2006 Lexus LS recalls
Reported Apr 3, 2006 · 133 vehicles affected · TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Problem: On certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which is used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper air bag deployment. In this condition, the expansion force of the gas may be insufficient to properly inflate the air bag when the SRS system is activated during a crash.
Risk: This may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the specific SRS air bag. The recall began on april 6, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371, scion at 1-866-548-1851, or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
2006 Lexus LS problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | |
| Tires | 5 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Wheels | 2 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 1 | |
| Engine | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist — 1
- Steering › Column Locking › Anti-Theft Device — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 40,970 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 LS complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · at 140,000 miles · reported Jan 14, 2020
At approximately 2:00 PM on jan. 5, 2020, I was driving my 2006 lexus ls 430 in a residential area in bethesda, md. I decided to turn around. I turned right into a driveway (At a low speed) with the brake pedal applied. Suddenly, and without warning, the car accelerated wildly, making a great deal of engine noise, as the throttle appeared to be wide open. Thankfully I hit a near-by tree and two front air bags deployed. A homeowner called the police, and an ambulance took me to the emergency room at a nearby hospital. If this sudden acceleration had occurred on a highway, I AM certain that…
Tires · at 171,000 miles · reported Oct 23, 2019
In march installed 4 brand new dunlops in my car after driving 13k miles started feeling a shake in the steering wheel the retailer kept rotating and balancing the tire and the issue was still there called dunlop to let them know the issue and called corporate of the retailer after doing the diagnosis they told me that 2 tires are defective and they will replace the tire after that the issue is still there I have been trying to reach to dunlop tires corporate and have been unsuccessful all times gave the gave car to lexus dealer to diagnose the issue after a road force was performs one of the…
Electrical System · at 71,000 miles · reported Nov 17, 2016
I own a 2006 lexus ls430, which I've had since new. It only has about 70k miles on it and has been maintained solely at lexus dealership where vehicle was purchased in raleigh nc. Today while reversing down a steep drive my vehicle suddenly lost power and cut off. I lost all hydraulic brake assistance and steering assist. I was moving at about 8 MPH at time of failure. No malfunction indicators appeared on the dash before or after this. My vehicle had at least 10 gallons of fuel in the tank as it indicates about ⅝ full. I was able to restart the vehicle after stopping and the car ran…
Structure · at 54,000 miles · reported Jan 30, 2015
My 2006 lexus ls 460 has a dashboard that is sticky and hard to see out of at times when driving. I have also noticed my interior door panels are starting to haze with a white film on them. I have taken extreme care with this vehicle as it receives all the normal maintenance and every 3 weeks a full detail inside and out. I thought it was the chemicals being utilized by the detailers, and I asked they stop using chemicals and only use soap and water. I later found after speaking with them that it is common in a lot of lexus sedans. I looked it up on the internet and found that there was a…
Wheels · at 63,000 miles · reported Jan 21, 2015
In the last 30 days the chrome on the inside of 2 wheels where the tires bead seals has shown to be defective and the tires will not hold air. I AM afraid of the tires bead that seals against this part of the rim losing air at a high rate when driving at highway speeds or, going around a curve. So far the flats have accrued once in the garage and the other at a slow speed. I would guess the 2 remaining wheels are suffering the same defect and will show up soon. The chrome wheels came with the car and are a lexus product. Not a after market wheel. I have owned the car sense new. I can not find…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2006 Lexus LS have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Lexus LS: 06V-096 (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 LS?
Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (5 reports), followed by tires (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 40,970 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.