Toyota Camry

Name: 2006 Toyota Camry
Brand: Toyota

EPA MPG: 28 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 28 mpg

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RECALL ALERT: There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

RECALL ALERT: There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

We expect the 2025 Camry will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from the 2025 model.

The 2006 Toyota Camry has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls

Most Common Trouble Spots

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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2006 Toyota Camry owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Ball joints

"The ball joints wore out, resulting in front-end misalignment and uneven tire wear. After replacing left and right lower ball joints and re-aligning the front end, the problem was resolved."

Anonymous, CA (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Power steering leaks

"Power steeriing hose leaking due to brittle parts. Replaced power steering hoses and clamps."

Anonymous, ON (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.3-L V6)

Shocks or struts

"I have to fix it right now it driver like a boat"

Anonymous, MN (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Springs or torsion bars

"Steadily getting worse over the last couple of years. Noise from rear suspension. Supposedly, rear suspension parts and struts need to be replaced- about $1200."

Anonymous, CO (2006 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"Every thing gets old"

Anonymous, MN (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Steering wheel vibration

"Needed new rotors which caused the shaking in the alignment and steering. After repairs it drives like new and has resolved."

Anonymous A., WA (2006 Toyota Camry LE 3.3-L V6)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"Gas cap is not sealing properly"

Anonymous, OH (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

"slow leak fuel tank cap sensor triggeres engine malfunction warning. new filling cap ended issue"

Anonymous, FL (2006 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Other emissions/fuel system problem

"Leak in radiator and had to be replaced. Then next month the starter had to be replaced."

Anonymous, GA (2006 Toyota Camry SE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"For a number of years, the check engine light goes off when the car is serviced, but comes on again within a couple weeks. I've taken the car to the dealership, a different dealership, three chain repair/service shops, and an independent shop, and nothing has made a difference. I understand that this is not a problem with my 2006 Toyota only, that others have had the same problem."

Anonymous, NC (2006 Toyota Camry LE 3.0-L V6)

Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

"Faulty gas cap ."

Anonymous, OH (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Catalytic converter

"Two of the sensors in the catalytic converter failed in rapid succession. This caused a vehicle maintenance light to come on."

Anonymous, WA (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Muffler

"Approximately early in the summer, when the car had sat for more than a day, the engine had a rough start when before it turned over. As days passed, that rough sound was accompanied by the emission of smoke from the rear. It wasn't going away, so I took it to my trusty car repairmen and the problem was resolved."

Anonymous, MD (2006 Toyota Camry 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"Needed to replace. Not sure if it was regular wear and tear or not."

Anonymous, CA (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Other/unsure

"Had an issue with a rodent getting into the engine, getting squashed and having to have that cleaned and some wiring it chewed replaced. Later the starter stopped working."

Anonymous, OR (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"A few years ago my air-conditioning wasn't working. Cost a fortune and multiple garage visits to get it somewhat fixed."

Anonymous, KY (2006 Toyota Camry Unsure)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Cruise control

"The steering wheel speed control switch lever broke. The switch assembly was replaced."

Anonymous, CA (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Keyless entry

"Remote keyless entry instrument died two years ago at the old age of 15. I check with my toyota dealersship and replacement would be +$1000. I did not get this repair."

Anonymous A., NE (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"About Oct 2023, fob stopped working. According to our mechanic the 'brain', computer gizmo is kaput. About $1200 to r & r."

Anonymous, CO (2006 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Glass defects

"The car came with a manufacturer tint on the windows. The tint is peeling on 3 of 4 of the windows."

Anonymous, TX (2006 Toyota Camry SE)

Sunroof

"When sunroof closes must be in right spot or will leak, got to open an close multiple times to get in right place"

Anonymous A., NH (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

What Owners Say

Alternator

"Alternator bearing fail. Alternator replaced. Problem resolved."

Anonymous A., CA (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Starter

"After trying several things to get my car to start I believe the motor has frozen up and I need a new engine."

Anonymous, CA (2006 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

What Owners Say

Engine rebuild or replacement

"An oil change mistake (wrong filter used and it blew out all of the oil) caused engine to stop running. The Mechanic Shop fixed my car free of charge but I did not as how they fixed the car. It runs really good so far. Been about six weeks to date since it happened."

Anonymous, FL (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

"I didnt do the replacement yet. The car would not start one day. Checked the battery and alternator both were good. Thought it was the starter so I bought a starter. After that did not fix the problem I believe my engine froze up because when I turn the ignition absolutely nothing happens. The car has leaked oil everywhere but I never found where it came from and no water was ever in the oil."

Anonymous, CA (2006 Toyota Camry Base 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"The paint on the roof of the car is completely faded. It looks like the car has been sitting under a tree and is dirty but in actuality it is the paint."

Anonymous, TX (2006 Toyota Camry SE)

"The paint is bubbling an existing ,"

Anonymous A., NH (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

In-dash navigation system (GPS)

"A CD was stuck and now nothing works. No GPS, CD player, etc. Only thing that works is the radio. Has been bad a number of years now. Decided the cost was too much to get fixed."

Anonymous, KY (2006 Toyota Camry Unsure)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

What Owners Say

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

What Owners Say

Radiator

"Radiator replaced due to leak. Problem resolved."

Anonymous A., CA (2006 Toyota Camry XLE 3.0-L V6)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Seals and/or weather-stripping

"oil leak from engine seal on top of engine. Seal replaced."

Anonymous, ON (2006 Toyota Camry LE 2.4-L 4 Cyl)

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

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SEATS

Jun 02, 2016

If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

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Summary:

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2005-2011 4Runner, Highlander, Sequoia, and Sienna, 2005-2010 Avalon and Tundra, 2006-2008 Camry Solara, 2006-2010 Highlander hybrid, 2006-2011 Rav4 and Tacoma, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2007-2011 Camry hybrid, 2009-2010 Venza, 2010-2012 Prius, 1988-1990 and 2005-2010 Camry, and 1989 and 2009-2010 Corolla vehicles equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters with a copper strand heating element. The electrical wiring in the seat heaters may be damaged when the seat cushion is compressed.

What should you do:

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the seat heaters, free of charge, and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET number for this recall is SET16B.

For more information:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 16V396000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 7749

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SEATS

Nov 19, 2014

Damage to the seat heater wiring could cause the wires to short, increasing the risk of the seat burning and causing personal injury to the occupant.

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Summary:

Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Prius and Corolla, 2009-2011 Venza, 2006-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 FJ Cruiser, 2005-2011 Sienna and Sequoia, 2006-2011 Tacoma 4x2 and 4x4, Camry, Highlander, Tundra 4x2 and 4x4, and 2007-2011 Rav4 and 4Runner. The affected vehicles may experience compression of the seat cushion which may damage the seat heater wiring.

What should you do:

SET will notify owners, and dealers will disconnect the heaters with copper strand heating elements and refund the purchase price of the seat heater accessory, free of charge. The recall is expected to began in January 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.

For more information:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 14V743000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 3233

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EQUIPMENT

Feb 03, 2010

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

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Summary:

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

What should you do:

DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.

For more information:

OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO <A HREF=HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV>HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV</A> .

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V035000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 271417

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EQUIPMENT

Feb 03, 2010

A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Summary:

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

What should you do:

DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.

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NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V036000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 153418

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EQUIPMENT

Nov 22, 2005

A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Summary:

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS" THE VEHICLES' TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL OR PLACARD ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE B-PILLAR INCORRECTLY INDICATES THE SPARE TIRE SIZE.

What should you do:

OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW TIRE INFORMATION PLACARDS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER'S OPTION, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

For more information:

TOYOTA RECALL NO. SSC 50T.CUSTOMERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 05V539000

Potential Number of Units Affected: 4503

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