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Below is a summary of your 2006 Toyota Corolla warranty coverage and how long your coverage lasts. At the bottom of this article is the full 2006 Toyota Corolla warranty PDF, if you wish to explore further.
Warranty durations listed below are in terms of the vehicle’s mileage or age. If a type of coverage is valid for three years or 36,000 miles, coverage lasts until the vehicle reaches 36,000 miles or until it’s three years old, whichever occurs first.
For more information about Auto Warranties, you can check out this directory containing everything you need to know about Auto Warranties arranged by system.
| Warranty | Duration |
| Basic | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Powertrain | 5 years/60,000 miles |
| Corrosion Perforation | 5 years/unlimited miles |
| Federal Emissions | 2 years/24,000 miles |
| California Emissions Defect | 3 years/50,000 miles |
| California Emissions Long-Term Defect | 7 years/70,000 miles |
If you need more detailed information about the warranties covered in this article, you can find the link to the original factory warranty PDF towards the end of this article. Alternatively, you can review the frequently asked questions (FAQs) section at the very bottom of the article which provides more warranty details. Please refer to the warranty PDF link if you would like to view the complete and official warranty terms from Toyota.
2006 Toyota Corolla Factory Warranty
The factory warranty for this 2006 Toyota contains several warranties that may be expired based on the vehicle’s current age and mileage. Specifically, the following warranties may no longer be valid:
- Basic warranty: This expired after 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever happened first
- Powertrain warranty: This expired after 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever happened first
- Corrosion perforation warranty: This expired after 60 months with no mileage limit, whichever happened first
- Federal emission warranty: This expired after 24 months or 24,000 miles, whichever happened first
- California emission short-term defect warranty: This expired after 36 months or 50,000 miles, whichever happened first
- California emission long-term defect warranty: This expired after 84 months or 70,000 miles, whichever happened first
If you are confused about what each of these Toyota warranties covers, I recommend checking out our article “The Ultimate Guide to Car Warranties.” This guide explains in detail what is included in the Basic, Powertrain, Corrosion Perforation, Air Conditioning, Paint, Battery, Tire, Federal Emissions, and California Emissions warranties that are part of the Toyota Factory warranty.
The article makes it easy to understand exactly what auto manufacturers are responsible for fixing under their various warranty programs. So be sure to reference our helpful warranty guide if you want to fully understand the scope of your Toyota’s original factory warranty coverage.
Basic Warranty
The Toyota New Vehicle Limited Warranty, also known as the basic warranty, does not cover damage from accidents, theft, misuse, lack of maintenance, or modifications. It expired after 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurred first. For a 2006 Toyota, the 36-month time limit means this basic warranty coverage ended in 2009. By the current year of 2023, the mileage limit of 36,000 miles has certainly been surpassed as well.
So the basic warranty that comes with new Toyota vehicles has long since expired for a model originally sold in 2006. This important warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship but has limits on the duration for years and mileage.
Powertrain Warranty
The powertrain warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of the engine, transmission, front-wheel-drive system, and rear-wheel-drive system. This includes the engine block, head, timing gears, gaskets, torque converter, constant velocity joints, driveshafts, and more.
The powertrain warranty expires after 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first. For a Toyota originally sold in 2006, the 60-month time limit means this powertrain warranty coverage ended in 2011. By the year 2023, the mileage limit of 60,000 miles has certainly been surpassed as well. So the powertrain warranty has expired based on both the time and mileage limits for a 2006 model year Toyota.
Corrosion Perforation Warranty
The rust perforation limited warranty covers the repair or replacement of any original body panel that develops perforation from corrosion. This protects against rust-through of body panels. The rust perforation limited warranty expires after 5 years with no mileage limit. For a Toyota originally sold in 2006, the 60-month time limit means this rust perforation coverage ended in 2011 regardless of the mileage. By the year 2023, over a decade has passed since the expiration of this warranty. So the rust perforation limited warranty has long expired based on the 5-year time limit for a 2006 model year Toyota.
Air Conditioning Warranty
Please note that the air conditioning warranty is not explicitly stated in the warranty guide. We are assuming it’s covered under the Basic Warranty. Please confirm with your Toyota Dealer on exact details.
The air conditioning warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of any part of the air conditioning system. This includes the compressor, condenser, evaporator, expansion valve, receiver dryer, blower motor, high/low-pressure switches, clutch cycling switch, and more. The air conditioning warranty expires after 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
For a Toyota originally sold in 2006, the 3-year time limit means this air conditioning warranty coverage ended in 2009. So the air conditioning warranty has long expired based on the time limits for a 2006 model year Toyota.
Battery Warranty
Please note that the battery warranty is not explicitly stated in the warranty guide. We are assuming it’s covered under the Basic Warranty. Please confirm with your Toyota Dealer on exact details
The Toyota New Vehicle Limited Warranty provides coverage for repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship of the battery for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. This covers the battery if there are defects in materials or workmanship. It does not cover damage or failures resulting from fire, accidents, theft, abuse, negligence, misuse, improper repairs, alterations, or lack of proper maintenance. The battery warranty expired in 2009 or at 36,000 miles, whichever occurred first.
Tire Warranty
The tires that come as original equipment on the Toyota vehicle are warranted by their manufacturer, not Toyota. To obtain service for a tire defect, the tire must be taken to an authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer. The Toyota dealer may also be able to assist in obtaining warranty service from the tire manufacturer. The Tire Warranty is separate from the Toyota New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Refer to the Tire Warranty statement in the glove box for details on coverage and expiration, which is based on whichever comes first – mileage or year limits.
Federal Emissions Warranty
The Toyota Federal Emission Control Warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship that would cause the vehicle to fail to meet federal emissions standards. This coverage is for 2 years or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first.
However, some components have a coverage period of 8 years or 80,000 miles. The warranty does not cover damage caused by improper maintenance, repairs, alterations, abuse, neglect, accidents, or lack of proper maintenance. Both warranties have expired as of 2023.
The Clean Air Act
The Clean Air Act has provisions that may require the manufacturer to make repairs if a vehicle fails an EPA-approved emissions test within the warranty coverage period. For this vehicle, the coverage is 2 years or 24,000 miles from the in-service date, whichever comes first. Some components have longer coverage under the Powertrain warranty terms. This would allow some emissions system parts to be repaired or replaced by the manufacturer if the vehicle fails an emissions test during the warranty period
California Emissions Warranty
The Toyota California Emission Control Warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship that would cause the vehicle to fail to meet California emissions standards. This warranty provides performance and defect coverage for 3 years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. It also covers specified components for 7 years or 70,000 miles for defects only. The warranty does not cover damage caused by lack of required maintenance, abuse, neglect, improper repairs, or alterations.
Based on the Toyota warranty document, the current model year mentioned is 2023. The California Emissions Warranty applies to vehicles registered and operated in California and some other states that have adopted California emissions regulations. Both warranties have expired as of 2023.
2006 Toyota Corolla Recalls
The NHTSA has issued several recalls for 2006 Toyota Corolla models. These include recalls for problems with the airbags, where the inflators could rupture or explode, sending sharp metal fragments toward occupants. Other recalls involved the engine stalling due to issues with the engine control module, problems with the load-carrying capacity modification labels, and recalls related to lighting like amber reflectors. Owners affected by these NHTSA recalls should have their vehicles serviced as described in the recall notices to address these safety issues. Recalls are important to address, as the defects could increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Read our article if you’d like to know more about the difference between recalls, warranty extensions, and technical service bulletins.
Extended Warranties
Extended Warranty Available Upon Car Purchase
The Toyota warranty document indicates that at the time of purchase, the manufacturer may have offered extended warranty coverage through the purchase of Toyota Extra Care vehicle service agreements. These extended warranty plans can provide coverage beyond the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty terms. To find out if an extended warranty applies to a specific vehicle, the owner should check the warranty information provided at purchase or contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at the number listed in the warranty document. The extended warranty terms, like the original warranty, have mileage and year limits whichever comes first. Based on the Toyota document, the current model year mentioned is 2023.
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2006 Toyota Corolla Warranty Brochure/Booklet
If you want a more comprehensive look at the warranty coverage that has expired and what coverage may still be available, you can read Toyota’s warranty booklet. It provides detailed information about coverage, including exclusions.
Click here to download and read the 2006 Toyota Corolla warranty brochure.
FAQs
What is not covered by the 2006 Toyota Corolla warranty?
The Toyota warranty document lists certain exclusions that are not covered, including:
- Damage or failures from fire, accidents, theft, abuse, negligence, misuse, improper repairs, alterations, lack of maintenance, airborne chemicals, water contamination, etc.
- Normal wear and tear, noise, vibration, maintenance items like brake pads, tune-ups, etc.
- Vehicles with altered odometers or total loss/salvage title vehicles.
- Incidental or consequential damages like loss of pay or revenue.
These exclusions apply for the duration of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty term, which is 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first. Based on the Toyota warranty document, the current model year mentioned is 2023.
Does the 2006 Toyota Corolla warranty cover parts and labor?
- The New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers both parts and labor for repairs needed to fix defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
- The Powertrain Warranty also covers both parts and labor for the engine, transmission/transaxle, drivetrain, and restraint systems. This warranty is for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.
- Additional extended warranty coverage can be purchased for Toyota vehicles after the initial purchase through Toyota Extra Care Vehicle Service Agreements.
Does the 2006 Toyota Corolla Cover Replacement Exhaust Components?
The Toyota New Vehicle Limited Warranty provides coverage for repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in materials or workmanship for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
In addition to the Basic Warranty, these are the other warranties that provide coverage for exhaust components:
- Federal Emission Control Warranty:
- Catalytic converter and protector – 8 years/80,000 miles
- Exhaust manifold – 2 years/24,000 miles
- Exhaust pipes from manifold to catalyst and/or catalyst to catalyst – 2 years/24,000 miles
- California Emission Control Warranty
- Exhaust front pipe – 7 years/70,000 miles
- Exhaust manifold – 7 years/70,000 miles
Can you add an extended warranty after purchase on a 2006 Toyota Corolla?
Based on the Toyota warranty information provided, there are a few options for adding extended warranty coverage after purchasing a Toyota vehicle:
- Toyota Extra Care Vehicle Service Agreements can be purchased anytime before your New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. These agreements extend coverage beyond the initial 3-year/36,000-mile warranty period.
- Toyota Auto Care pre-paid maintenance plans can also be purchased anytime before your New Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. These plans cover normal factory scheduled services for 2 years/25,000 miles or 3 years/35,000 miles.
- The Toyota warranty does not mention being able to directly extend the New Vehicle Limited Warranty after purchase. Purchasing a Toyota Extra Care Vehicle Service Agreement or a Toyota Auto Care pre-paid maintenance plan are ways to get additional coverage beyond the original warranty.
Resources
Toyota Motor Corporation. (2006). 2006 Toyota Warranty and Maintenance Guide (T-MMS-06allmodels). Retrieved from https://assets.sia.toyota.com/publications/en/omms-s/T-MMS-06ALLMS/pdf/T-MMS-06AllModels.pdf
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2019, August 28). Front passenger air bag may not properly inflate: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 19V627000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2018, January 9). Passenger frontal air bag inflator may explode: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 18V025000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2015, May 13). Passenger side front air bag inflator may rupture: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 15V285000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2015, May 13). Passenger side front air bag inflator may rupture: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 15V286000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2010, August 26). Engine stalling: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 10V384000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2010, February 3). Load carrying capacity modification labels: Toyota Corolla (2006) [Recall no. 10V035000]. Retrieved from https://www.nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/TOYOTA/COROLLA/4%252520DR/FWD#recalls
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