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2006 Lexus GS 350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

No verdict

Complaint Index

8/100

#12 most-complained of 13 GS 350 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2006 Lexus GS 350 has a complaint index of 8, the second-lowest of the 13 model years with data, with just 1 complaint and 1 recall on record. It ranks 12th worst (meaning it's among the least problematic years) based on NHTSA complaints and recalls.

Complaints
1
Recalls
1
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2006 Lexus GS 350 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Other1 (100%)

2006 Lexus GS 350 recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 11V115000Feb 24, 2011Engine19,647 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal

    Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006 and 2007 lexus gs300 and gs350 all wheel drive (AWD) vehicles. There is a possibility that the plastic pad embedded into the floor carpet may interfere with the operation of the accelerator pedal.

    Risk: The accelerator pedal could temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will modify the plastic pad on the floor carpet free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.

2006 compared with other GS 350 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’06’07’08’09’10’11’13’14’15’16’17’18’19
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2006No verdict811—
2007Avoid10057521
2008Avoid8319421

All Lexus GS 350 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2006 Lexus GS 350 reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2006 GS 350 has a complaint index of 8, one of the lowest among the 13 model years tracked, with only 1 complaint filed.
What year Lexus GS 350 should I avoid?
The 2007 GS 350 has the highest complaint index at 100 and carries an Avoid verdict, along with 2008, 2013, and 2014, which are also rated Avoid.
Does the 2006 Lexus GS 350 have any recalls?
Yes, one recall (campaign 11V115000) covers 2006-2007 GS300 and GS350 AWD models for a floor carpet pad that could interfere with pedal operation.
How does the 2006 GS 350 compare to other years?
NHTSA data ranks the 2006 GS 350 as the 12th worst of 13 years, meaning nearly every other model year has a higher complaint index.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.