2006 Toyota Tacoma Engine Problems
- 17
- 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 17 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- motor mount · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. While the vehicle was parked, the contact could smell smoke near the vehicle. The contact observed flames around the front driver's side wheel. While the vehicle was on fire, the contact drove the vehicle home to extinguish it with a fire extinguisher. The fire and police departments were not contacted. The contact called pat lobb's toyota of mckinney (located at 3350 s…
Fire reported
ODI 11278091
Engine
Truck had excelerator to full on 3 occasions and on each episode i barely avoided death, these are extreme episodes , the vehicle went full blast from idle , it had happened 3 times
ODI 11230970
Engine
2006 tacoma 120,000 miles is leaking antifreeze into the engine. Personal mechanics smelled burning antifreeze coming from the exhaust and saw it leaking. Tells us we could blow the head gasket and it needs to be replaced. I noticed about 3 days ago has my truck warmed up it would shudder almost stall out while driving.
ODI 11157275
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle felt as if it would stall and a loud rattling noise was heard coming from the engine. The engine and oil pressure warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the head gasket was cracked and needed to be replaced. The contact called toyota of runnemede at [redacted] (located at…
ODI 11157310
Body · Engine · Power Train
I took my 2006 toyota tacoma to boch toyota as part of toyota service campaign regarding frame recall back in dec of 2015. I waited 5 months to get my truck back to get it back in deplorable conditions. Truck was not repaired satisfactorily and i am still having issues with it. I have made several complaints to toyota and both toyota to no avail. Truck barely running. *tr
ODI 10929818
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart after several attempts. The failure recurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that rust from the frame corroded the neutral safety switch. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 73,000.
ODI 10679673
Engine · Underbody Shields
The vehicle frame is very corroded in numerous spots, especially in weld areas and behind the front wheels. Some fasteners also appear to be abnormally corroded. The engine accessory pulleys are also in very poor condition. The corrosion is odd in that it is not consistent. I mean that some components and fasteners show minor corrosion while others are excessive. The vehicle frame is also very corroded in isolated…
ODI 10605065
Engine · Power Train
I was slowly entering a parking space. I pressed the brake pedal and the engine speed increased to maximum rpm. I jammed the emergency brake and threw the transmission into "park." a great cloud of blue smoke issued forth from the spinning tires. This never happened before and it's definitely a problem with the truck and not my foot! Several years ago, as a pedestrian, i saw the exact same thing happen to a jeep…
ODI 10563264
Engine
Noticed a loud rubbing noise from the radiator fan hitting the shroud in reverse. Opened the hood to observe that entire engine was leaning to the drivers side. Noticed from under vehicle that the drivers side motor mount was collapsed into the frame by approximately 3/4 of an inch. Further observation indicated that the mount appeared to break at the weld and then tear the frame in front and behind of the welds for…
ODI 10551855
Body · Engine · Steering
Whiled i was driving i went over a bump in the road. The fan on my truck started making a loud noise. I took the vehicle to a repair shop to be checked. This i when i found out that the frame on my 2005 toyota tacoma was cracked and caving in where the motor mounts attach to the frame. This caused the motor to drop down and the fan started hitting on the shroud. Also it pierced a hole in my upper oil pan when the…
ODI 10785651
Engine
The technician notified me of a timing cover oil leak. The cost to repair was quoted as $2,763.00. This leak has been identified as a common problem on 2006 tacoma and discussed on several auto forums. Toyota should initiate a recall to fix this high dollar, manufacturer error. *tr
ODI 10521900
Engine · Service Brakes · Vehicle Speed Control
As i was rolling down hill and applying the brakes, the truck suddenly accelerated. As i pressed the brakes harder the anti-lock brakes activated and the truck continued to move forward for a short distance, almost into on coming traffic, while the engine could be heard loud as if the gas peddle was being pushed although the brakes were being applied only. Scary! Uncontrollable forward movement and acceleration…
ODI 10502270
Engine · Power Train
For at least 2 mos previous i would hear a chirping noise from the engine compartment. It would get louder as you accelerated & seamed more noticeable in warmer weather. Took vehicle in to dhc torrance toyota & said it was my idler bearings. I thought that was odd since the truck only has 37400 miles. It cost me over $800.00. *tr
ODI 10480075
Engine · Underbody Shields
Around the end of april my tacoma started making a horrible noise whenever i backed up. After some searching around i found my fan was rubbing on its cover. Next i looked into why on some forums, so after some research i discovered its do too a broken motor mount. I got under my truck and true to behold my motor mount had collapsed into the frame. This is a well known issue with 05-06 tacoma's yet toyota wont do…
ODI 10458125
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning causing the vehicle to crash into a hill. A police report was filed and there were injuries reported that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10593532
Engine
The technician notified me of a timing cover oil leak. The cost to repair was quoted as $2,763.00. This leak has been identified as a common problem on 2006 tacoma and discussed on several auto forums. Toyota should initiate a recall to fix this high dollar, manufacturer error. *tr
ODI 10497720
Engine
When first startup in morning, i hear a bad knocking noise it goes away after the engine warms up but as soon as it cools off, it is back again.. Happens mostly when it is cooler
ODI 11291462