PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated May 2026
320
repairs tracked in owner reports
2006–2010
Model years affected
$2,000 – $4,500
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →Sudden oil loss, engine damage or seizure while driving
Check engine light: On
Rubber oil cooler lines fail, causing sudden oil loss and subsequent engine damage or seizure while driving; multiple reports at 100,000-170,000 miles. Toyota issued limited-mileage warranty extensions (ZTS/ZE2) for this specific issue rather than a full recall — a candidate instance of a 'acknowledged defect, no formal recall' pattern.
Unwanted/unexpected braking on dry roads, dealers unable to resolve
Check engine light: On
Electronic stability control randomly activates, causing unwanted or unexpected braking on dry roads; described as a widespread complaint affecting hundreds of owners, with dealers reportedly unable to resolve it — a notably severe characterization given this is a safety system misfiring unpredictably with no confirmed fix.
Doors malfunction or become unable to open/close properly
Check engine light: Off
Cable failures causing sliding doors to malfunction or become unable to open or close properly. The same sliding-door failures are reported on the Honda Odyssey.
Total transmission failure, some vehicles requiring TWO replacements
Check engine light: On
Total transmission failure at 60,400-199,600 miles across multiple documented cases; one vehicle required transmission replacement twice at $4,500 each time — a candidate 'repair doesn't hold' instance, though this is a repeat original-part failure rather than a recall-remedy failure.
Warning lights illuminating intermittently, deployment failures in actual crashes
Check engine light: On
Warning lights illuminating intermittently, and — more seriously — deployment failures reported in actual crashes.
ABS malfunction, brake line corrosion
Check engine light: On
ABS malfunctions and brake line rust reported alongside the broader brake and transmission complaint cluster.
Dashboard cracks
Check engine light: Off
Dashboard cracks. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 284 owner reports on file.
Oxygen sensor fails
Check engine light: On
Oxygen sensor fails. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 198 owner reports on file.
Massive oil leak with loss of oil pressure
Check engine light: On
Massive oil leak with loss of oil pressure. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 69 owner reports on file.
Check engine light due to the EVAP system
Check engine light: On
Check engine light due to the EVAP system. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 57 owner reports on file.
Blown head gasket with coolant leak and overheating issues
Check engine light: Off
Blown head gasket with coolant leak and overheating issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 52 owner reports on file.
Cleaning corrects a faulty mass air flow sensor
Check engine light: On
Cleaning corrects a faulty mass air flow sensor. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 24 owner reports on file.
ECM replacement issue with recurring codes P500, C1201, P456, and P0606 after 35 miles
Check engine light: On
ECM replacement issue with recurring codes P500, C1201, P456, and P0606 after 35 miles. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 11 owner reports on file.
Low engine RPM or stalling on cold start
Check engine light: Off
Low engine RPM or stalling on cold start. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 11 owner reports on file.
Hard-to-turn steering with noise when stationary, possibly a rust issue
Check engine light: Off
Hard-to-turn steering with noise when stationary, possibly a rust issue. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 10 owner reports on file.
This generation has a confirmed spare tire holder recall (Campaign 14V273000). The oil cooler line issue was addressed via a limited-mileage warranty extension (ZTS/ZE2) rather than a formal recall. Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
The most expensive and safety-relevant problem on this generation is engine oil cooler line rupture — the rubber lines fail, causing sudden oil loss and engine seizure while driving, typically at 100,000-170,000 miles. A separate and notably severe problem is Vehicle Stability Control randomly activating and causing unwanted braking on dry roads, described in the complaint sample as a widespread issue that dealers have been unable to resolve.