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2006 Toyota Camry Solara Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara, most often about the body and structure (39% of complaints, typically around 50,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about Camry Solara model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2006 Toyota Camry Solara problems
Body and structure
45 complaints · 39%Half of these problems showed up before 50,000 miles. Parts named most often: body, interior panels.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that there were cracks in the dashboard. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for an inspection or repairs. The failure was reported to the manufacturer and two dealers. The failure mileage was 50,000. The current mileage was 100,000. ...updated…
I own a 2006 Toyota solara convertible. This car is garaged except when driven. Earlier this year I noticed small cracks developing around the edges of the dashboard. However, now the cracks have grown and there are some very large cracks. I am very concerned about the large cracks developing on the passenger side of…
Speed control
19 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 36,000 miles. Parts named most often: cables.
I am reporting 2 instances of unintended throttle acceleration in my 2006 solara. Circumstances in both cases were similar. The two cases: (1) approximately november 1, 2009 -- I was driving slowly in a parking lot. I braked to make a turn when the engine suddenly accelerated violently. Stepping hard on the brake and…
Tl contact owns a 2006 Toyota solara. The contact stated that the driver of the vehicle was driving approximately 5 MPH. The driver applied the brakes and the accelerator pedal was stuck. As a result to the accelerator pedal sticking or the floor mats causing the accelerator pedal failure, the driver crashed into a…
Air bags
17 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 66,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
Struck from rear by another driver at high rate of speed; was thrown forward into driver side interior door panel and driver's head struck the convertible top metal top-folding structure. Believe the seat belt tensioner device failed to function properly and the air bag failed to deploy, as well. The convertible top…
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and then turned on when the air bag suddenly deployed. The contact received injuries to their arms and medical attention was required. The contact had not been able to find a dealer who was willing to repair air bags…
Visibility and wipers
15 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 48,000 miles. Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, power window devices and controls.
Twice black foam material emits from heating and air conditioning ducts staining clothing, and getting in eyes causing irritation and blurred vision. Second time this almost caused an accident. Vehicle has been to dealer twice problem has not been resolved.
I own a 2006 Toyota solara. Low mileage. My entire dash board is cracking apart fore some unknown reason. The surface is becoming gummy and shiny. Interferes with visiblility when driving. I took the vehicle to Toyota and they said it had to do with the material used. They would have to replace the dash. This is…
Electrical
9 complaints · 8%Positive battery cable is corroded, including the wires connected to the battery terminal. Corrosion was a large mound when we opened hood to add washer fluid. Tried to remove corrosion and discovered the entire connection to battery terminal has disintegrated. Rigged it up with $3 part from autozone. Dealer states…
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact smelled smoke and the front passenger side window opened independently. The contact discovered that the window control on the front driver side door was melting down into the door. The vehicle was taken to an independent…
Brakes
8 complaints · 7%Anti-lock brakes don't work properly on slippery roads. The brakes seem to pulsate to rapidly when depressed and don't stop until brakes are released.
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry Solara. The contact stated that there was an increase in braking distance and time. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised the contact that the failure could be caused by the master cylinder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they…
Other or unspecified
8 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 83,000 miles.
Complaint regarding sticky, shiny dashboard. I just purchased a 2006 Toyota solara. Complaint is about the dashboard. (1) the stickyness of the dashboard - holds dust and grime and can not be cleaned, and (2) the sticky surface results in a shiny/reflective creating a safety hazard as it reflects glare both day and…
My dash is cracking and falling apart. What kind of engineering is this that the dash falls apart in such a short time in a car that is supposed to out last its competitors.
Transmission
7 complaints · 6%Parts named most often: automatic transmission.
Within the past 6 months, I've noticed a lag between the time I depress the accelerator and the transmission engaging. This mainly occurs at low speeds, however, it does occur when decelerating (when approaching a traffic light for example) and I have to accelerate if the light changes. I contacted the local…
I own a 2006 Toyota solara convertible. While driving this vehicle I have to accelerate, for example when changing lanes on the highway and trying to increase speed, the vehicle hesitates and there is a delay and then will increase in power. This is dangerous because this also happened at an intersection when I was…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 Toyota Camry Solara recalls
Seats: seat heater/cooler
Risk: If damaged, the copper strand heating element may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Equipment: labels
Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Engine surging
Summary
The petitioner owns a my 2006 toyota camry with a 4-cylinder engine that was purchased new in january 2006. The petitioner also previously owned a my 2005 camry. He alleges that both vehicles exhibited vehicle engine surging, which he described as a short duration (1 to 2 second) increase in engine speed occurring while the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In an initial interview, the petitioner estimated that 6 to 8 surge incidents, of varying severity, occurred in the my 2006 vehicle over the course of 10,000 miles and 7 months of ownership. The petitioner reports that the brake system is effective at overcoming the surge. However, he is concerned about reports filed with NHTSA alleging
Questions about the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: body and structure (45 complaints, typically around 50,000 miles); speed control (19 complaints, typically around 36,000 miles); air bags (17 complaints, typically around 66,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 Toyota Camry Solara have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 2, 2016 (seats). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the Toyota Camry Solara?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about Camry Solara model year since 2000, with 116 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.