2006 Lexus LX Problems & Complaints

Few complaints2.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the LX at the same age

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2006 Lexus LX with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. The most reported problem area is the lights (2 complaints).

6complaints
0recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2006 Lexus LX problems

  • Lights
    233%
  • Electrical system
    117%
  • Steering~65,000 miles
    117%
  • Air bags
    117%
  • Transmission & drivetrain
    117%
  • Engine & cooling
    117%

Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Lexus LX complaints by model year

199920002004200620222023202456665133
Owner complaints per model year, Lexus LX. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best LX years: 2004. Compare all years →

2006 Lexus LX engines & fuel economy

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG city / hwy / combined
4.7L 8-cyl5-speed automatic4WD/AWD12 / 15 / 13

EPA ratings. Class: SUV.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2006 Lexus LX a good car?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 LX rates few complaints: 2.0× as many complaints as a typical year of the LX at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

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

The lights — 2 complaints, 33% of all complaints for this model year, most often about headlights. Next are the electrical system (1) and steering (1).

How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus LX have?

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2006 Lexus LX. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Lexus LX?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004. See the full Lexus LX years comparison.

At what mileage do 2006 Lexus LX problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 65,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.