CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Lexus IS 350 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 93 complaints with NHTSA, including 5 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (30 reports).
2006 Lexus IS 350 recalls
Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants
Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.
Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans
The fuel pulsation dampers in certain Lexus IS and GS sedans with 3.5L V6 engines can harden over time and develop cracks, which may cause the fuel system to leak.
Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments
Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators can rupture after years of exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Most common 2006 Lexus IS 350 problems
Problem areas named in the 93 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 30 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 13 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Visibility | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
MY 2006 LEXUS IS 350 IS USING OIL AT AN ALARMING RATE. I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW IN 2006 AND IT GETS IT'S REGULAR OIL CHANGES, I HAVE TO ADD A QUART OF OIL AROUND AROUND 600 MILLES DRIVEN. IT CURRENTLY HAS 189,000 MILES, BUT THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR SOME TIME. I LOOKED UP THE INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET AND IT SAID TO GO TO THIS WEBSITE AND REPORT IT.
DOOR INTERIOR QUARTER PANEL MELTS WHEN IT GETS HOT IN THE DAY TIME.
ON JUNE 11, 2019 I WAS DRIVING ON REGULAR SPEED LIMIT OF ROAD 55MPH AND SUDDENLY DEER AND FOX CAME, SO I TRY TO AVOID THEM AND HIT THE BRAKE AND ABS BRAKE DIDN'T WORK HIT THE FOX AND CAR STABILITY CONTROL DIDN'T WORK AND CAR FLIP 5TIMES AND HIT THE DEER AS WELL, BUT NONE OF MY CAR AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER FLIPPING AND HITTING.
AIR BAG LIGHT GOES ON AND THAN OFF
OIL CONSUMPTION. VEHICLE HAS NO LEAKS AND NEEDS 1QUART OF OIL ADDED EVERY 2K MILES. CAR HAS 150K AND HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. IT USES VALVOLINE 5W-30 FULL SYNTHETIC OIL AND GETS CHANGED EVERY 4-5K MILES OF OIL USAGE. I'VE READ MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND TOYOTA/LEXUS IS NOT WILLING TO HELP OUT WITH THIS ISSUE.
2006 Lexus IS 350 questions
Does the 2006 Lexus IS 350 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2006 Lexus IS 350: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Fuel Leak Can Cause Engine Fire in Lexus Sedans; Passenger airbag may rupture and spray metal fragments; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus IS 350?
Based on 93 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (30), Air Bags (18), Visibility/Wiper (13).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Lexus IS 350 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.