2006 Lexus GX
Only 10 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 2 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 3 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 |
| 2015 | 3 |
| 2016 | 3 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 2 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 4 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
5 of 10 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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I am reporting a serious paint peeling and delamination issue on my 2006 Lexus GX470, painted in Blizzard Pearl (paint code 070). The clear coat and base coat are separating from the body, especially on the hood, roof, and other exposed panels.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-04-18
This is a 2006 Lexus GX470. The paint is peeling profusely and for no reason. We do not live around salt water, the weather has not got to extreme cold levels.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-06
I have repeatedly contacted Lexus requesting they honor an earlier commitment to replace the cracking of my dashboard ' I am especially concerned about the cracking where the passenger-side airbag would deploy ' the cracking could release small...
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-09-03
Also filed under Air bags
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.
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Suspension problem on the 2006 Lexus GX470 become very bumpy
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-02
Seats
1 of 10 total reports mentions: seats.
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After removing the third row seating mechanism, it was noticed that significant rust has occured at the forward mounting point for the hinge device around the welds and heat affected zone of the mounting bracket.
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-03-29
Exterior lighting
1 of 10 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
Electrical system
1 of 10 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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The backup camera goes in and out when backing up it goes picture to black randomly took the truck to the dealer and they told me there is nothing wrong with it even that when I took it there it was just showing us a black screen that the service...
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-12-16
Also filed under Back over prevention
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2006 Lexus GX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Seats: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Lexus GX 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 GX?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus GX have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.