2006 Lexus GX470 recalls and problems

The 2006 Lexus GX470 has 1 safety recall and 28 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes / fires

3 / 0

Injuries / deaths

1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2006 Lexus GX470 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2006 Lexus GX470 recalls

Recall 16V-065: Air Bags

Reported Feb 5, 2016 · 320,409 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: 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 curtain-shield-air bags. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.

Risk: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.

Fix: 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. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.

2006 Lexus GX470 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Structure	8
Air Bags	8
Unknown or Other	4
Seat Belts	3
Engine	3
Power Train	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Visibility	1
Service Brakes, Electric	1
Engine and Engine Cooling	1
Exterior Lighting	1
Seats	1

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 5
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 3
Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear — 1
Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 81,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2006 Lexus GX470 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Structure · at 45,000 miles · reported Jun 25, 2019

I purchased this 2006 lexus gx 470 in october 2005, from westside lexus in houston texas. The paint on my vehicle started peeling three years after I purchased the vehicle. It got worse as the years went by. I called lexus and reported the problem, and didn't get any help. I have been calling lexus every year since I first noticed the problem, still without any help from lexus. It is a shame that lexus is not trying to help me, considering I AM a loyal customer. I felt lexus should have recalled the vehicle. I have seen several 2005-2006 lexus gx 470 models with similar problems on the road.…

Electrical System · at 125,000 miles · reported Mar 7, 2019

I have an 2006 lexus gx470 and these lights came on: ABS, vsc trac, vsc off, skid, and check engine. The vehicle started making a humming noise at start up and now drives in stalled mode. Had codes check and it turns out I have the dreaded secondary air injection system (Emissions) defect p0412, p0418 ,p1440/p1443, p1441/p1444, p2440, p2445, p1442/p1145 , which is a recurring problem. Replacement is a nightmare for self repair or a $2000+ repair.

Engine · at 125,000 miles · reported Jan 10, 2019

Secondary air injection system pump stuck off bank1 code p2445. This issue is a common problem for lexus gx-470. Lexus extended warranty for repairs. However, the number of complaints from people warrants a recall. This malfunction is manufacturer's fault. The cost to repair at the dealer is around $2,000.

Air Bags · reported May 3, 2017

The contact owns a 2006 lexus gx470. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v065000 (Air bags). The part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Air Bags · reported Jan 23, 2017

The contact owns a 2006 lexus gx470. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v065000 (Air bags) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Lexus GX470 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Lexus GX470: 16V-065 (air bags). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Lexus GX470?

Owners report structure problems most often (8 reports), followed by air bags (8). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 81,000 miles.

Are Lexus recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.