2006 Lexus GX470
Only 28 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 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 28
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 28 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 46 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 28 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 28 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
8 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Lexus GX470. The contact stated that the body of the vehicle moved around in a circular motion. Whenever the vehicle drove over bumps in the road, the body turned with no control.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-31
Structure
8 of 28 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.
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The whole dash is crack in more than 8 places.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-06-04
Approximately one year ago, several hairline cracks started to appear on the dashboard of my Lexus 2006 GX470. These cracks quickly spread and are now covering most of the dashboard.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-28
The leathery type material that covers dashboard is melting. It is very soft to the touch and extremely hot and sticky in sunlight. This material has cracks that continues to split around instrument panels in my car. Please help.....
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-11
Seat belts
3 of 28 total reports mention: seat belts, most commonly citing retractor.
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Lexus has had no response to this inquiry in over one month, except "We got your mail": I'm concerned for others in this situation.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-15
Engine
3 of 28 total reports mention: engine.
Power train
2 of 28 total reports mention: power train.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Lexus GX470. While the vehicle was parked the vehicle began to roll backwards. The drivers side door was open and was damaged when it crashed into another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-06-20
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-12-01Air bags16V065000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX470, 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra and Sequoia, 2004-2006 Toyota 4Runner and Lexus GX470 vehicles equipped with side...
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371.
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Lexus GX470 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V065000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2006 Lexus GX470 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 GX470?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus GX470 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.