2006 Toyota Corolla transmission problems

Filed Jun 1, 2022 · Brakes, Transmission · 42,000 miles · AL · crash · 1 injury

The contact's mother owns a 2006 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while reversing out of a parking space and as she shifted the vehicle into drive, the vehicle surged forward. The contact's mother lost control of the vehicle and crashed into several vehicles and then a curb and turned the vehicle ignition off. The contact's mother stated she had no brakes. The contact sustained bruises to her left and right legs by the knees and both wrists were bruised. Additionally, the contact had pain in her left and right shoulders. The contact did not seek medical attention. The other vehicles were not occupied. The contact stated she did not notice any warning lights were illuminated. The police were on the scene and filed a report. The contact's mother had the vehicle towed to her residence and then later towed to a dealer. The dealer did not inspect the vehicle, however, the manufacturer had an independent mechanic inspect the vehicle brakes. The mechanic determined that there were no mechanical problems with the brakes. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

Filed Aug 5, 2020 · Steering, Transmission · AZ · crash · 1 injury

Driver was making left hand turn on city street when vehicle suddenly accelerated and steered to the right causing the vehicle to crash into a block wall. Driver does not know why vehicle suddenly accelerated, there was no extra input on the accelerator.

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 Oct 5, 2018 · Transmission · 200,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. When the contact shifted the gear lever from drive into park, the gear lever would not lock into place. The contact mentioned that the gear was loose and that the emergency brake needed to be applied to stop the vehicle from rolling forward. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that the shifter cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

Filed Dec 21, 2015 · Engine, Transmission · 60,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. While driving approximately 35 MPH, a check engine warning indicator illuminated and dimmed on its own. The vehicle was driven to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. Updated 05/11/16*lj

Filed Jun 19, 2015 · Transmission · 53,300 miles · WI

My car made a sound like rocks in a blender and stopped moving forward. I shifted in to neutral and coasted to a stop. The sound was from the automatic transmission.I tried to shift back into gear (drive) but was unable to get it to go into drive and the sound the trans was making was to say the least horrible . At the time this happened I was heading for the on ramp to interstate 90. I had four children in this car and can only imagine what the outcome would have been if this had happened one minute later!!! I shut the car off and did not restart it.I had towed to my local toyota dealership and they have informed me that the transmission will need to be replaced!! $3600.00 for a transmission and my car has only been driven 53000 miles! This is my 8th toyota and possibly last!! I will see what toyota has to say. So far ,their only offer(your transmission is bad). No reason why!! This is not the quality owners of this car brand have come to rely on!!

Filed Apr 17, 2015 · Acceleration, Transmission · 60,000 miles · FL · crash

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota corolla. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate over 40 MPH. The vehicle was restarted and all the warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle failed to reverse and moved forward. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the shifter cable needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. On a separate occasion, while attempting to park, the vehicle accelerated without warning while the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact crashed into a light post. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000. Ma 07/30/15 updated 10/5/2017

Filed Nov 19, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 95,667 miles · FL

Brakes do not stop vehicle, brakes have to be applied to the floor to stop vehicle. Engine surges while at stop sign or red light. When shifting to drive or reverse vehicle takes off quickly.

Filed Nov 6, 2013 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · GA

At speeds about 45 MPH , cars jerks and shakes and check engine light comes on . The dealer replace ECM for recall and 2 days later , the car still does the same thing. I hear alot of horror stories about this problem and toyota should fix it for free . I am afraid to drive far from my house but I cannot afford to buy a new car right now . Last time I buy a toyota !!!!!!