which had gone bad due to the failing ecm. i will not even describe the amount of my time that toyota wasted by failing to notify me, as the owner of a car model known by toyota to frequently have premature ecm failure, of this issue so that i could resolve it at a toyota dealership immediately. in early july i experienced difficult and jerking shifting of the automatic transmission in my toyota. i brought it to my independent mechanic, who diagnosed the problem as a bad transmission solenoid (code p2716), and subsequently determined that the solenoid had gone bad due to the ecm failing. at that point, concerned about the state of my transmission, i called toyota customer service and was told that the ecm is covered up to 8 years/80,000 miles, and that if the solenoid had gone bad as a result of the failing ecm, the solenoid replacement, too, would be covered under warranty. the toyota dealership replaced the ecm at no charge. i believe that the out-of-pocket expenses i incurred, as well as the considerable inconvenience i endured, would have been avoided if toyota had shared proactively with its customers the fact that failing ecms are unusually common in corollas. if toyota had reported this information to me, i would have recognized the symptoms demonstrated by my car, and would have brought it to a dealership in the first instance to be fixed. instead, i spent time and money using a trusted independent mechanic, and learned of the larger ecm problem through him and through independent research.

Reported in: BEACON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E060

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

we bought a 2006 certified corolla le on june 19, 2010 from a dealership in northern virginia. on august 18, 2010 my daughter was driving the car and while at stop light earlier that day her car hesitated and didn't want to move. that evening around 8:30 pm as she was driving her car, the road curved slightly to the right but she was not able to turn the wheel or depress the brakes. she crossed the on coming lane and the car was totaled. she was able to walk away from this with only hundreds of small cuts from glass. the initial thought was that she had hydroplaned but after further talking to my daughter she said that she tried to turn the steering wheel to follow the road but she couldn't because it was too hard and the brakes would not depress either. i had my mechanic go to the yard where the car was stored and read the computer and this is what he found: check engine light find p0430 evap system pressure sensor high input and in the history he found 2 codes: the same p0430 and b2799 engine immobilizer system fault. so as it seems now the car did shut off and she was not able to control the steering or brakes due to not having power. i have read that this is not the first report of this happening. something should be done before someone gets hurt really bad or there is a fatal accident. i would like to know if being a certified car, should this have been detected before the car was sold? also, is the computer read before the car is sold to see if there has been or is a problem? if it is not read, then maybe it should be a new policy for the dealerships.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD VA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

we bought a 2006 certified corolla le on june 19, 2010 from a dealership in northern virginia. on august 18, 2010 my daughter was driving the car and while at stop light earlier that day her car hesitated and didn't want to move. that evening around 8:30 pm as she was driving her car, the road curved slightly to the right but she was not able to turn the wheel or depress the brakes. she crossed the on coming lane and the car was totaled. she was able to walk away from this with only hundreds of small cuts from glass. the initial thought was that she had hydroplaned but after further talking to my daughter she said that she tried to turn the steering wheel to follow the road but she couldn't because it was too hard and the brakes would not depress either. i had my mechanic go to the yard where the car was stored and read the computer and this is what he found: check engine light find p0430 evap system pressure sensor high input and in the history he found 2 codes: the same p0430 and b2799 engine immobilizer system fault. so as it seems now the car did shut off and she was not able to control the steering or brakes due to not having power. i have read that this is not the first report of this happening. something should be done before someone gets hurt really bad or there is a fatal accident. i would like to know if being a certified car, should this have been detected before the car was sold? also, is the computer read before the car is sold to see if there has been or is a problem? if it is not read, then maybe it should be a new policy for the dealerships.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD VA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

while pulling into parking space, experienced sudden acceleration, while foot on brake . unable to stop car, it jumped the curb and hit a tree. the tree stopped the car, however the wheels must have kept going, as there was dirt torn up and spewed behind the tires. air bag did not deploy. toyota notified. car towed to dealer. toyota investigation pending, which according to toyota may take up to 2 months. toyota said this 2006 corolla was not on 'recall' list. they also said they will investigate but do not expect to find it to be their fault, as they said they have never found themselves to be 'at fault' when the car was not on the 'recall list'.

Reported in: WHITE HALL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while pulling into parking space, experienced sudden acceleration, while foot on brake . unable to stop car, it jumped the curb and hit a tree. the tree stopped the car, however the wheels must have kept going, as there was dirt torn up and spewed behind the tires. air bag did not deploy. toyota notified. car towed to dealer. toyota investigation pending, which according to toyota may take up to 2 months. toyota said this 2006 corolla was not on 'recall' list. they also said they will investigate but do not expect to find it to be their fault, as they said they have never found themselves to be 'at fault' when the car was not on the 'recall list'.

Reported in: WHITE HALL MD || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving 35 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who advised that the computer had failed. the dealer made replaced the computer however the following day, the check engine light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where she was advised that there was an emissions issue within the vehicle and not the computer. the dealer advised the contact that the vehicle was safe to drive the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a second dealer where the contact was advised that the initial dealer did not install the computer correctly. the dealer corrected the failure. the manufacturer would not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 27,901

Reported in: MCLEAN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E16C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall intermittently without warning. the contact would have to wait 20-30 minutes before the vehicle would restart. the made several repairs to the vehicle and replaced several parts but to no avail. the failure persisted and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the computer wa reprogrammed. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

Reported in: PLAINO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2006 toyota corolla in early august developed a shifting problem that sounds like the problem i read about in stories today about nhtsa's investigation of corollas. the car's automatic transmission began to shift harshly from first gear to second gear. the engine warning light then came on. i took it to a toyota dealership. the dealer replaced the onboard computer, under warranty. dealer said there was a technical service bulletin about this. this has fixed the problem.

Reported in: WEST HOLLYWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated when initially starting the vehicle in temperatures less than 70 degrees, the vehicle would stall. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic however he was unable to duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was not contacted. the current and failure mileage was approximately 43,000.

Reported in: PAYSON UT || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E660

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i own a 2006 toyota corolla. the check engine light came on in the middle of driving but i did not notice any issues. the following day the car started shifting hard when i accelerated while driving. i took the car in for an oil change and they ran a diagnostic test and the code came back p2716: shift solenoid valve slt/range. i researched the code and found many forums with people having the same issues and the problem being the ecm. i took the car into the local dealership and gave them the information i found on the issues. they diagnosed the car and i said i needed the ecm replaced. the car has 82,000 miles and is out of warranty. the repair is running close to $900, the regional toyota representative has offered to split the cost. i feel this is unfair and a recall should have been issued. i also have a friend who has a 2007 corolla that just took her car in for the same problem. i am going to continue to speak with toyota in hopes they will cover the repair.

Reported in: CONROE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i heard on the radio that you have had over 1,000 complaints about the 2005-06 toyota corollas with regard to engine control modules (ecms) and possible stalls. my 2006 corolla started to stutter when i accelerated from 45 to 55 mph. i could tell that one of the spark plugs was misfiring and i was afraid the engine was going to stall in heavy traffic. the engine did not stall, but the check engine light came on. i searched the internet and found that toyota had a bad batch of ecms in 2005-2006 , but did not to recall them. instead, they waited to see which units actually failed before replacing the defective ecms. when i took the car to the dealership, i told the service writer that it appeared to be a defective ecm. he told me i was mistaken about the ecm and that it had nothing to do with the spark plug misfiring. after they checked the car, i was told that a plug had fouled out. i was charged over $500 to replace all of the plugs and the ignition coil, not just the one fouled plug . i was also charged $120 to clean what i was told would be the fouled fuel injector, but it was listed as ¿intake cleaning service.¿ i picked up the car and didn't get 2 miles from the shop before the check engine light came on again. on the second trip to shop they reset the light and said that they couldn't duplicate the condition again. so i took the car and drove it home. the next day on the way to work, the light came on again. on the third trip to the shop, they finally admitted the ecm had to be replaced. the ecm was free, but i am still out over $620 in repairs for damage caused by a defective ecm. my plugs had only 70,000 miles (mostly highway) on them and should have lasted until 120,000 miles. on top of the repairs, i wasted a lot of gas. now that the ecm was replaced, i am getting 2 more miles per gallon.

Reported in: FRANKFORT IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was braking for a traffic stop when the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to immediately restart the vehicle as it operated as normal. the contact continued driving 70 mph as the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled a second time. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where the computer engine module was replaced. the failure did not recur. the failure and current mileage was 104,296.

Reported in: BROOKSVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

i have a 2006 toyoto corolla ,engine eg053-06. i have had trouble with it being a slow crank or no start condition, as listed on the tsb update homepage. i was not aware of this, and purchased a new batthery, tested the starter,it was fine, alternator was fine. took it to my mechanic who saw the problem and pulled up the tsb website and it is on there own site. the title of the notice is 1zz-fe engine "no start" or extended crank" condition. it affects corollas and matrixes. surprise here. anyway, it states the fuel pump assembly manufacturing process has been improved to correct this condition. the warranty ran out at 60,000 miles. i have 66,000. i think consumers should have been made aware of this since they know it was a known problem or it would have not been on their site. now they want 1200.00 to fix this. obviously the fuel pump assembly was defective to start with or they would not have to corrected it.it is also ironic that the other investigaton you are doing is on the same years and models, corolla and matrix. have you had other complaints on this issue?

Reported in: HARRODSBURG KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while traveling 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled within seconds. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where the ecm was replaced. the vin was not available. the current and failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: FLOWER MOUND TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle abnormally accelerated causing the contact to be involved in a crash. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where repairs were made to the body damage however, the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. the contact experienced the failure two more times and contacted the manufacturer who advised that the throttle body would need replacing. in addition, the contact stated that the tires exhibited premature wear and the body paint began to peel prematurely. the tires were replaced and a complaint was filed with the manufacturer. the contact stated that the brakes were also defective. later, the vehicle was inspected by the manufacturer's engineers and was advised that there were no failures found within the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was approximately 35,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle abnormally accelerated causing the contact to be involved in a crash. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where repairs were made to the body damage however, the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of the failure. the contact experienced the failure two more times and contacted the manufacturer who advised that the throttle body would need replacing. in addition, the contact stated that the tires exhibited premature wear and the body paint began to peel prematurely. the tires were replaced and a complaint was filed with the manufacturer. the contact stated that the brakes were also defective. later, the vehicle was inspected by the manufacturer's engineers and was advised that there were no failures found within the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 200 and the current mileage was approximately 35,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

i was driving on an off ramp when my car suddenly stalled and would not start again. i was rear ended and the car was totaled. i was injured and suffered back and neck pain.

Reported in: SPRING VALLEY CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving out of the driveway at approximately 5 mph the vehicle completely shut off. the vehicle was towed to the dealer where they replaced the main control module and they calibrated it per the warranty. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine maintenance a couple weeks prior to the failure. the manufacturer was contacted and a claim was filed. the failure mileage was 13,410.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled with no lights illuminating on the instrument panel. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to side of the road. the vehicle was turned back on and taken to the dealer where it stalled four times. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the ecm needed to be replaced which was replaced under warranty. the vehicle once again stalled and the dealer could not duplicate the problem. there have been no additional repairs. the failure mileage was 53000 and the current mileage was 72000.

Reported in: LAPLACE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my corolla 2006 stalled on the highway with out warning. i was almost hit by other cars while trying to get my corolla to the side of the road with no power. it would not restart. car was towed to dealership and was found to have a bad ecm. the ecm was replaced and we will see if this one will work. this could have turned out bad if there was more traffic on the highway!

Reported in: ALBERTSON NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E76C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

air bag did not deploy during a 25 mph front end collision.

Reported in: TRACY CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

EQUIPMENT

2006 toyota corolla air conditioner stopped blowing at 51,000 miles. after reviewing several posts on auto repair sites it appears as though the air conditioner stops working on 2006 models between 48,000 and 55,000 miles some issues have been condenser and others are the blower and/or relay.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla air conditioner stopped blowing at 51,000 miles. after reviewing several posts on auto repair sites it appears as though the air conditioner stops working on 2006 models between 48,000 and 55,000 miles some issues have been condenser and others are the blower and/or relay.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact was driving 65 mph when a deer crashed into his vehicle. the contact stated that there were major damages to the front end of the vehicle. the front air bags did not deploy and the contact sustained injuries to the neck and back. a police report was available. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was advised by a local repair facility that the vehicle would likely be deemed as destroyed. the failure mileage was 49,050.

Reported in: LEWIS CENTER OH || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

april 2010 - tachometer started 'jumping' around. cel would illuminate on and off and the car would occasionally act like it wanted to stall and acted sluggish. june 2010 - brought to local shop that said it might be a computer issue and to take to toyota. took to toyota, toyota said that it was just a bad tachometer and that i could choose to replace it. i did not. cel light continued to go on and off. vehicle would sometimes shift very hard or seem to have trouble. september 2010 - the vehicle almost stalled at 45mph when it seemed like it was trying to switch gears (auto transmission). when going highway speeds the rpms would not get over 1800 when normally it runs around 2300 (at 65mph) when i would step on brake, rpms would drop to around 1000 and then to the point of stalling. sometimes i have to drive with the left foot on the brake and the right foot on the accelerator to not have it stall in stop and go traffic. sometimes at a light, i put it in neutral and continue to rev the engine. some days the vehicle seems to be running fine, other times it is very stressful to drive when it is having issues. october 2010 - received recall letter from toyota regarding the ecm (engine control module) and that parts will start to be come available the end of november. called toyota corporate and they said they did not currently have a fix for the problem. continue to drive this vehicle because it is my only means of transportation.

Reported in: MANASSAS VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E06C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2006 toyota corolla makes a pulsating screeching noise when brakes are applied over a bump, uneven surface, puddle of water or patch of ice even if only one to two tires are on said surface. even when car was new, brakes would screech occasionally as if pads needed replacing. i was told by dealer that it is normal for that car. based on that information, i did not have brakes checked again for quite some time when they were making a scrubbing sound. by then rotors needed to be replaced. two months later, screeching started again accompanied by scrubbing noise.

Reported in: SEAL HARBOR ME || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2006 toyota le - a few months back we had a stall out that we took in to toyota dealer tricounty toyota, limerick, pa and they said it was caused by computer module. now we have a check engine lite on that we have to take in. with the acceleration problems asked for the brake override system which they would not put in as it was not a problem they said is this car on the recall list for the fuel pump and brake problems? i do not see it listed anywhere, and emailed to toyota about this tonite.

Reported in: ROYERSFORD PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 60-65 mph she engaged the brakes and they failed. the contact stated the failure occurred several times throughout the day. she stated that the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was towed to the dealer. the contact stated that she asked the dealer to bleed her brakes and they refused. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. she called the manufacturer and they assigned her a case manager to assist with her failure. she called the case manager and was advised that since the dealer had already told her that they could not duplicate the failure the case was closed. the case manager advised her that per the dealer they were bleeding the brakes. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were unknown.

Reported in: REISTERSTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated the vehicle was left unattended momentarily with the gear placed in park. the gear independently came moved from park and rolled backward, crashing into a tree. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that an engineer would further inspect the vehicle for failures. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileage was 40,000.

Reported in: HANOVER PA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

in august 2010, i learned about corolla recall. therefore i called elk grove toyota(916-405-8000) to make an appointment but was informed to wait until i receive a notice from toyota motors usa. because i did not receive a letter from toyota, i have emailed them on october 19, 2010 requesting the recall letter. toyota motors replied stating my corolla engine control module was replaced on march 13, 2008. i do remember towing my car to elk grove toyota on march 13, 2008 because the engine will not start. i was told the engine needed new parts and because of warranty there will be no cost to me. my concern is: 1. according to the recall announcement made by the media stated that this defect could have been a serious matter because the vehicle could stop while driving. i was lucky because i was in a parking lot. 2. why did toyota take so long to announce this engine problem.?if my engine problem was similar to this recall, why did they take 2 years and 5 months to announce the recall? i know toyota has been penalized for their slow decision to recall the acceleration problem. but it seems that they continue to have problem making recall decision to ensure public safety. toyota has become too big too fast as stated in the media. i hope they will seriously consider consumer safety rather than their profit by becoming the largest auto manufacture in the world.

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E560

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i had my foot on the brake turning into my drive when suddenly the car accelerated and ran into the apartment building wall. i pushed harder on the brake but it would not stop and was still accelerating after running thru the wall . the police report said it slung dirt from the front tires, 24 feet. updated 11/22/11 *cn

Reported in: MINERAL WELLS TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

prior to january 1, 2010 started hearing squealing noise coming from engine. at regular maintenance intervals brought to the attention of service departments and was told this was not unusual due to moisture build up on belts. accepted explanation at toyota dealerships. noise continued to get worse so took in again on january 17, 2010 - mileage @ 50,496. tensioner assy. was replaced (not under warranty) @ a cost of $368.18. a couple of days later the same noise returned. continued to bring to the attention of service department at regular maintenance interval 3/27/10-mileage @53,192 and they could not duplicate the noise i was hearing. noise continued and got worse - took back to dealership on 8/16/10-mileage @58,411, again they could not duplicate the noise? noise continued every day - all the time. took back to dealership on 11/26/10 - mileage @61,521. they replaced tensioner assembly @ no cost and was told my timing chain tensioner was leaking oil and the belt tensioner was leaking too? what the [xxx]? service manager suggested i call 1-800-331-4331 to file a complain, i did so on 11/29. case #[xxx]. i was told the tensioner assembly (3 year/36,000miles) was not under warranty at the initial repair and the timing chain repair is not under warranty either (5 year/60,000 mile) which will cost me $173.00. my point here is that taking into consideration all the recalls for toyota vehicles -- toyota can't possibly hold the consumer to the warranties they have in place. it is apparent to me that the parts are defective and i don't feel i should have to pay anything for these repairs. as of today, i am still hearing the same noise when i crank my car from the tensioner assembly just replaced on 11/26. toyota should reimburse me for all the defective parts/labor/and my personal time/mileage to get this repair done and the repair to the timing chain should be at no cost to me. there should be a recall on this too. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: EUREKA NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E96C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

this is to report an accident i was involved in on thursday september 30, 2010 in the morning around 4:30am, in baltimore, maryland, on interstate i-95 northbound, close to exit 80, with my 2006 toyota corolla. my car was recalled back in late august 2010 and i took it to the dealer as soon as i received the notification. after inspecting the engine, the dealer confirmed that a computer in the engine was defective. however, they could not replace the missing part at the time but indicated that i will receive notice in the mail for when i could bring the car back. that thursday morning it was raining and i was driving around 50 miles/hour when i noticed that the speed needle went completely to the end of the speedometer and came back. it did this twice before suddenly accelerating and sending the car off the road. my car hit a tree from the back passenger side before stopping. the airbag deployed and i incurred several bodily injuries around the neck, chest, right shoulder, right hip and back. i was taken to the er right after the accident and back again yesterday monday october 4, 2010 because i could not move. my car is still in a towing lot but my insurance will move it to a collision center in the coming days. i believe it might be important to investigate this crash but i am not sure who to connect with directly and hope you can advise. my direct line is 410-774-5301. thank you in advance for your assistance. sophia

Reported in: COLUMBIA MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E260

STEERING

steering column yoke is loose or slipping. i'm afraid it will fail totally and cause accident or injury. local dealer wants $370 to fix it but even though it is out of warranty i think they should replace it and the government should look into forcing a recall if needed.

Reported in: SPENCER MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

taking action of toyota regarding safety recall is conducted very slowly. i had got the recall notice from toyota around september 2010 in this letter notified that toyota will send the second recall notice when the replacement part is ready. toyota will begin mailing the second owner letter in late november 2010. i had called and stopped by at toyota (central florida toyota) so many times for asking about this problem and when can i get the vehicle fixed. all the service advisors at this toyota dealer said the same answers, “you have to wait for the second letter from toyota and you can drive the car regularly if you don’t have any problem as described”. i have to wait approximately 4 months for the second letter from toyota. on the 4th of january 2011, my car had got a problem. at the meantime, my wife drove the car and my daughter, 9 years old was on broad. the engine was stopped while the car was being driven. fortunately, there were no cars follow us and we were not on the freeway. my car was towed to central florida toyota dealer for getting fixed and the engine control module (ecm) was replaced. we are not sure whether this problem will be occurred again. it is very dangerous, therefore, the safety recall remedy conducted by toyota should be implemented more efficiently and faster than they do right now.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla le. the vehicle began to stall intermittently after it was started. the contact stated that the failure occurred four times. when the failure occurred he stated that there were no prior warnings. the failure was not diagnosed by the dealer. while driving approximately 55 mph with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle shifted gears "like a rocket". he noticed that the check engine light was on and the vehicle began to shifted with extreme resistance. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for the failure. the dealer performed a diagnostic test and replaced the ecm on september 17, 2009. he referenced recall 10v384000, engine and engine cooling and was advised by the manufacturer and the dealer that his vehicle was not part of the recall. the failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 64,002.

Reported in: MERRILL WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i filed a complaint, odi number 10313597 to bring attention to a potentially hazardous condition with my 2006 toyota corolla. as stated in the original complaint, my vehicles ecu (engine computer) failed while in traffic 2 times on this vehicle. i was pleased to find out that a recall for this issue was initiated for my model year corolla. called toyota for more information about the recall and they said that my vin number vehicle was not affected by the recall. i tried to explain to the operator that my vehicle's ecu had failed twice and had been replaced by a dealership. she could not give me a reason why my vehicle was not part of the recall. called dealer to find out if the last ecu was an updated one that would not fail and the parts guy thought it was.i am filing this complaint to see if the recall can be expanded to include my vehicle so if the current computer does fail, that i can get it replaced under the recall. when these computers fail the vehicle's engine dies and is hard to restart. this can happen at anytime, driving in traffic, pulling out into traffic and this can been very dangerous.

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E960

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while driving the car on monday january 11, 2011 it began to violently shake and a loud noise was coming from under the hood. drove the car to a auto repair shop who stated the engine had sludge and there was no oil in the engine. this auto repair shop performed a oil change in sept 2010 and noted some sludge in the engine. the repair shop recommended replacing the engine as it was not repairable. i spent $5397 to have a jasper remanufactored engine installed in the toyota. i decided to perform an internet search to see if there were other complaints regarding the toyota engine in light of the recent toyota recalls. i discovered an article that referenced odi's investigation of similar problems with the 2006 toyota corolla engine 1zz-fe. the auto repair shop stated that oil changes should be done every 2,000 miles and not the 5,000 miles indicated in the toyota manual. this is not the first problem i've had with the toyota corolla. in 2009 the car's dashboard wire shorted out behind the wheel causing the fuses to blow. i took it to the toyota dealer who repaired the problem. i've always purchased honda in the past and have a 2006 honda accord. i will never purchase a toyota ever again.

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving our 2006 toyota corolla, with aprox. 70,000 miles on it.in a parking lot searching for a parking space, with foot on brake, driver turned to pull into a perpendicular to drive lane parking slot. with foot still on brake, engine suddenly went to full throttle five feet from curb, even with both feet on brake peddle, car would not stop. engine overpowered brakes, car came to a stop after hitting concrete/brick two foot square pole. air bags deployed, hood hit windshield along with air bags breaking windshield into many shards of glass. engine continued to race and front wheels continued to spin until ignition was turned off. there were no personal injuries however the car was a total loss. police were summoned, personal information was taken, no charges were issued.

Reported in: FRANKLINTON NC || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

on august 6, 2008, i was driving down hwy 61 to clarksdale, ms when my accelerator stuck; i tried using the brakes, but it was too late and i hit a large animal and lost control of my car. my car flipped over and turned on it's side and then landed back down. i couldn't believe what happened and i was scraped up and shaken up really bad. this could have been a terrible tragedy, but i survived this crash with only minor scrapes and bruises. i didn't call the police because the car was driveable and the accelerator wasn't sticking anymore. the same week i took the car to a toyoto dealer to check out the accelerator, and they couldn't find anything wrong with it. my car received over $1,300.00 worth of damages as a result of the crash.

Reported in: HORN LAKE MS || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i am asking for an investigation being done for my vehicle which was about to killed me on wednesday january 26th 2011. i was coming home from work around 11:30 pm and my toyota corolla made a spin round two times and was about to turn over before the engine seized. and ten minutes before that my car run through the red light on rockaway turnpike, i called up toyota and made an complaint. they told me someone is going to get in contact with me within three business day but no one did not. i also called toyota a few ago about the same issue ,but they stated that my car in not in the recalled. i have a 2006 corolla. most of the time when ever i try to step my feet on the brakes its like some thing is hold the brake from going down. i would be very grateful if someone could please help me as soon as possible or else i will die in that car.

Reported in: SOUTH OZONE PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

i am asking for an investigation being done for my vehicle which was about to killed me on wednesday january 26th 2011. i was coming home from work around 11:30 pm and my toyota corolla made a spin round two times and was about to turn over before the engine seized. and ten minutes before that my car run through the red light on rockaway turnpike, i called up toyota and made an complaint. they told me someone is going to get in contact with me within three business day but no one did not. i also called toyota a few ago about the same issue ,but they stated that my car in not in the recalled. i have a 2006 corolla. most of the time when ever i try to step my feet on the brakes its like some thing is hold the brake from going down. i would be very grateful if someone could please help me as soon as possible or else i will die in that car.

Reported in: SOUTH OZONE PARK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact received a recall notice for recall 10v384000 (engine and engine cooling) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. approximately one month later, the contact experienced the same problem related to the recall. the vehicle was taken dealer for a second time where the intake manifold system was replaced. the manufacturer been notified who informed the contact that his vehicle was no longer under a full warranty and that he was responsible for additional charges. the current mileage was 45,173 and the failure mileage was 43,988. updated 3/21/11 *cn the dealer replaced the gasket. updated 06/20/11

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while attempting a right turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. he was able to restart the vehicle but after a few minutes the failure recurred without warning. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection nor was it repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileage was 51,076.

Reported in: CLACKAMAS OR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E06Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1. received a letter from toyota indicating that a safety defect exists in my engine control module (ecm) for my 2006 toyota corolla. i took my car to springfield toyota on 2/22/2011. they replaced the ecm and now the service engine light is on. they told me that in order to turn the service engine light off , it will require additional diagnosis and that i would have to pay $300 to $400. the dealership left the ecm disconnected and service engine light is on all the time. 2. the service light is on all the time. this may be a safety issue. 3. dealership does not want to fix the problem unless i pay them for the diagnosis time. with the old ect i did not have any problems with the car. i took my car to the dealership to have the ecm replaced based on the letter from toyota. dealership kept the old ecm and refused to give it back to me nor fix the problem.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

1. received a letter from toyota indicating that a safety defect exists in my engine control module (ecm) for my 2006 toyota corolla. i took my car to springfield toyota on 2/22/2011. they replaced the ecm and now the service engine light is on. they told me that in order to turn the service engine light off , it will require additional diagnosis and that i would have to pay $300 to $400. the dealership left the ecm disconnected and service engine light is on all the time. 2. the service light is on all the time. this may be a safety issue. 3. dealership does not want to fix the problem unless i pay them for the diagnosis time. with the old ect i did not have any problems with the car. i took my car to the dealership to have the ecm replaced based on the letter from toyota. dealership kept the old ecm and refused to give it back to me nor fix the problem.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving 20 to 30 mph he approached the stop sign and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. he was able to bring the vehicle to a stop by applying the emergency brake. the failure was experienced twice. the manufacturer filed report 1103170949. the vehicle will be taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 106,000.

Reported in: OAK PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states failure of the central computer and brake failure caused a crash *tgw the consumer stated when her daughter applied the brake to reduce her speed to steer around another vehicle, the brakes locked up and steering the vehicle became difficult. ultimately, her daughter collided with another vehicle. when she attempted to move the vehicle, the vehicle had stalled. also, the air bags failed to deploy and she strongly impacted the seat belt causing injury to her shoulder. the consumer stated ecu was replaced last april at a cost of $700. a reading of the ecu the following day, showed there was no accident. the consumer believed the ecu may have caused the abs to lock up. the vehicle was declared a loss by the insurance company. *jb

Reported in: EARLTON NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E060

AIR BAGS

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states failure of the central computer and brake failure caused a crash *tgw the consumer stated when her daughter applied the brake to reduce her speed to steer around another vehicle, the brakes locked up and steering the vehicle became difficult. ultimately, her daughter collided with another vehicle. when she attempted to move the vehicle, the vehicle had stalled. also, the air bags failed to deploy and she strongly impacted the seat belt causing injury to her shoulder. the consumer stated ecu was replaced last april at a cost of $700. a reading of the ecu the following day, showed there was no accident. the consumer believed the ecu may have caused the abs to lock up. the vehicle was declared a loss by the insurance company. *jb

Reported in: EARLTON NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E060

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states failure of the central computer and brake failure caused a crash *tgw the consumer stated when her daughter applied the brake to reduce her speed to steer around another vehicle, the brakes locked up and steering the vehicle became difficult. ultimately, her daughter collided with another vehicle. when she attempted to move the vehicle, the vehicle had stalled. also, the air bags failed to deploy and she strongly impacted the seat belt causing injury to her shoulder. the consumer stated ecu was replaced last april at a cost of $700. a reading of the ecu the following day, showed there was no accident. the consumer believed the ecu may have caused the abs to lock up. the vehicle was declared a loss by the insurance company. *jb

Reported in: EARLTON NY || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E060

POWER TRAIN

tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the check engine warning light would illuminate and then the vehicle would stall. the dealer was notified and advised the contact to have the computer replaced. the manufacturer advised the contact that since her vehicle was 15 miles over her warranty that they would not be able to provide any further assistance. the approximate failure mileage was 115. the vin was available.

Reported in: AZUSA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have toyota corolla 2006 le in which a/c stop working as of 4/25/10. it was working last week.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E46C

EQUIPMENT

i have toyota corolla 2006 le in which a/c stop working as of 4/25/10. it was working last week.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E46C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i have toyota corolla 2006 le in which a/c stop working as of 4/25/10. it was working last week.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E46C

EQUIPMENT

i have toyota corolla 2006 le in which a/c stop working as of 4/25/10. it was working last week.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E46C

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that a vehicle crashed into the rear of his vehicle at 50 mph while he was stopped at a traffic stop. the force from the crash caused the contact to crash into a preceding vehicle. the contact stated that the force caused the headrests to be thrown backward but the air bags did not deploy. the contact was able to drive the vehicle away from the scene. there were no injuries and no police report filed. the vehicle was repaired. in addition, the contact stated that the cruise control would not activate when needed and when he was bale to utilize the cruise control, the component would deactivate independently. the failure recurred sporadically. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the cruise control was replaced yet the failure persisted after repairs. the vehicle was not further repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. updated 08/31/11 *bf updated 2/9/12 *cn

Reported in: NEW HAVEN IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that a vehicle crashed into the rear of his vehicle at 50 mph while he was stopped at a traffic stop. the force from the crash caused the contact to crash into a preceding vehicle. the contact stated that the force caused the headrests to be thrown backward but the air bags did not deploy. the contact was able to drive the vehicle away from the scene. there were no injuries and no police report filed. the vehicle was repaired. in addition, the contact stated that the cruise control would not activate when needed and when he was bale to utilize the cruise control, the component would deactivate independently. the failure recurred sporadically. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the cruise control was replaced yet the failure persisted after repairs. the vehicle was not further repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 35,000. updated 08/31/11 *bf updated 2/9/12 *cn

Reported in: NEW HAVEN IN || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E36Z

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

air condition - the air condition stopped working. it is very difficult to travel in summer without air conditioner working in the car. toyota has issued a technical service bulletin indicating that the a/c condenser is not properly protected; the number for this report is ac002-06. it costs $300 to repair the a/c condenser and $300 in labor for a total of $600. appreciate, if toyota can recall the vehicle and fix the air conditioner problem.

Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E960

SUSPENSION:REAR

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla ce. the contact was driving 50 mph when the vehicle began to pull abnormally to the left and the contact was constantly attempting to straighten the wheels. the contact stated that the rear tires were wearing prematurely. the contact believed that the rear suspension was out of alignment. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed an alignment inspection and advised that they were unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. the failure mileage was 32,000.

Reported in: VIRGINIA BEACH VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E86Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the a/c blows cool air not cold for about 20 minutes and stops blowing cool. you can turn the a/c off for a few minutes and then turn it back on and the air blows cool again for a few minutes then goes back to warm. i've noticed a slight smell (not bad) coming thru the vents sometimes and when i have the ac on, it seems to fluctuate between cool (never cold) and lukewarm. i also feel like i have to have it on the 2nd setting to feel air moving.

Reported in: OKC OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

i am the owner of a 2006 corolla 4-dr sedan. vin - omitted current mileage 48820 about a week ago, i noticed that the air conditioner was not working. i took it to my local dealership (michael's toyota in bellevue) for service where they told me that the a/c condenser has a hole in it and will need to be replaced - to the tune of $685. i was shocked by this so started doing a little research online only to learn that thousands of other 2006 corolla owners are experiencing the same problem. technical service bulletin ac002-06 was released by toyota admitting to the faulty design of the condenser which left it unprotected and vulnerable to road debris. i'm shocked and appalled by this. with all of the negative press that toyota has received in recent years, i would expect you to be going above and beyond to ensure that all known problems are corrected. i turned down the suggested replacement and will continue to seek arbitration. i have filed a complaint with toyota. i was surprised to find that several official complaints have already been filed, yet no recall. i come from a large family of toyota owners, we stand by our cars & trucks as they have always been extremely reliable. i will continue to endorse them. i just hope that they'll make this situation right.

Reported in: RENTON WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR30E46Z

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owned a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle spun out of control and crashed into a utility pole. the air bags to not deploy during the failure. a police report was filed and the contact sustained bruising across the chest from the seat belt. the vehicle was destroyed and towed home. the manufacturer was notified and the contact was informed that the air bags should not have deployed during the crash. no further assistance was provided. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: INDIO CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle was stopped with the brakes engaged when it surged forward until the parking brake was engaged and the ignition was shut off. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure and current mileages were 70,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: ROANOKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

received a safety recall from toyota for my 2006 toyota corolla s for engine control module (ecm). i scheduled an appointment to have the part replaced. i took off work and dropped my car off at the dealer, sloan toyota in devon, pa. i received a call shortly after saying the part was not there and would be ordered, then they tried told me about a belt they could repair for me in the amount of $150.00. i declined that service and picked my car up. i received an email a week later saying my car was scheduled for service during the time i would be at work. i called and was told an automated email goes out a week after service has not been completed and they were still waiting on the part to come in for this safety recall. they said i would receive a call and here it is 4 months later and have not heard if the part ever came in or not. my understanding from reading the safety recall was that the part was at the dealer. i received an urgent safety recall follow up letter today, july 23, 2011 saying my car has not been taken in for service as of this time and needs to. i am not taking another day off from work just to take my car and then told the part is still not in. if toyota issues a safety recall then the parts should already be at the dealer's before people call in to schedule service, or at least tell the people they have to order the part and they will call when it has arrived.

Reported in: KING OF PRUSSIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while the vehicle was parked the contact attempted to move the gear shift into drive from park but it would not move. the gear shift made a loud crackling sound when it was engaged and the contact was unable to move it. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 8,000.

Reported in: EDISON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E970

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the vehicle abnormally accelerated while sitting idle in a parking space. the contact was able to stop the acceleration when applying the brakes. the failure was experienced twice. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing but the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: NORTH EASTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2006 toyota corolla. consumer states ecm failure*tgw the consumer stated on july 20, 2011, his vehicle suddenly stopped and almost caused an accident. the vehicle was towed to a private shop where it was determined the ecm failed. the vehicle was then towed to the dealer to have the ecm replaced. the consumer received a recall letter on august 1, 2011 regarding the exact failure.*jb the consumer is seeking reimbursement for towing expenses, the mechanics time and cab fare. updated 09/14/11.*jb

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

AIR BAGS

granddaughter driving on county road evidently inattentive had to quickly stop because car in front of her stopped for red light.there had just been a short rain and road oils were present. her car slide into the rear bumper of the suv in front of her. i assume that the quick breaking caused the toyota to nose dive under the rear bumper of the suv. the read bumper of the suv suffered only slight movement and small abrasion mark. the toyota has serious damage - crumpled hood and destroyed headlight and required towing..the airbags did not deploy. she was unharmed. perhaps this is an incident when the airbag should have deployed. i have heard of very minor collisions causing deployment. *tt

Reported in: COLLEGE STATION TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

letter from senator hagan on behalf of constituent, re defective engine control module in his 2006 toyota corolla *tgw the consumer stated the defective engine control module caused the vehicle to not stop or just completely stall while driving. the consumer stated he did not receive a recall notice, until a week after paying for the repairs. he is seeking reimbursement. *jb

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 40 mph, the contact crashed into another vehicle head on. the contact's head struck the steering wheel and he sustained injuries. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was able to be driven from the scene. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was repaired. the contact also experienced a failure while driving approximately 60 mph. the vehicle began to decelerate and suddenly stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the engine control module would have to be replaced. the failure persisted after the repair. the engine control module was replaced three times before the failure was corrected. the approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Reported in: TUSTIN CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving approximately 40 mph, the contact crashed into another vehicle head on. the contact's head struck the steering wheel and he sustained injuries. the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was able to be driven from the scene. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was repaired. the contact also experienced a failure while driving approximately 60 mph. the vehicle began to decelerate and suddenly stalled. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the engine control module would have to be replaced. the failure persisted after the repair. the engine control module was replaced three times before the failure was corrected. the approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Reported in: TUSTIN CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the steering wheel was deteriorating and foam was leaking from inside of it. the dealer stated there was nothing that could be done and directed the contact to the manufacturer. the contact spoke with the manufacturer and was informed that someone would come to inspect the vehicle. the failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage was 118,000.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E260

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph, she applied the brakes and the vehicle did not stop. the vehicle continued moving forward until crashing into a patio. the same failure recurred on separate occasions and the vehicle also crashed into a private building. there were no injuries suffered during either crash. the vehicle was not destroyed.the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was notified, but the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 12,000 and the current mileage was 12,500.

Reported in: NANALAPAN NJ || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

ac condenser stated leaking on 12/18/2011. steam was coming out of front of the car as it was parked at a store. i noticed this when i was exiting the store. two garages confirmed that it was the condenser. i went to do research on the condenser online and the complaints about defective condensers on the 2005 and 2006 corolla appeared on the web. problem was corrected on the 2007 and after corolla. condenser has to protection. could have the condenser replaced today and because of no protection, the problem could happen again the next day. very poor design...this leaves the owners of 2005 and 2006 corollas out in the cold! why no recall??? one of the garages that i went to way a toyota dealership...they want $735 (estimate) to correct the problem. it was poor design! i should not have to pay for heir mistake!

Reported in: WALTHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: N/A

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the fuel pump assembly is mounted in the top of the fuel tank , hanging down submerged in the gas. one of the power wires from the pump assy. going to the electrical connector at the top mounting plate of the pump, was badly burned and melted causing the pump not to work when it warmed up along with this electrical connector. remember this is inside the fuel tank. this could have created a serious explosion ! toyota issued a recall for "ecm" (electronic control module) problems associated with stalling engine, sudden loss of power and engine cranks and will not start. i think some of the "ecm " problems could have been mis-diagnosed and were this burnt wire and connector from the fuel pump. on top of that this repair cost me approx. $1500.00 but maybe it saved my life. for safety reasons alone , this should be looked into and resolved. i hope this might help someone else before they are hurt.

Reported in: WEST CHESTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

the fuel pump assembly is mounted in the top of the fuel tank , hanging down submerged in the gas. one of the power wires from the pump assy. going to the electrical connector at the top mounting plate of the pump, was badly burned and melted causing the pump not to work when it warmed up along with this electrical connector. remember this is inside the fuel tank. this could have created a serious explosion ! toyota issued a recall for "ecm" (electronic control module) problems associated with stalling engine, sudden loss of power and engine cranks and will not start. i think some of the "ecm " problems could have been mis-diagnosed and were this burnt wire and connector from the fuel pump. on top of that this repair cost me approx. $1500.00 but maybe it saved my life. for safety reasons alone , this should be looked into and resolved. i hope this might help someone else before they are hurt.

Reported in: WEST CHESTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

the fuel pump assembly is mounted in the top of the fuel tank , hanging down submerged in the gas. one of the power wires from the pump assy. going to the electrical connector at the top mounting plate of the pump, was badly burned and melted causing the pump not to work when it warmed up along with this electrical connector. remember this is inside the fuel tank. this could have created a serious explosion ! toyota issued a recall for "ecm" (electronic control module) problems associated with stalling engine, sudden loss of power and engine cranks and will not start. i think some of the "ecm " problems could have been mis-diagnosed and were this burnt wire and connector from the fuel pump. on top of that this repair cost me approx. $1500.00 but maybe it saved my life. for safety reasons alone , this should be looked into and resolved. i hope this might help someone else before they are hurt.

Reported in: WEST CHESTER PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

POWER TRAIN

my 2006 toyota corolla was on a recall list for the ecm. i was watching the car's behavior closely for warning signs/ problems related to the ecm. surprisingly instead of problems starting,harsh shifting or stopping while driving (all listed as possible "symptoms" of ecm issues)- the opposite problem occurred. my car tried to accelerate when stopped! when fully stopped at traffic lights/stop signs, with my foot on the brake pedal,all of a sudden, my car engine revved and the car tried to accelerate.i quickly pushed down even harder on the brake pedal to stay stopped and not crash into the car in front of me or go the intersection. other instances occurred when parking after a short drive doing errands. again,the engine revved up and attempted to accelerate while stopped,preparing to put the car into park... and once again i had to hold it with the brake.these"behaviors" happened so frequently that i finally resorted to putting the car in neutral to be safe when i was stopped. i also remembered from news reports that car mats could possibly shift and interfere with pedals so i had removed my mats(original mats attached to hooks) to ensure they could not be an issue although it seemed obvious they had never moved off their hooks towards the pedals. i called customer service at toyota corporate to seek their advice and fully described the problem as i have here.they said toyota mechanics would have to get the car to replicate the problem in order to fix it. i assured them it was really happening, but it was not predictable. soon after this,my local toyota dealership called to let me know that there was an opening for me to come in and have my car looked at since they had been made aware that i was having a problem with my brakes ! i let them know that my brakes were not the problem but was with acceleration when i was stopped with my foot on the brake.

Reported in: MOUNT PROSPECT IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E46C

AIR BAGS

the car was struck on the drivers side. the car is equipped with side curtain air bags, in addition to the steering and passenger dash. the impact covered from the drivers door and the entire front fender. the only air bags that deployed were the steering and dash. the side curtains did not, resulting in head injury to a 16 year old that was the driver. this car was purchased with these safety features expecting it to work as intended. i would like to know why, and what is going to be done about it.if i don't receive a proper response.i will seek legal support. thank you!

Reported in: COVINGTON LA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E76Z

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the vehicle started jerking violently and the check engine lamp illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the torque converter was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

i was driving on florida's turnpike nb at 70 mph when suddenly, my steering wheel felt disconnected from the tires. the car started to fishtail, and i was unable to brake. the mechanical issue was later identified as failed a tie rod.

Reported in: KEY WEST FL || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

school bus drove across a four lane divided road and my daughter ran into the school bus, she applied the brakes and turned to the right and hit the bus. the air bag did not deploy. injuries are soreness in shoulder and neck. granddaughter age 3 was traumatized over the crash. school bus driver was ticketed.

Reported in: NORTH FORT MYERS FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E167

ENGINE

school bus drove across a four lane divided road and my daughter ran into the school bus, she applied the brakes and turned to the right and hit the bus. the air bag did not deploy. injuries are soreness in shoulder and neck. granddaughter age 3 was traumatized over the crash. school bus driver was ticketed.

Reported in: NORTH FORT MYERS FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E167

STRUCTURE:BODY

school bus drove across a four lane divided road and my daughter ran into the school bus, she applied the brakes and turned to the right and hit the bus. the air bag did not deploy. injuries are soreness in shoulder and neck. granddaughter age 3 was traumatized over the crash. school bus driver was ticketed.

Reported in: NORTH FORT MYERS FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E167

ENGINE

i was pulling into a parking lot, applied the brakes, and it suddenly accelerated. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. later, i put it in reverse, and it accelerated forward. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. i was driving around steep hills, which i don't do a lot. i wonder if that had anything to do with it?

Reported in: BERKELEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

SERVICE BRAKES

i was pulling into a parking lot, applied the brakes, and it suddenly accelerated. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. later, i put it in reverse, and it accelerated forward. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. i was driving around steep hills, which i don't do a lot. i wonder if that had anything to do with it?

Reported in: BERKELEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was pulling into a parking lot, applied the brakes, and it suddenly accelerated. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. later, i put it in reverse, and it accelerated forward. i hit the brakes hard and it stopped. i was driving around steep hills, which i don't do a lot. i wonder if that had anything to do with it?

Reported in: BERKELEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E76Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that the front driver side door panel caught on fire. the contact stated the wiring was burned and caused damage to the front driver side seat, and to the interior of the vehicle. the fire department did not report to the scene and the fire went out on its own. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic. the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the replacement of the front driver side door and seat. the wiring in the door was also replaced. the contact was not aware of the exact repair however, the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: MINEOLA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E16Z

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my daughter was driving the toyota 2006 corolla when the windows stop working, then the lights begin stop working so she parked the car. the car would not start up again so she was able to get someone with jumper cables to start the car. she contacted performance toyota who instructed her to bring the car to toyota. they informed us that the car computer's ecu unit needed to be replaced and they replaced the ecu with no charge since the car was under warranty. however, they charged me $257.99 for a wire that had shortened behind the dash causing the fuses to blow. i believe that it was due to the computer failure but they disagreed. then on june 20, 2012 while the car was being repaired by performance collision body shop they contacted me to inform me that the car wouldn't start. i towed it to performance toyota and they inform me that the ecu computer failed and needed to be replaced. i will submit a new complaint for this incident. *js

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

this is the 2nd time the computer ecu unit failed. my daughter drove the car to performance collision for some body work repairs. the body shop called to inform us that they couldn't complete the repairs because the car wouldn't start. i called aaa who towed the car to performance toyota. after they inspected the vehicle the technician manager told me that the ecu unit failed again and this time it was out of warranty. i had to pay $725.74 and performance toyota again replaced the ecu unit. toyota replaced the initial ecu on august 25, 2008 ( i filed a separate complaint) under warranty. i explained to toyota that a computer should not have to be replaced at all and out of all the 7 cars i've owned over the pass 40 years this is the first car that ever had so many mechanical problems. toyota claimed that the ecu computers don't last very long and need to be replaced about every 4 years. i don't believe these ecu are quality units and are defective. i'm hoping to get my money refunded. *js

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

ENGINE

while parked in an open parking lot at my vfw post, the car began to smoke and, eventually, went up in flames.

Reported in: MARANA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E56Z

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

last week, as i was driving on a paved road, i heard that maybe i hit a small rock, however, i did not see any rocks on the road. the next day, my ac stopped working. i found a posting on the internet that the a/c condensers on 2005/2006 corollas are not protected and there was a technical service bulletin issued by toyota- number ac002-06. toyota has redesigned the corolla to correct this problem in 2007 leaving 2005-2006 customers in the dust. i spoke with the toyota dealer in chantilly on 8/17/12, and he said that the technical bulletin was issued only for toyota mechanics' use, and that my car was no longer under warranty, even though i only have 35,000 miles on the car. he also wanted to charge me with $130 to diagnose the problem. i went to my personal mechanic instead, and he replaced the a/c condenser, charging me $556 for his service. he also said there was no way to protect this condenser so this does not happen in the future. the vehicle has very few miles, and toyota is aware of the problem. i request that a recall be issued so this problem is corrected and other customers like me do not have to pay for the temporary repair of the improper design. thank you.

Reported in: HERNDON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E66Z

SERVICE BRAKES

after driving about an hour on a highway late on a very humid evening, i experienced momentary loss of braking capability while traveling over an uneven road surface (through construction area). this experience occurred repeatedly as i continued my ride along main suburban roads and eventually into a residential area (at least 4 more times during a 20-minute period). i took the car to the dealer and toyota corporate, who said that since they couldn't (didn't) replicate the problem, it was as if it never happened. what?!! they won't even look any deeper into my car (even if i'm willing to pay the cost) to see if there are any non-obvious problems for fear of legal liability. i was told that it would cost too much (~$650), and they couldn't guarantee the problem would be corrected. i told them $650 was a small price to pay in comparison to someone's life being put at risk. i am soo concerned that i'm risking my life (and/or others') by driving the car, but i feel that i'm at a loss to get help from those best poised to help me (the manufacturer & dealer). has anyone else had this problem? can anyone suggest help, or another avenue i should pursue? i am scared to drive the car.

Reported in: RANDALLSTOWN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light with the brakes applied, the vehicle abnormally accelerated and crashed into another vehicle. the passenger of the second vehicle sustained neck injuries as a result. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection of the acceleration failure. the contact did not call the manufacturer to report the failure. the failure mileage was 49,600.

Reported in: VALLEY VILLEAGE CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E36Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 to 50 mph the accelerator pedal jammed. the contact attempted to depress the brakes, but it failed to slow the vehicle down. he immediately placed the vehicle in neutral and pressed the accelerator pedal, which deactivated the sudden acceleration. the vehicle resumed normal function. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was contacted and they advised him to take the vehicle to a dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 203,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: OAK HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owned a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 70 mph and making a turn, the floor mat became lodged between the floorboard and the accelerator pedal, causing the vehicle to erroneously accelerate. the vehicle crashed through a fenced, fell off a cliff and landed in a creek. the vehicle was destroyed. the contact sustained lacerations to the leg, a concussion and a shattered collar bone. the manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was unavailable. the vin was not available.

Reported in: CHARLESTON WV || Crash: Y || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle crashed into a curb and the back passenger side hubcap detached from the wheel. the hubcap was reattached. the contact also stated that the front passenger hubcap detached from the wheel while driving. the hubcap was replaced but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 73,000.

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN CT || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E26C

AIR BAGS

owner was driving with snow on the road and hit a slick spot that had ice. the vehicle started sliding sideways out of control off the highway. the car continued off the road, into a ditch, and hit a tree. the entire front end of the car was damaged; the hood was smashed, grill fell off, part of front bumper detached, headlight out of place. we were traveling around 50 mph when we ran off the highway. neither of the front air bags deployed. it was a front end impact and we were traveling fast enough that the air bags should have deployed. this has to be a defect of the air bags.

Reported in: WALDRON AR || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

driving on us 19 at approximately 50 mph when my car accelerated to 70 mph. i applied the brakes and it slowed back down and was fine after that. on december 5th i was stopped at a red light when it suddenly started to accelerate and i had to push hard on the brake pedal to keep from going into the intersection but, by the time the light turned green it was back to normal. i brought it to sun toyota and they could not find anything on the computer. they cleaned a part that they found to be dirty and said everything checked out fine. on january 9th i was pulling into the parking lot of sam's when it accelerated suddenly again and i had to use the curb to get it to stop. on january 18th i was at red light and it accelerated so loudly that the vehicle in front of me pulled over to the side thinking i was going to hit him. i put the car into neutral and it continued to rev and make a loud clicking sound. by the time the light turned green it had stopped and when i put it into drive it was fine. i went directly to the dealer and they gave me a 18003314331 #3 to call and report it because again they could not find anything wrong. i have parked the car and i don't know what i should do because i no longer feel safe driving it.

Reported in: SPRING HILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i backed my 2006 toyota corolla into a friend's driveway, and then put the car into drive to straighten it a bit. the car suddenly without warning shot across the street (perhaps at 45-50 mph), went over a 6" high cement retaining curbing, and across a lawn into another driveway. all the while i had my foot firmly on the brake (not the gas pedal). i swerved the wheel to avoid hitting a telephone pole, and the house. i finally got the car into neutral, and at last the brakes engaged, and i was able to stop the car avoiding a pick-up truck in the driveway and a tree. during this entire time the engine was loudly revving. other than 3 shredded tires and 2 ruined rims, the car seems to be intact. i have contacted toyota and hope for a successful resolution. the service manager at the dealership where this vehicle was purchased, however, said that since it is not under recall there is nothing they can do. meanwhile i will be fearful every time i get behind the wheel, which i have yet to do! 3 new tires and 2 new rims is a small price to pay - it could have been my life! had cars been passing by on this normally busy street, or children walking on the sidewalk on their way home from school - other lives as well could have been taken..this was a terrifying event! judging from all of the similar stories written regarding this make, model and year, toyota needs to do a recall to solve this problem once and for all.

Reported in: DANVERS MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

ENGINE

i backed my 2006 toyota corolla into a friend's driveway, and then put the car into drive to straighten it a bit. the car suddenly without warning shot across the street (perhaps at 45-50 mph), went over a 6" high cement retaining curbing, and across a lawn into another driveway. all the while i had my foot firmly on the brake (not the gas pedal). i swerved the wheel to avoid hitting a telephone pole, and the house. i finally got the car into neutral, and at last the brakes engaged, and i was able to stop the car avoiding a pick-up truck in the driveway and a tree. during this entire time the engine was loudly revving. other than 3 shredded tires and 2 ruined rims, the car seems to be intact. i have contacted toyota and hope for a successful resolution. the service manager at the dealership where this vehicle was purchased, however, said that since it is not under recall there is nothing they can do. meanwhile i will be fearful every time i get behind the wheel, which i have yet to do! 3 new tires and 2 new rims is a small price to pay - it could have been my life! had cars been passing by on this normally busy street, or children walking on the sidewalk on their way home from school - other lives as well could have been taken..this was a terrifying event! judging from all of the similar stories written regarding this make, model and year, toyota needs to do a recall to solve this problem once and for all.

Reported in: DANVERS MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

WHEELS

i backed my 2006 toyota corolla into a friend's driveway, and then put the car into drive to straighten it a bit. the car suddenly without warning shot across the street (perhaps at 45-50 mph), went over a 6" high cement retaining curbing, and across a lawn into another driveway. all the while i had my foot firmly on the brake (not the gas pedal). i swerved the wheel to avoid hitting a telephone pole, and the house. i finally got the car into neutral, and at last the brakes engaged, and i was able to stop the car avoiding a pick-up truck in the driveway and a tree. during this entire time the engine was loudly revving. other than 3 shredded tires and 2 ruined rims, the car seems to be intact. i have contacted toyota and hope for a successful resolution. the service manager at the dealership where this vehicle was purchased, however, said that since it is not under recall there is nothing they can do. meanwhile i will be fearful every time i get behind the wheel, which i have yet to do! 3 new tires and 2 new rims is a small price to pay - it could have been my life! had cars been passing by on this normally busy street, or children walking on the sidewalk on their way home from school - other lives as well could have been taken..this was a terrifying event! judging from all of the similar stories written regarding this make, model and year, toyota needs to do a recall to solve this problem once and for all.

Reported in: DANVERS MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

[xxx] toyota class action suit claim id:[xxx] 3/18/2013 vin [xxx] make toyota model corolla (except 2zz) year 2006 defective rear stop light again fixed at repair shop during routine oil change. vin: [xxx] year: 2006 make: toyota model: corolla ce / le / s style / body: sedan 4d engine: 1.8l i4 efi country of assembly: canada information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: NORTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

POWER TRAIN

this happened on i-95 north in maryland between md-32 and md-175. at highway speed, the manual transmission of my 2006 toyota corolla came apart. the car immediately started making noise and began to shake. i lost control for a few seconds from the shaking and the feeling as if someone was pressing on the brake pedal. once i gathered that something had failed (vs. a collision with a small object), i was able to supply extra gas and grip the wheel hard to prevent an accident. while making my way off the highway, the car squealed and grinded. i was only able to get into gear after several attempts at the two stop lights between the highway and the first parking lot i could find. i was fortunate. my research has shown that all four wheels have locked for others with this problem: http://www.change.org/petitions/unbearable-transmission-bearing.

Reported in: TOWSON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

WHEELS

this happened on i-95 north in maryland between md-32 and md-175. at highway speed, the manual transmission of my 2006 toyota corolla came apart. the car immediately started making noise and began to shake. i lost control for a few seconds from the shaking and the feeling as if someone was pressing on the brake pedal. once i gathered that something had failed (vs. a collision with a small object), i was able to supply extra gas and grip the wheel hard to prevent an accident. while making my way off the highway, the car squealed and grinded. i was only able to get into gear after several attempts at the two stop lights between the highway and the first parking lot i could find. i was fortunate. my research has shown that all four wheels have locked for others with this problem: http://www.change.org/petitions/unbearable-transmission-bearing.

Reported in: TOWSON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E76C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

on may 19, 2013 my husband and children were at a rest stop...our 2006 toyota corolla was parked engine on with the air condition on as well when they heard a loud explosion from the back of the car the rear windshield had shattered into a million pieces. it is still being held up by the tint. we took the car in to atkins kroll toyota dealership and they just kept telling us there was nothing they could do because it wasn't a recall. this is a huge safety issue... my children could have had shards of glass all over their faces if it wasn't for the tint or had they been driving on the road could have caused an accident. there should definitely be a recall on this. while still at the dealership we were referred to the body shop to get it investigate it and the body man said it could have been caused by the metal clippings that hold the windshield together but still to no avail.

Reported in: HAGATNA GU || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while traveling approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. the vehicle was able to be restarted but the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the ecm had failed. the contact also mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign number 10v384000 (engine and engine cooling). the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000. the vin was not available.

Reported in: ADELANTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2006 toyota corolla. consumer writes in regards to vehicle gas tank problems. *smd the consumer was informed, one of the straps, that held the gas tank in place was damaged.

Reported in: MANALAPAN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2006 toyota corolla. consumer writes in regards to vehicle sudden acceleration. *smd the consumer stated on two separate occasions, after he started the vehicle, and placed it in drive, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the dealer was unable to find any problems, and concluded it was due to driver pedal misapplication.

Reported in: LITCHFIELD NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph into a parking space, the vehicle unexpectedly increased acceleration. the vehicle failed to decelerate and traveled over a concrete parking barrier before crashing into the front end of an unoccupied vehicle. the driver's side frontal air bag deployed, which caused burns to the contact¿s left arm, bruised ribs and injuries to the chest area. a police report was filed and the vehicle was destroyed. the vehicle was towed in an authorized dealer but was not inspected to determine the cause of the acceleration failure. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 86,500.

Reported in: ORELAND PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

toyota has issued a technical service bulletin indicating that the a/c condenser is not properly protected, causing premature failure of the condenser unit. the number for this report is ac002-06. my a/c condenser has failed due to the faults in this condenser unit. i spoke with toyota at 1-800-331-4331, and they acknowledge that the part is faulty, but refuse to cover the replacement of this faulty unit as part of a recall. i'm concerned that, if toyota acknowledges that this part is faulty, they refuse to reall and replace this part.

Reported in: BLOOMINGTON IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was parking in my tandem parking spot behind my husband's car. i tapped the accelerator and then stepped on the brake to finish parking. when my foot was on the brake, the car continued to accelerate. i pressed harder on the brake but the car continued to accelerate, and stopped when it hit my husband's car. the hood, bumper, grill, and front fenders on my car were damaged. the bumper on his car was cracked. i am certain i was pressing the brake and not the accelerator. i filed a complaint with toyota. they did an edr investigation on my car but could not replicate the problem or find evidence of sua. the person who did the inspection told me he deemed it was safe to drive. toyota takes about 3-4 weeks to close the case from the time of inspection. i was still concerned from background information i had read about sua (that often it cannot be detected or replicated) and did not want to drive the car anymore. i traded in the car and purchased a new car (a honda this time), and was up front with them about the incident.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR32E96Z

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration and caused the contact to crash into the proceeding vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the front fender was replaced; however, there was no part replaced for the acceleration failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 250 and the current mileage was 53,000. updated 11/13/13*lj the consumer stated it took a total of four (4) trips to the dealer in order to repair the acceleration issue. the paint on the fender began to peel after being repainted due to the accident caused by the acceleration failure. updated 11/18/2013*js

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration and caused the contact to crash into the proceeding vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the front fender was replaced; however, there was no part replaced for the acceleration failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 250 and the current mileage was 53,000. updated 11/13/13*lj the consumer stated it took a total of four (4) trips to the dealer in order to repair the acceleration issue. the paint on the fender began to peel after being repainted due to the accident caused by the acceleration failure. updated 11/18/2013*js

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E66C

POWER TRAIN

at speeds about 45 mph , cars jerks and shakes and check engine light comes on . the dealer replace ecm for recall and 2 days later , the car still does the same thing. i hear alot of horror stories about this problem and toyota should fix it for free . i am afraid to drive far from my house but i cannot afford to buy a new car right now . last time i buy a toyota !!!!!!

Reported in: ACWORTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32E26Z

VISIBILITY/WIPER

i was driving in a driving rainstorm on the baltimore beltway between two cars at 6 am when my drivers side windshield wiper arm came off. i could not see! fortunately i am tall enough to lean over and drive looking out the passenger side but a shorter person could have had a serious accident. i would like to add this has been a good car.

Reported in: PHOENIX MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i was backing up out of a parking space, stopped and put car in drive position, and 2006 toyota corolla accelerated to a high speed, engine roared. i put my foot on brake immediately, shut off engine and pulled emergency brake. lights on dashboard were lit, and i had no power steering. car bolted forward and hit the back of a parked truck which stopped my vehicle. my daughter was in the passenger side and experienced this horrible event. i was bringing her home from an operation on her arm. needless to say, we were both terrified. had car towed to the toyota garage. the service manager said he couldn't touch the car due to protocol, and gave me the 800 # for toyota. that was on a monday and on friday i had to get my own rental car as i had not heard from toyota in regard to a rental car.

Reported in: N.EASHAM MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

STEERING

i was backing up out of a parking space, stopped and put car in drive position, and 2006 toyota corolla accelerated to a high speed, engine roared. i put my foot on brake immediately, shut off engine and pulled emergency brake. lights on dashboard were lit, and i had no power steering. car bolted forward and hit the back of a parked truck which stopped my vehicle. my daughter was in the passenger side and experienced this horrible event. i was bringing her home from an operation on her arm. needless to say, we were both terrified. had car towed to the toyota garage. the service manager said he couldn't touch the car due to protocol, and gave me the 800 # for toyota. that was on a monday and on friday i had to get my own rental car as i had not heard from toyota in regard to a rental car.

Reported in: N.EASHAM MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was backing up out of a parking space, stopped and put car in drive position, and 2006 toyota corolla accelerated to a high speed, engine roared. i put my foot on brake immediately, shut off engine and pulled emergency brake. lights on dashboard were lit, and i had no power steering. car bolted forward and hit the back of a parked truck which stopped my vehicle. my daughter was in the passenger side and experienced this horrible event. i was bringing her home from an operation on her arm. needless to say, we were both terrified. had car towed to the toyota garage. the service manager said he couldn't touch the car due to protocol, and gave me the 800 # for toyota. that was on a monday and on friday i had to get my own rental car as i had not heard from toyota in regard to a rental car.

Reported in: N.EASHAM MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

STRUCTURE:BODY

i was backing up out of a parking space, stopped and put car in drive position, and 2006 toyota corolla accelerated to a high speed, engine roared. i put my foot on brake immediately, shut off engine and pulled emergency brake. lights on dashboard were lit, and i had no power steering. car bolted forward and hit the back of a parked truck which stopped my vehicle. my daughter was in the passenger side and experienced this horrible event. i was bringing her home from an operation on her arm. needless to say, we were both terrified. had car towed to the toyota garage. the service manager said he couldn't touch the car due to protocol, and gave me the 800 # for toyota. that was on a monday and on friday i had to get my own rental car as i had not heard from toyota in regard to a rental car.

Reported in: N.EASHAM MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 2T1BR32E36C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

check engine light came on randomly 5 times over the past 2 months. filed complaint with toyota. ecm seems to be acting up, they think it's an issue with a manifold gasket. taking vehicle to dealer this week to have them diagnose the issue.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

check engine light came on randomly 5 times over the past 2 months. filed complaint with toyota. ecm seems to be acting up, they think it's an issue with a manifold gasket. taking vehicle to dealer this week to have them diagnose the issue.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. the contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle erroneously accelerated and the contact crashed into a pole followed by another vehicle. there were no injuries. a police report was filed. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted about the failure. updated 3/28/14*cn the consumer was stopped at a red light, and shifter to park, when the light changed green, he shifted to drive, and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the consumer stated the police report indicated he was rear ended and then crashed into a pole. updated 04/24/14

Reported in: VISTA CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E76Z

STRUCTURE

was driving thru heavy snow and got stuck; lower amber side light (right) popped out. lower bumper broke.

Reported in: HARTLAND MN || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E960

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

was driving thru heavy snow and got stuck; lower amber side light (right) popped out. lower bumper broke.

Reported in: HARTLAND MN || Crash: Y || VIN #: JTDBR32E960

STRUCTURE:BODY

i was driving my toyota had just left my house and i turned the corner and just asfter i turned the corner the car shut off completely. i erred to move from middle of road so it restarted and i drove about 20 ft turned a corner to park the car and it shut off again. i then noticed smoke coming from under the hood. a minute or two later i'm on the phone w fire department cause my car was in flames. after fire was put out by fire dept the firefighter said the car is a total loss and i only had liability. they towed to a salvage yard and i was told by firefighter cause of fire is unknown, possibly something electrical may have shorted he was not sure. two days later, i see a safety recall for my car on the news was announced for possible fire in engine compartment.

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

ENGINE

i was driving my toyota had just left my house and i turned the corner and just asfter i turned the corner the car shut off completely. i erred to move from middle of road so it restarted and i drove about 20 ft turned a corner to park the car and it shut off again. i then noticed smoke coming from under the hood. a minute or two later i'm on the phone w fire department cause my car was in flames. after fire was put out by fire dept the firefighter said the car is a total loss and i only had liability. they towed to a salvage yard and i was told by firefighter cause of fire is unknown, possibly something electrical may have shorted he was not sure. two days later, i see a safety recall for my car on the news was announced for possible fire in engine compartment.

Reported in: HENDERSON NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NXBR32EX6Z

STRUCTURE:BODY

my daughter was involved in an accident, she was t-boned in the drivers door by a mercedes benz suv going 40mph and the drivers side impact air bag did not deploy. the policewoman, emt, and tow truck driver all could not believe the air bag did not deploy. by the grace of god my daughter is going to be fine after some recovery time. however i feel had the air bag deployed her injuries would have been lessened considerably. when i purchased the car i purposely looked for one with the additional side impact air bags. i am very disturbed that this safety feature i had hoped would provide additional safety for my child failed so miserably.

Reported in: SANTA CLARITA CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E56Z

AIR BAGS

my daughter was involved in an accident, she was t-boned in the drivers door by a mercedes benz suv going 40mph and the drivers side impact air bag did not deploy. the policewoman, emt, and tow truck driver all could not believe the air bag did not deploy. by the grace of god my daughter is going to be fine after some recovery time. however i feel had the air bag deployed her injuries would have been lessened considerably. when i purchased the car i purposely looked for one with the additional side impact air bags. i am very disturbed that this safety feature i had hoped would provide additional safety for my child failed so miserably.

Reported in: SANTA CLARITA CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1NXBR30E56Z

ENGINE

engine stalled during driving, the car all suddenly lost power. no indication of usual before. reignite the car, run looks like normal again. has no problem for 10 days so far. not quite sure how caused it?

Reported in: TEANECK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2T1BR30E66C

TIRES

i observed a rear tire with a large bulge in the sidewall of the tire upon getting out of the vehicle. the tire is about 1 year old cooper tire. cs4 touring tire. 195/65r-15

Reported in: GUERNEVILLE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. while driving 50 mph, another vehicle on the driver¿s side switched lanes and side crashed the contact¿s vehicle. the air bag failed to deploy and the contact¿s head struck the dashboard. the contact was not treated for his injury. the manufacturer was not notified and the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

our toyota corolla 2006 had a srs air bag warning light come on. we took it to the dealership and we were informed that the driver’s airbag module is attached to a spiral cable assembly with electrical connections that have become damaged from turning the steering wheel. the damage to the spinal wire caused the air bag warning lamp to illuminate which means that the air bags may not deploy in an accident. the spinal cord needs to be replaced. there is a similar issue on other corollas i believe they are years 2009 and 2010 and so i think this needs to be looked into since it is happening on our vehicle.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

AIR BAGS

our toyota corolla 2006 had a srs air bag warning light come on. we took it to the dealership and we were informed that the driver’s airbag module is attached to a spiral cable assembly with electrical connections that have become damaged from turning the steering wheel. the damage to the spinal wire caused the air bag warning lamp to illuminate which means that the air bags may not deploy in an accident. the spinal cord needs to be replaced. there is a similar issue on other corollas i believe they are years 2009 and 2010 and so i think this needs to be looked into since it is happening on our vehicle.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E360

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

our toyota corolla 2006 had a srs air bag warning light come on. we took it to the dealership and we were informed that the driver’s airbag module is attached to a spiral cable assembly with electrical connections that have become damaged from turning the steering wheel. the damage to the spinal wire caused the air bag warning lamp to illuminate which means that the air bags may not deploy in an accident. the spinal cord needs to be replaced. there is a similar issue on other corollas i believe they are years 2009 and 2010 and so i think this needs to be looked into since it is happening on our vehicle.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: JTDBR32E360