2006 Toyota Corolla: engine stalls while driving

Filed Nov 27, 2019 · Engine, Transmission · 164,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road, and reset the module by turning the vehicle on and off several times. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 164,000.

Filed Jan 28, 2019 · Electrical, Engine · 93,000 miles · MA

Car stalled while turning at an intersection; car was in motion. Dashboard went black. No power or control of vehicle. Was unable to restart vehicle with multiple attempts. All systems were 'dead'. After ~ 30 minutes, was able to spontaneously start vehicle and drive. Battery had been replaced~18 mos. Ago; tank was full.

Filed Jan 15, 2019 · 73,000 miles · MD

I own a 2006 toyota corolla that was involved in the ECM recall campaign, in 2011 I took my toyota to my local dealer (bayside toyota) and they inspected the ECM unit and deemed it ok, not in the recall serial numbers. In 2018 my toyota failed state emissions (no obd-2 port communication) and began stalling and difficult starting. I removed the ECM unit and discovered that the serial numbers are within the 2011 recall parameters. I brought the toyota back to my local dealer, they inspected the ECM and agree that it was within the recall serial numbers. My toyota has been at the local dealership (bayside) since thursday, january 8 2019. The dealer has indicated that toyota corp. Has not approved the ECM replacement. I have done everything on my end to get this repaired under the initial recall program without any luck. What can I do to ensure my toyota is safe to drive at the dealers cost? [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).'

Filed Dec 10, 2015 · Engine · 120,000 miles · ME

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. The vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v384000 (engine and engine cooling). While driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle restarted and the check engine warning indicator intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine control module was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred on three other occasions. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jun 6, 2014 · Engine · 115,000 miles · NJ

Engine stalled during driving, the car all suddenly lost power. No indication of usual before. Reignite the car, run looks like normal again. Has no problem for 10 days so far. Not quite sure how caused it?

Filed Jul 1, 2013 · Engine · 110,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the ECM had failed. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number 10v384000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Dec 28, 2011 · Electrical, Fuel system · 69,000 miles · PA

The fuel pump assembly is mounted in the top of the fuel tank , hanging down submerged in the gas. One of the power wires from the pump assy. Going to the electrical connector at the top mounting plate of the pump, was badly burned and melted causing the pump not to work when it warmed up along with this electrical connector. Remember this is inside the fuel tank. This could have created a serious explosion ! Toyota issued a recall for "ECM" (electronic control module) problems associated with stalling engine, sudden loss of power and engine cranks and will not start. I think some of the "ECM " problems could have been mis-diagnosed and were this burnt wire and connector from the fuel pump. On top of that this repair cost me approx. $1500.00 but maybe it saved my life. For safety reasons alone , this should be looked into and resolved. I hope this might help someone else before they are hurt.

Filed Nov 22, 2011 · Airbags, Engine · 58,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle head on. The contact's head struck the steering wheel and he sustained injuries. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was able to be driven from the scene. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also experienced a failure while driving approximately 60 MPH. The vehicle began to decelerate and suddenly stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician advised that the engine control module would have to be replaced. The failure persisted after the repair. The engine control module was replaced three times before the failure was corrected. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Oct 19, 2011 · Engine · NC

Letter from senator hagan on behalf of constituent, re defective engine control module in his 2006 toyota corolla *tgw the consumer stated the defective engine control module caused the vehicle to not stop or just completely stall while driving. The consumer stated he did not receive a recall notice, until a week after paying for the repairs. He is seeking reimbursement.

Filed Apr 12, 2011 · Transmission · 115 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the check engine warning light would illuminate and then the vehicle would stall. The dealer was notified and advised the contact to have the computer replaced. The manufacturer advised the contact that since her vehicle was 15 miles over her warranty that they would not be able to provide any further assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 115. The VIN was available.

Filed Apr 12, 2011 · Airbags, Brakes · NY · crash · 1 injury

2006 toyota corolla. Consumer states failure of the central computer and brake failure caused a crash *tgw the consumer stated when her daughter applied the brake to reduce her speed to steer around another vehicle, the brakes locked up and steering the vehicle became difficult. Ultimately, her daughter collided with another vehicle. When she attempted to move the vehicle, the vehicle had stalled. Also, the air bags failed to deploy and she strongly impacted the seat belt causing injury to her shoulder. The consumer stated ecu was replaced last april at a cost of $700. A reading of the ecu the following day, showed there was no accident. The consumer believed the ecu may have caused the ABS to lock up. The vehicle was declared a loss by the insurance company.

Filed Feb 25, 2011 · Engine · 51,076 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. The contact stated that while attempting a right turn, the vehicle stalled without warning. He was able to restart the vehicle but after a few minutes the failure recurred without warning. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for inspection nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure and current mileage was 51,076.