2006 Toyota Corolla Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2006 Toyota Corolla, 12% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 50,748 miles. The words owners use most often: “control module” (13% of reports).
- 104engine and engine cooling complaints
- 50,748median miles at failure
- 4mention a crash
- 5mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,000typical repair cost reported by owners
- 32%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Control module: mentioned in 13 of 104 complaints (13%)
- Engine computer: mentioned in 10 of 104 complaints (10%)
- Technical service bulletin: mentioned in 6 of 104 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine and engine cooling repair on the 2006 Toyota Corolla at $1,000, and half of them between $690 and $1,400.
Based on 15 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2008–2011), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 94 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 104 complaints, 4 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 5 an injury.
Toyota Corolla engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 1,500 |
| 2015 Corolla | 1 | 0% | 125,000 |
| 2014 Corolla | 2 | 1% | 990 |
| 2013 Corolla | 3 | 1% | 188,000 |
| 2011 Corolla | 7 | 1% | 175 |
| 2010 Corolla | 10 | 1% | 9,020 |
| 2009 Corolla | 42 | 3% | 13,500 |
| 2008 Corolla | 33 | 11% | 36,500 |
| 2007 Corolla | 68 | 8% | 30,000 |
| 2006 Corolla | 104 | 12% | 50,748 |
| 2005 Corolla | 92 | 11% | 59,500 |
| 2004 Corolla | 46 | 10% | 5,611 |
| 2003 Corolla | 92 | 13% | 29,285 |
| 2002 Corolla | 19 | 16% | 60,000 |
| 2001 Corolla | 31 | 23% | 66,725 |
| 2000 Corolla | 47 | 32% | 62,000 |
| 1999 Corolla | 20 | 13% | 62,000 |
| 1998 Corolla | 17 | 8% | 67,500 |
| 1997 Corolla | 4 | 3% | — |
| 1996 Corolla | 9 | 7% | 49,393 |
| 1995 Corolla | 8 | 5% | 198,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 corolla and corolla matrix vehicles. The engine control module (ecm) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Risk: There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ecm and replace the ecm if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Toyota will mail an interim owner notification the middle of september 2010 to advise owners of this defect and recall. This interim notification will inform owners that they will receive a future notification when parts become available to have the free remedy performed on their vehicle. The safety recall began on november 29, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Check engine light came on randomly 5 times over the past 2 months. Filed complaint with toyota. Ecm seems to be acting up, they think it's an issue with a manifold gasket. Taking vehicle to dealer this week to have them diagnose the issue. *tr
TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INDICATING THAT THE A/C CONDENSER IS NOT PROPERLY PROTECTED, CAUSING PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE CONDENSER UNIT. THE NUMBER FOR THIS REPORT IS AC002-06. MY A/C CONDENSER HAS FAILED DUE TO THE FAULTS IN THIS CONDENSER UNIT. I SPOKE WITH TOYOTA AT…
On may 19, 2013 my husband and children were at a rest stop...our 2006 toyota corolla was parked engine on with the air condition on as well when they heard a loud explosion from the back of the car the rear windshield had shattered into a million pieces. It is still being held up by the tint. We…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2006 Toyota Corollas have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 104 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the 2006 Toyota Corolla (12% of the 840 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Toyota Corolla engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems start?
The median reported mileage is 50,748 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix engine and engine cooling problems on the 2006 Toyota Corolla?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,000 (half paid between $690 and $1,400), from 15 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the 2006 Toyota Corolla?
The most frequent phrase is “control module”, in 13 of 104 complaints, followed by “engine computer” (10).
Other 2006 Toyota Corolla problems
See all 2006 Toyota Corolla problems or engine and engine cooling problems across all Corolla years.