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2006 Toyota Tacoma repairs by problem area

Engine (29%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (0%)

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2006 Toyota Tacoma suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (32%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (16%)

< $100 (32%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

45460 mi

C $166
Replaced driver side rear leaf sping, second leaf as it was broken.Note: this was not from any abuse or abnormal driving.You check on internet and find many instances of this on my truck, and Toyota is aware and of no help with any warrant 
47820 mi

C $182
Replaced two rear leaf springs,one of either side. This is not from abuse or any abnormal use. I believe this to be a design issue.No heavy loads, actually no loads at all. No rough roads, all paved roadway travel.Disappoint with Toyota. 
70980 mi Power Steering return line leak. replaced metal section of return line. 

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

150000 mi

US $550
Right front wheel bearing worn out due to water damage. 

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

54960 mi Noise in front end which disappeared on turning wheel a bit 
60760 mi

C $1250
Squeaky leaf springs. Kit installed 
150000 mi

US $500
Ball joint repair on front left 
136000 mi Leaf Spring broke. This part was under recall for this very issue. Truck was also under recall for rust on the frame.  
165000 mi

US $1500
Replaced Frozen intermediate shaft on the steering shaft. 
111700 mi steering knuckle began to seize up. replaced item at no cost as a friend who owns a garage does all our work in return for hunting our farm. 

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 6ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

136400 mi

C $320
Sway bar links worn, replaced myself Ball joints worn, have to replace upper control arm unit Intermediate shaft #2 replaced Steering felt very odd. 

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

145000 mi

US $750
Replaced shocks 
145000 mi

US $3706
Tie rod end became damaged. It was replaced. Rack and pinion assembly had rusted out and needed replacement. Shop performed replacement and alignment. Both front bearings were in need of replacement. The front of the vehicle was experiencing severe vibrations. It was determined that the combination of had bearings, bent tie rod, and rusted out and loose rack and pinion were causing the vibrations. Bushings on both of the front lower control arms had worn out. Both LCAs were replaced. 
22414 mi TSB #SU006-07 DONE. REAR SPRINGS HARSH RIDE. Replace rear springs and u-bolts and do alignment. under warranty. 
97000 mi

US $1000
Shocks worn out, front & rear replaced with Bilstein 5100s 
101000 mi

US $1500
Replaced front driver side and passenger side wheel bearings 
121000 mi

US $1500
Replaced leaking power steering rack with rebuilt OEM unit. 
102900 mi

US $1000
R front wheel bearing 

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2006 Toyota Tacoma 2dr Regular Cab 6ft bed

159-horsepower 2.7L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

21000 mi

US $50
Rear passenger side shock absorber replaced under warranty with $50 deductible plus $140 for 20,000 mile service w/oil change using synthetic. 

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