2006 Lexus Ls Problems

High Complaint Volume

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2006 Lexus Ls.

20052007
Complaints
26
per 10K Sold
13.3
US Sales
19,546
Crashes
9
Fires
0
Injuries
9
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2006 Lexus Ls Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#15 complaints

Tire Defects

Avg mileage:73,667 mi
#25 complaints

Unintended Acceleration

Avg mileage:56,970 mi
Crash-related:5
#32 complaints

Airbags

Crash-related:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2006 Lexus Ls.

Tire Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
73,667
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
56,970
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2006 Lexus Ls — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2006 Lexus Ls reliable?
Verdict: High Complaint Volume. The 2006 Lexus Ls has 26 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tire Defects with 5 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2006 Lexus Ls?
Top reported problems: Tire Defects (5 complaints, avg 73,667 mi); Unintended Acceleration (5 complaints, avg 56,970 mi); Airbags (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2006 Lexus Ls?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 65,319 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2006 Lexus Ls?
NHTSA complaints for the 2006 Lexus Ls include 9 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 9 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2006 Lexus Ls have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2006 Lexus Ls as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2006 Lexus Ls?
This year has a higher-than-normal complaint volume. It's not an automatic no, but focus inspection on the top reported issue (tire defects) and verify open recalls have been addressed.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Lexus Ls reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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