Two years ago the warning light activated for my airbag. After several recall notices on other components I eventually took it in for the repairs. I was shocked to learn the spiral cable had failed and it would be approx. $800 to have repaired. An internet search indicates this is a huge issue with many complaints documented. This should be a recall since it is so common and a safety concern.

- Upland, CA, USA

Drivers side air bag light remains on. Diagnosed as a failed spiral cable. Toyota motors through their dealer ship refuses to acknowledge any responsibility (romamo Toyota, syracuse NY ) internet research indicates that this a common problem amongst Toyota vehicles and especially 2006 Toyota Tacoma's this is a safety issue. Why has this not been a recall item?

- Canastota, NY, USA

I took my 2006 Toyota Tacoma with 68,392 miles on the odometer to my local dealer because of a tire problem. I mentioned the airbag warning light being displayed. After the tire problem was addressed, the service advisor told me that the tech found the airbag warning light was on and that the cost of replacing the clock spring is $500. The service advisor told me that the airbags will still function despite the warning light. The information regarding the significance of the airbag warning light was not noted on the invoice.

- Milford, MA, USA

Air bag/seat belt warning light is on for no reason.

- Milford, MA, USA

Airbag light stays on for no reason. Never a vehicle crash or airbag deployment. Only 49,800 miles. Spiral cable/clock spring sensor.. I have seen many on this site and after researching, knew mine failed. This should be a recall. Toyota charged me $565.40 to repair. Please recall this obvious defect....

- Oregon City, OR, USA

2006 Toyota Tacoma, 4X4. 85,000mi, driver's side airbag warning lite came on. Online search indicates problem is fairly common. $800 repair estimates. Safety issue should be covered by Toyota. Now driving with compromised safety system. Lawsuit"?"

- Trinidad, CA, USA

SRS indicator light appeared on dashboard. I drove 100 miles to nearest dealer who could diagnose airbag issues. I was told the spiral cable failed and therefore needed to be replaced. Quoted $400 for part, plus 1.5 hrs of labor, so a total near $600. Called Toyota and they told me "sorry!" but would do nothing about it. I've been driving without a working air bag for almost 2 months now, simply bc I can't afford $600 for something I didn't break. Mileage was near 90000 miles when SRS light came on. From reading this website, obviously a recall is needed. Toyota just announced a similar issue (spiral cable) recall for the 2006 highlander, so I'm assuming the Tacoma is next in line! if not, it will be hefty lawsuit when airbags aren't deploying bc of an "oversight" from Toyota.

- Jackson, WY, USA

2006 Toyota Tacoma..at 95000 mi SRS light has come on and has stayed on I have tried my best to rule out any causes and cant come up with anything. I do know that this has been an ongoing problem with these trucks. I cannot afford to take this truck to the dealer right now so I am driving without protection.. Toyota is aware of this particular issue and wont do anything even though this is clearly a major safety issue.

- Gainesboro, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer did not perform a diagnostic but advised that the air bag sensor failed and would need replacing. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that he could request a discount for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 28,553.

- Ardmore, OK, USA

114,00 miles on 2006 dealer maintained Toyota Tacoma ext. Cab 2wd 4cyl. SRS airbag light came on. Diagnosed at Toyota dealer spiral cable failure. They want $750 to replace the cable. It's a safety item and should be covered for the life of the truck. Toyota has a problem, there has been enough complaints filed, time to do something.

- Dublin, CA, USA

Complaint:driver's side airbag light came on and stayed on as a solid light. Cause: Clock spring/spiral spring open circuit correction: Replaced clock spring cost to repair: $500.

- Foster City, CA, USA

90,000 miles SRS airbag light came on. Diagnosed at Toyota dealer spiral cable failure. They want $500 to replace the cable. It's a safety item and should be covered for the life of the truck. Toyota has a problem, there has been enough complaints filed, time to do something.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

Copy of letter to Toyota concerning a defective spiral cable and electronic circuit; feels this part should have been repaired and covered under a special safety warranty or recall; enclosed automotive part fwd to nvs-200 the consumer stated the air bag light illuminated 12 days after being at the dealership to have a recall problem repaired. The dealer informed the consumer he would have to pay $88 to diagnose the problem. The dealer stated the problem was due to a broken spiral cable and electronic circuit underneath the horn which would cost $ 496 in addition to the $ 88.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

I own a 2006 Tacoma, recently the driver side airbag light came on. Went to dealership they told me the spiral cable in the steering wheel needed to be replaced would cost about $550. To replace. Needs be a recall.

- Lenoir City, TN, USA

SRS system failed at 65000 miles.

- El Dorado Hills, CA, USA

2006 Toyota Tacoma double cab, V-6, 4WD. I bought this truck new from palmer's Toyota in mobile, al. At 72,000 miles, the driver's side airbag light came on. Took the truck in for service and it was determined that the spiral cable in the steering column was bad. The cost to repair is in excess of $500! I chose not to repair at the time - have been driving with the light on for a week now. Service rep said that until repair is made, my airbags were "disabled". it appears that alot of Toyota owners are experiencing this same problem. What are the chances that this could be investigated and possibly Toyota issuing a recall for this?

- Moss Point, MS, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 10 mph, the air bag light illuminated. The dealer stated that the failure was within the squid circuit. The vehicle was repaired under warranty. The failure occurred again. The vehicle had not been repaired again. The failure mileage was 14,685 and the current mileage was approximately 149,000. Updated 12/29/10 updated 12/30/10

- Riverside , CA, USA

Airbag light came on, stays on, dealer acknowledges failure, air bag won't deploy. Diagnostics show "clock spring/spiral cable" needs to be replaced. Cost $100 diagnostic fee and $654 to fix. Cannot afford to fix at this time. I have no airbag in the event of a collision. This part failed simply from normal turning of the steering wheel. Airbag not working with only 50,000 miles on 2006 Toyota Tacoma.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated the driver side air bag warning light remained illuminated. In addition when sitting idle with the brakes depressed, the vehicle would sporadically lunge forward. The manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 66,780.

- Hartsfield , SC, USA

Air bag light is intermittent. The light remains in the on position for extended periods of time for no apparent reason, giving you the impression that the airbag will not deploy when necessary.

- Fontana, CA, USA