Is the 2006 Lexus GS reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus GS?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus GS have?

6 recalls on file for this model year.

2006 Lexus GS

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2006 Lexus GS
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Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 44
Recalls: 6
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2006: 44 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
1995	2
1996	1
1998	4
1999	4
2000	0
2001	3
2002	1
2003	4
2004	2
2005	1
2006	44
2007	25
2008	16
2009	2
2010	10
2011	3
2012	1
2013	19
2014	3
2015	3
2016	5
2017	1
2018	3
2019	1
2020	0

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

20% · 9 reports

Show complaint excerpts

My Lexus 2006 GS300 has misfire problem at 108355 miles, with error codes PS300, 301, and 302. Spoke with dealership (Longo Lexus), and they told me the customer satisfactory program (Csp) is already expired to free repair by Lexus in 2016.

NHTSA ODI report, 2017-12-27

Visibility/wiper

18% · 8 reports

Exterior lighting

14% · 6 reports

Electrical system

14% · 6 reports

Fuel/propulsion system

11% · 5 reports

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2006-04-06Air bags06V096000 On certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which is used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the specific SRS air bag. The recall began on April 6, 2006. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371, Scion at 1-866-548-1851, or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

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2006-04-21Seat belts06V121000 On certain passenger vehicles, if the front seat belt retractors (Both driver and front passenger) become locked, they may not release due to a component of the emergency locking system. If the…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the front seat belt assemblies. The recall began on April 21, 2006. Owners may contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

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2007-12-15Fuel system, gasoline07V545000 On certain vehicles, high stress areas may have been created in two specific fuel pipes located in the engine compartment. Combined with other factors such as the presence of corrosive agents in…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the two involved fuel lines with newly designed lines free of charge. The recall began on December 15, 2007. Owners may contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

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2009-01-16Engine and engine cooling09V020000 Toyota is recalling 214,570 my 2006-2008 Lexus is, my 2006-2007 GS and my 2007-2008 LS passenger vehicles equipped with aluminum fuel delivery pipes (Fuel rails). Ethanol fuels with a low moisture…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel delivery pipes free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during February 2009. Owners may contact Toyota/Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

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2010-02-16Recall queryClosed 2011-03-01 Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
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2010-11-15Service brakes, hydraulic10V499000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 avalon, model year 2004-2006 highlander, model year 2004-2006 Lexus rx, and model year 2006 Lexus GS and is vehicles. Brake fluid containing…

Remedy: Dealers will replace the seal with a newly designed one. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on November 15, 2010. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331…

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2011-03-07Fuel system, gasoline11V029000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2009 Lexus is and model year 2006-2007 Lexus GS vehicles. Due to insufficient tightening of the fuel pressure sensor connected to an engine fuel delivery…

Remedy: Dealers will inspect for fuel leakage from the threaded portion of the fuel pressure sensor and if a fuel leak is not confirmed, dealers will further tighten the fuel pressure sensor with the proper…

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Lexus GS — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 9 reports on file for this year.
Visibility/wiper: 8 reports on file for this year.
Exterior lighting: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 06V096000 · Air bags
Recall 06V121000 · Seat belts
Recall 07V545000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 09V020000 · Engine and engine cooling
Recall 10V499000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Recall 11V029000 · Fuel system, gasoline

FAQ

Is the 2006 Lexus GS reliable?: There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus GS?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus GS have?: 6 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.