CarRecallWatchThe 2006 Lexus IS has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 143 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 5 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (44 reports).
2006 Lexus IS recalls
Most common 2006 Lexus IS problems
Problem areas named in the 143 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 44 |
| Air Bags | 26 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 26 |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Electrical System | 11 |
| Steering | 8 |
| Power Train | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 3 |
What owners report
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2006 Lexus IS 250. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle and driving for two hours, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 135,000, and at the time of scanning the vehicle, it was discovered that the mileage was 221,000. The title showed a different name. A Carfax report was not obtained. The Montgomery police department was contacted and referred him to the NHTSA hotline.
My dashboard is melting and I understand that there was a campaign to resolve this that ended in 2016. I bought the vehicle in 2019 and it has only gotten worse to the point that the dashboard has a sheen to it that causes a glare on the interior of the windshield when the sunlight hits it, making visibility very difficult.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2006 Lexus IS 250. The contact stated that upon selling the vehicle, the new owner later informed the contact that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy while the vehicle was undergoing a diagnostic test. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time the contact purchased the vehicle, the mileage was 150,604; however, an Experian Auto Check History Report listed the mileage at over 300,000.
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2006 Lexus IS 250. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private seller. At the time of purchase, the odometer mileage was 119,000. The contact purchased a Carfax Report, which indicated that the odometer mileage was reported in September 2022 at 144,556, and the vehicle failed inspection. In addition, in October 2018, the odometer was reported at 155,811.
The contact owns a 2006 Lexus IS 250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the hood. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a transmission and radio failure. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the were no recalls associated with the VIN. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.
2006 Lexus IS questions
Does the 2006 Lexus IS have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2006 Lexus IS: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Master Cylinder; Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal; Engine And Engine Cooling; 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?
Based on 143 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (44), Air Bags (26), Visibility/Wiper (26).
How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Lexus IS 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.