The 2006 Lexus GS has 180 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 0 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are exterior lighting and engine. Owners most often flag outdated technology/infotainment — lack of apple carplay, slow and unresponsive screen, missing features like birds-eye view camera and massaging seats compared to rivals. frequency: very frequent.
Safety record for the 2006 model year
180
Owner complaints
0
Recalls
13
Crash reports
2
Fire reports
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2006 Lexus GS vehicles (US, public record).
Where owners report problems
exterior lighting
41
engine
28
electrical system
19
service brakes
17
power train
16
What owners say across generations
Overwhelmingly positive sentiment regarding long-term reliability, build quality, and overall ownership experience. The GS is consistently praised as a durable, comfortable, and well-built luxury sedan that delivers trouble-free service for many years and high
Outdated technology/infotainment — Lack of Apple CarPlay, slow and unresponsive screen, missing features like birds-eye view camera and massaging seats compared to rivals. Frequency: very frequent.
Higher running costs — Requires premium fuel, expensive tires (especially F-Sport run-flats), and generally higher costs for parts and maintenance compared to non-luxury brands. Frequency: very frequent.
Underwhelming performance for segment — Naturally aspirated V6 (2GR-FKS) perceived as not fast, especially compared to turbocharged German competitors; 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) times around 5.9 seconds noted. Frequency: recurrent.
Fuel economy discrepancy — Noted for slightly worse MPG than key competitors in city, highway, and combined cycles despite lower performance output. Frequency: recurrent.
Potential for expensive oil leak — Isolated mention of the V6 engine having a reputation for a costly oil leak, though not elaborated as a widespread failure. Frequency: isolated.