2006 Toyota Corolla Power Train Problems
- 24
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 24 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 7 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
- engine light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road, and reset the module by turning the vehicle on and off several times. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 164,000.
ODI 11282633
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Car stalled while turning at an intersection; car was in motion. Dashboard went black. No power or control of vehicle. Was unable to restart vehicle with multiple attempts. All systems were 'dead'. After ~ 30 minutes, was able to spontaneously start vehicle and drive. Battery had been replaced~18 mos. Ago; tank was full.
ODI 11172512
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. When the contact shifted the gear lever from drive into park, the gear lever would not lock into place. The contact mentioned that the gear was loose and that the emergency brake needed to be applied to stop the vehicle from rolling forward. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the shifter cable needed to be replaced. The…
ODI 11133565
Power Train
My car made a sound like rocks in a blender and stopped moving forward. I shifted in to neutral and coasted to a stop. The sound was from the automatic transmission.i tried to shift back into gear (drive) but was unable to get it to go into drive and the sound the trans was making was to say the least horrible . At the time this happened i was heading for the on ramp to interstate 90. I had four children in this car…
ODI 10726230
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 35 mph, a check engine warning indicator illuminated and dimmed on its own. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 05/11/16*lj *tr
ODI 10811482
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
Brakes do not stop vehicle, brakes have to be applied to the floor to stop vehicle. Engine surges while at stop sign or red light. When shifting to drive or reverse vehicle takes off quickly. *tr
ODI 10659406
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate over 40 mph. The vehicle was restarted and all the warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle failed to reverse and moved forward. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the shifter cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. On a separate occasion, while attempting to…
Crash reported
ODI 10706242
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 !!!!!! *tr
ODI 10551201
Power Train · 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…
ODI 10505246
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…
ODI 10444118
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…
ODI 10395668
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…
ODI 10449992
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…
Crash reported
ODI 10364980
Power Train
2006 toyota corolla with 1zz-fe has recently stalled twice shortly after being started. *tr
ODI 10341362
Power Train · 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…
ODI 10339049
Electrical System · 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. *tr
ODI 10326132
Electrical System · 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…
ODI 10317363
Power Train
Check engine light came on and car died while driving. Ecu not communicating with techstream. Ecu replaced. *tr
ODI 10317183
Electrical System · 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…
ODI 10321253
Electrical System · 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??? *tr
ODI 10313965
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
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10307118
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. *tr
ODI 10269688
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. *tr
ODI 10253056
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…
ODI 10237544