2006 Lexus GS300
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 2 |
| 1997 | 0 |
| 1998 | 60 |
| 1999 | 38 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 2 |
| 2006 | 124 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: exterior lighting — 33 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: engine — 18 distinct reports on file.
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FAULTY ECU COMPUTER RESULTING IN HARD JERK WHEN SHIFTING BETWEEN FIRST AND SECOND GEAR. THE ENGINE REPAIR UNIT GOES BAD AFTER 100,000 MILES.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170215
I RECEIVED A RECALL A FEW YEARS AGO PERTAINING TO THE ENGINE LEAKING OIL. THE CAR LEAKS 4 QUARTS OF FULL SYNTHETIC OIL MONTHLY. HOW DO I GO ABOUT GETTING MY VEHICLE FIXED?
NHTSA ODI report, 20180303
10% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.
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I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH MY 2006 GS300 THAT I PURCHASED NEW, I'M THE ORIGINAL OWNER AND HAVE MY CAR REGULARLY SERVICED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180307
8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 10 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I DRIVE A 2006 LEXUS GS300. LAST FALL,AS I BACKED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE - IN A BUILDING - MY CAR "TOOK OFF" AND HIT A CEMENT WALL. ( AT FIRST, I THOUGHT I HIT THE GAS PEDAL IN ERROR HOWEVER, AFTER WHAT HAPPENED NEXT, I KNEW THAT WAS NOT THE CASE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20100406
8% of complaints: steering — 10 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 AND 2007 LEXUS GS300 AND GS350 ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) VEHICLES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE PLASTIC PAD EMBEDDED INTO THE FLOOR CARPET MAY INTERFERE WIT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE PLASTIC PAD ON THE FLOOR CARPET FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 11V115000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Lexus LS vehicles manufactured May 9, 2006, to July 20, 2010, 2006-2011 Lexus GS vehicles manufactured January 6, 2005, to September 10, 2010, and 2006-2011...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will clean and reseal the fuel pressure sensor mounting area, free of charge. The recall began March 3, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Campaign 14V647000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2006 Lexus GS300 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (33 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 11V115000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 14V647000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2006 Lexus GS300 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 GS300?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus GS300 have?
2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.