general problems of the 2006 Toyota Camry

14 problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 2006 Toyota Camry. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Toyota Camry based on all problems reported for the 2006 Camry.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/27/2025

The steering wheel while taking a right turn locked and wouldn't straighten all lights turned off on the panel all was locked and caused a crash because steering was locked into a turn.

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/01/2025

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? locks not working how was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? only driver lock is unlocking/opening has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? yes has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? dealership and mechanic were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? yes. Off& on for several months, then finally stopped completely.

3 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2020

Passenger airbag sensor on now and the wheels grind after brake change and highway rides are unsafe always has been just my wife doesn't feel safe driving it.

4 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 05/05/2018

Passenger side front and rear door locks does not open and lock using the remote nor . Door lock button.

5 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2017

~tl-the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was cracked. None of the dashboard functions had been effected. The failure mileage was 120,000. Tf.

6 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 01/07/2017

Traveling at highway speeds in damp rainy cool weather,the airbag light came on and it's staying on.

7 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2016

I was driving on the free way, suddenly many lights came on like abs, engine check, brake and more. Meanwhile cluster went brighter and gauges went crazy. So I pulled over and got off from free way. Not car went more crazy. Speedometer show zero and brake applies by itself like emergency brake. So I am pregnant and scared . So I left the car b y the street and went home. It happened just today in the morning. I am living in zip 91367. Please advice and help.

8 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 11/22/2014

Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Toyota Camry. The contact stated the air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 165,000. Lb.

9 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 09/25/2014

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 mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician stated that the power window master switch assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 173,000.

10 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/06/2012

Drivers window switch burnt out causing window motor to fail. Toyota is recalling 7. 5 million cars for this, but says that mine is not one of them.

11 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/29/2010

2006 Toyota Camry. Consumer writes in regards to a vehicle fire the consumer stated prior to the fire, the engine light illuminated. He looked out the window and saw a woman screaming that his vehicle was on fire. He immediately pulled over to the shoulder, jumped out of the vehicle and then it burst into flames. The cause of the fire had not been determined.

12 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/22/2010

This is a solution to a vexing problem. The "ghost in the ecu" problem has been solved with simple inexpensive technology. It is installed on a vehicle in so cal (near disneyland), available for demonstration. Getting the word out without being overrun by media is a delicate balance, so I contacted you folks through this form. The technology is patent pending, and licensing or assigning it is the goal. Please don't condemn me for being open and honest. (this is identical to prior submission except this one elects for me to receive email confirmation).

13 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 04/22/2010

This is a solution to a vexing problem. The "ghost in the ecu" problem has been solved with simple inexpensive technology. It is installed on a vehicle in so cal (near disneyland), available for demonstration. Getting the word out without being overrun by media is a delicate balance, so I contacted you folks through this form. The technology is patent pending, and licensing or assigning it is the goal. Please don't condemn me for being open and honest.

14 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 08/10/2006

I have a late 2006 Toyota Camry that has standard stereo option with cd and with volume and channel selection on the steering wheel. I have noticed at least two separate incidents the stereo turns on by itself. I typically do not listen to the music and keep the radio off.



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