2006 Lexus Ls: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Lexus Ls: 1 recall, 17 owner complaints and up to 19 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #06V096000 · 2006 · 133 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: This May increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the specific SRS air bag. The recall began on April 6, 2006.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 5 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Speed control / throttle (5): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (4).
- Tires (5): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (5).
- Airbags (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Brakes (hydraulic) (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2006 Lexus Ls has 17 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 30 Ls model years for complaints (2.4× the average Ls year). Complaints peaked in 2008 (3 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 37,985 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (5 complaints, 1 recalls), 2007 (45 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 L 8-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Lexus Ls have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2006 Lexus Ls. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2006 Lexus Ls problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are speed control / throttle (5), tires (5), airbags (2).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Lexus Ls get?
EPA ratings run up to 19 mpg combined (4.3 L, Automatic (S6)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Lexus Ls repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.