Most common 2006 Lexus LX470 problems
Share of the 9 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus LX470 complaints by model year
Best LX470 years: 2004, 1998, 2002. Compare all years →
2006 Lexus LX470 recalls (3)
Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator module
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2008-2016 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2006 Lexus LX470, and 2008-2013 Lexus LX570 vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with an incorrect driver or front passenger air bag.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began September 29, 2017. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
Air bags › Side/window
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.
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.
Steering › Gear box › Shaft pitman
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 Lexus lx470 vehicles. The construction of the steering shaft is such that the snap ring on the shaft May disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the snap ring with a newly designed one and install an additional component which will prevent separation of the steering shaft. This service will be performed free of charge.
What 2006 Lexus LX470 owners say
Air bags
Tl* Takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Lexus LX470. 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 dealer was contacted (kendall Lexus of eugene in eugene, oregon) and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Lexus LX470. The contact stated that the dealer (len stoler Lexus, 11311 reisterstown rd, owings mills, md 21117, [phone]) scheduled three appointments to have the vehicle repaired per NHTSA campaign number: 16V065000 (air bags). However, the parts were unavailable for the repairs each time. The manufacturer was contacted and was unable to indicate a reasonable time frame for when the parts would arrive. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2006 Lexus LX470 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.7L 8-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 12 / 15 / 13 |
EPA ratings. Class: SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2006 Lexus LX470 a good car?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 LX470 rates average: 14% fewer complaints than a typical year of the LX470 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 LX470?
The air bags — 5 complaints, 56% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the speed control & acceleration (2) and steering (2).
How many recalls does the 2006 Lexus LX470 have?
There are 3 recalls for the 2006 Lexus LX470, the most recent from August 31, 2017 (inflator module). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Lexus LX470?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2004, 1998 and 2002. See the full Lexus LX470 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2006 Lexus LX470 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 35,000 miles; 100% 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.