CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Toyota Avalon has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 360 complaints with NHTSA, including 54 crashes, 4 fires, 35 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (103 reports).
2006 Toyota Avalon recalls
Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Certain vehicles were equipped with aftermarket accessory seat heaters that have a copper strand heating element.
Most common 2006 Toyota Avalon problems
Problem areas named in the 360 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 103 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 57 |
| Power Train | 53 |
| Steering | 35 |
| Air Bags | 27 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
| Structure | 23 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 |
What owners report
Car catch a fire while I was working inside
In my 2006 Toyota Avalon XL on dashboard appeared SRS Airbag light. Unable to clear it.
The vehicles whole dash and lower part of dash has cracked everywhere. Itâs gotten a sticky film on it which makes a glare on my windshield. Makes it difficult to see. If you are driving towards the sun it makes it very dangerous when you canât see ahead of you.
When vehicle needed to abruptly stop to avoid an accident it failed twice resulting in collision
Master cylinder leaking from seal may be leaking into brake booster causing brake light to illuminate and no resistance w brake pedal have to press the break pedal all the way to slow down.
2006 Toyota Avalon questions
Does the 2006 Toyota Avalon have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2006 Toyota Avalon: Aftermarket Seat Heaters May Short Circuit and Cause Fire; Seats:Front Assembly:Seat Heater/Cooler; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder; Equipment:Other:Labels; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Toyota Avalon?
Based on 360 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (103), Engine And Engine Cooling (57), Power Train (53).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Toyota Avalon has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.