MYRModel Year Report

2006 Lexus RX330

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2006 Lexus RX330
RENDERED 2026-09-16T17:45:41.299Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Lexus RX330 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2004: 287 complaints 2004 2005: 165 complaints 2005 2006: 67 complaints 2006 2007: 5 complaints 2007 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2011: 1 complaints 2011
2006: 67 complaints
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YearComplaints
2004287
2005165
200667
20075
20091
20111

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

STRUCTURE 22%

22% of complaints: structure — 15 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body.

CRASH
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AT APPROXIMATELY 4 IN AFTERNOON, I HAD COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN FRONT OF MY TOWNHOUSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130731

Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) and SERVICE BRAKES

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 18%

18% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE HESITATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER DETERMINED IT WAS THE WAY THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN AND COULD FIND NO PROBLEM.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060612

EXTERIOR LIGHTING 13%

13% of complaints: exterior lighting — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing headlights and switch.

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> HI I HAVE LOOKED AT THE TAIL LIGHTS OF LEXUS RX 330 > AND 300 AND I BELIEVE THAT THEY ARE ILLEGAL. THEY ARE > CLEAR LENS WITH NO RED REFLECTION OR AMBER > REFLECTION. > THE BULB IS RED AND THE TURN IS AMBER BUT THE LENS > ARE > NOT COLORED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061217

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 13%

13% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 9 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing radiator assembly and catalytic convertor.

STEERING 12%

12% of complaints: steering — 8 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20100216 — RQ (closed 20110301)

Unintended and Uncontrolled Acceleration

R 20110506 — vehicle speed control

TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 HIGHLANDER, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, AND MODEL YEAR 2004-2007 LEXUS RX330, RX350, AND RX400H VEHICLES. IF THE FORWARD RETENTION CLIP USED TO SECURE THE FLOO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FLOOR CARPET COVER WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED ONE FREE OR CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MARCH 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Campaign 11V112000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Lexus RX330 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for structure issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 11V112000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Lexus RX330 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 RX330?

The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus RX330 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.