The contact owned a 2006 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle accelerated independently without warning. The contact heard an abnormal noise as he pressed on the brake pedal; the vehicle eventually came to a stop. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and resume normal driving operation. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that a mechanical fault was found with the vehicle. The manufacturer was also informed of the failure and a complaint was filed. The contact continued to experience multiple failures after the vehicle was inspected. On the latest incident, the contact stated that he had entered a car wash on the left lane and attempted to enter the right lane by reversing the vehicle. Once the vehicle was placed into drive, the vehicle made an abnormal, squealing noise and independently accelerated without warning into a concrete wall. The airbags did not deploy upon impact. A police report was filed with Apex City, NC police department. The contact sought medical attention from his doctor for the soreness to his right hand and right knee. The contact had the vehicle initial towed to a dealer where it was deemed a total loss. The vehicle was then towed to an independent tow yard. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was 155,835
2006 Toyota Avalon: sudden unintended acceleration
42 of the 360 complaints about the 2006 Toyota Avalon describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 42
- of this car's complaints
- 12%
- typical mileage
- 39,000
- recalls
- 2
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. While driving less than 5 MPH to pull into an underground garage area, the accelerator pedal became stuck and failed to release. The brake pedal was applied with force, but the vehicle lunged forward and crashed into the garage door. Upon impact, a yellow piece associated with the front passenger side air bag fractured. None of the air bags deployed. The driver sustained injuries to the head and neck and sustained bodily scratches and bruising, which did not require medical attention. The insurance company was notified of the failure and planned to investigate the cause of the air bag and acceleration failures. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 10v017000 (vehicle speed control) and 09v388000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was still at the contact's residence. The approximate failure mileage was 216,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The dealer advised the contact that there were no failures with the vehicle. The manufacture was alerted of the issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 39,000. The current mileage was 49,000.
On a flat surface in cruise control traveling at 40+MPH, brakes applied, then resume is activated, and vehicle surges ahead unexpectedly. On a hill at 50 MPH, with cruise control on, the vehicle suddenly accelerates excessively causing the vehicle to veer right or left. This condition has existed since I purchased the vehicle new. After complying numerous times, the authorized toyota dealer could "detect nothing wrong with the cruise control". They did not offer to do a test drive. I have put up with this condition for a long time, but the problem is now much worse and dangerous to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. The contact stated when sitting at a traffic light the RPM's increase excessively causing the vehicle to lunge forward as if it want to take off. Also whenever he was getting on an exit and the accelerator pedal was being depress the vehicle would hesitate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there was no problem with the vehicle and they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 74,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly surged forward until crashing into a house. There were no injuries reported. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop and was in the process of being examined. The contact stated that the vehicle had also surged forward on two prior occasions. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 18,000. ..updated 09-21-12*bf the consumer stated the vehicle was returned to the dealer three times for the recall. Updated 09/25/12...updated 04/25/13 *bf updated 05/14/2013
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. While attempting to park the vehicle it suddenly accelerated without warning causing her to crash into a wooden board. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they cut the accelerator pedal. A complaint was filed with the manufacturer on the contacts behalf and she had not received a response. The contact didn't mention if anyone was injured. A police report was not filed. The current and failure mileages were approximately 50,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. While attempting to park at approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle suddenly accelerated abnormally. The contact was unable to control the acceleration and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed and the vehicle was able to be driven from the scene of the crash. The contact was uninjured. The manufacturer was contacted by the insurance company and notified of the failure. The vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 09v388000 (vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal) and had repairs performed prior to the crash. The vehicles was repaired for the body damage but not diagnosed or repaired for the acceleration failure. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000. Updated 06/01/11*lj updated 06/10/11
2006 toyota avalon. Consumer states unintended acceleration *tgw the consumer stated while stopped at a light with his foot on the brake, the engine suddenly revved up and the vehicle accelerated half way into the intersection. He kept his foot on the brake as hard as possible. He was able to put the gear in park and shut off the engine. When the light turned green, he restarted the engine with no problems. The vehicle was taken to the dealer the next day where the they performed a modification to the brake master cylinder.
While parking my 2006 toyota avalon I pulled into parking space applied brakes and was about to place vehicle in park when it suddenly accelerated and struck the vehicle ahead of me causing damage to both cars. All the recalls from toyota associated with this problem have been completed prior to this accident . This car has 32000 miles , this is the first time this has happened however I fear it is not the last , have scheduled car to go to the toyota dealership we purchased it from.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon. The driver was driving at an unknown speed when the vehicle surged forward, resulting in a crash. A police report was filed and the driver was reported injured. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 78,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota avalon limited. While driving 30 MPH the vehicle suddenly accelerated. As she applied the brakes and shifted into neutral gear the vehicle would not slow down until it crashed into the median. She was injured but did not go to the hospital. The police were not contacted. The vehicle accelerated previously prior to the crash and was inspected by the dealer who removed the floor mats but did not reinstall a new set. The damage was to the left front steering area. The repair cost was $3,000. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership for the repairs. The manufacturer was contacted and a representative inspected the vehicle and found no manufacturing defects within the vehicle. The insurance company assumed responsibility for the repairs. The failure mileage was 42,300 and the current mileage was 42,645.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010 tundra vehicles. Due to the manner in which the friction lever interacts with the sliding surface of the accelerator pedal inside the pedal sensor assembly, the sliding surface of the lever may become smooth during vehicle operation. In this condition, if condensation occurs on the surface, as may occur from heater operation (without A/C) when the pedal assembly is cold, the friction when the accelerator pedal is operated may increase, which may result in the accelerator pedal becoming harder to depress, slower to return, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position.
- Risk
- The accelerator pedal may become hard to depress, slow to return to idle, or, in the worst case, mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal which will allow the pedal to operate smoothly. Gm will notify owners for the pontiac vibe please see 10v‑018. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on february 5, 2010 and will be completed on march 15, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331.
Recall number 10V017000 · Recall details
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
- Risk
- A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
- Remedy
- Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑800‑331‑4331, lexus at 1‑800‑255‑3987.
Recall number 09V388000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 Toyota Avalon sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 2006 Toyota Avalon?
42 of 360 owner complaints about the 2006 Toyota Avalon (12%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 2006.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2006 Toyota Avalon?
There are 2 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2006 Toyota Avalon
Hesitation 24Adaptive cruise 20Check engine light 12Headlights 9Jerking 9Knocking 8Fire or smoke 8No deployment 7Engine failure 7Harsh shifting 5Stalling 5Won't start 5
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