2006 Lexus GS430 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GS430 years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Lexus GS430. That is the most of any GS430 model year in the database (8 years). The most reported problem area is service brakes (3 complaints, 27%), typically at around 63,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 11owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Lexus GS430 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 27% | 63,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 18% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 18% | 18,419 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 18% | 22,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 9% | 200,000 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 9% | 106,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 9% | 200,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 9% | 35,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 9% | 151,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 9% | 106,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Lexus GS430 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2006 Lexus GS430.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
All lexus are having abs actuator problem. All lexus should be recall
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus gx43, equipped with nexen tires n5000 245/40/r18 xl. When the traffic light changed to green and traveling approximately 15 mph, the passenger side front tire blew up. The contact lost control of the vehicle and went over a sidewalk and damaged the rear passenger…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus gs430. After the vehicle was driven and parked for approximately 10-15 minutes, the contact noticed flames underneath the hood. The fire was extinguished by a friend. The fire department was not notified. The contact stated that the fire may have originated from…
Door hinge on vehicle looks to have manufacture problem but i do not see a recall for this issue it is break through the metal and creating a hole and may need to be welded of some sort or a new door. I purchased this vehicle from lexus in ft myers florida around two years ago and the door has…
My check pcs and vbs lights came on and went off. I continue to drive and my breaks worked fine for a week. Driving home on a side street crossing a bridge and a piercing beep came on and would not go off. I think that was an indicator ro pull off the road. I took my foot off the accelerator and…
Other Lexus GS430 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 GS430 | 1 | 0 |
| 2006 | 11 | 0 |
| 2005 GS430 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 GS430 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 GS430 | 5 | 0 |
| 2002 GS430 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 GS430 | 4 | 0 |
| 2000 GS430 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus GS430?
Owners most often report service brakes, steering, suspension problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Lexus GS430?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2006 Lexus GS430 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GS430 model years, the 2006 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.