2006 Lexus GX470 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GX470 years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Lexus GX470. That ranks 4th out of 7 GX470 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (8 complaints, 29%), typically at around 122,000 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 28owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Lexus GX470 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 29% | 122,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 8 | 29% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 14% | 92,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 11% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 11% | 12,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 7% | 59,658 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 4% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 4% | 74,515 | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 4% | 89,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 4% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | 99,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 4% | 50,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 48,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 125,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 4% | 1,500 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Lexus GX470 recalls (1)
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Air bags:side/window
Problem: 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. The affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.
Risk: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
Fix: 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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is G0C and GLB.
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.
I purchased this 2006 lexus gx 470 in october 2005, from westside lexus in houston texas. The paint on my vehicle started peeling three years after i purchased the vehicle. It got worse as the years went by. I called lexus and reported the problem, and didn't get any help. I have been calling lexus…
I have an 2006 lexus gx470 and these lights came on: abs, vsc trac, vsc off, skid, and check engine. The vehicle started making a humming noise at start up and now drives in stalled mode. Had codes check and it turns out i have the dreaded secondary air injection system (emissions) defect p0412…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 lexus gx470. While driving approximately 35 mph and attempting to merge onto the highway, the vehicle did not accelerate past 50 mph. In addition, the check engine, vehicle stability control, and traction control warning indicators illuminated. The contact continued…
Secondary air injection system pump stuck off bank1 code p2445. This issue is a common problem for lexus gx-470. Lexus extended warranty for repairs. However, the number of complaints from people warrants a recall. This malfunction is manufacturer's fault. The cost to repair at the dealer is around…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 LEXUS GX470. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE MOVED AROUND IN A CIRCULAR MOTION. WHENEVER THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE BODY TURNED WITH NO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS CURRENTLY PARKED AT THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE'S HOME. THE CONTACT CALLED…
Other Lexus GX470 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 GX470 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 GX470 | 13 | 0 |
| 2007 GX470 | 27 | 0 |
| 2006 | 28 | 1 |
| 2005 GX470 | 30 | 1 |
| 2004 GX470 | 65 | 1 |
| 2003 GX470 | 46 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus GX470?
Owners most often report air bags, structure, unknown or other problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 8 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Lexus GX470?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Lexus GX470 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GX470 model years, the 2006 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.