2006 Lexus RX330: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2006 Lexus RX330: 1 recall, 67 owner complaints and up to 20 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.
Speed control / throttle Vehicle recall #11V112000 · 2011 · 769,379 vehicles
What's wrong: If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover May lean toward the accelerator pedal and interfere with the accelerator pedal arm.
Why it matters: If this occurs, the accelerator pedal May temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal May result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during March 2011.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Body & structure (15): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2).
- Speed control / throttle (12): the most common themes are sudden acceleration (2).
- Exterior lights (9): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine & cooling (8): the most common themes are noise or vibration (2), leaks (2).
The 2006 Lexus RX330 has 67 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 6 RX330 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 88). Complaints peaked in 2012 (12 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 5 years old, at a median of 65,348 miles. Neighboring years: 2005 (165 complaints, 3 recalls), 2007 (5 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 20 | Premium |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | Premium |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 19 | Premium |
| 3.3 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2006 Lexus RX330 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2006 Lexus RX330. 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 RX330 problems?
Owners have filed 67 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are body & structure (15), speed control / throttle (12), exterior lights (9).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Lexus RX330 get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.3 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2006 Lexus RX330 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.