2006 Lexus RX330 Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
AvoidComplaint Index
75/100
#2 most-complained of 5 RX330 years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2006 Lexus RX330 has 67 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 75 out of 100 — #2 highest of 5 RX330 model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is engine (24 complaints, 36% of the total). Complaints report 4 crashes and 1 injury.
- Complaints
- 67
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 4 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 19
- 16.5 city / 22.5 hwy
Top 2006 Lexus RX330 problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine24 (36%)
- Structure & Body15 (22%)
- Electrical System12 (18%)
- Steering8 (12%)
- Other7 (10%)
- Brakes4 (6%)
- Fuel System3 (4%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (4%)
- Visibility & Wipers3 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (3%)
2006 Lexus RX330 recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 11V112000Feb 24, 2011Engine769,379 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal and interfere with the accelerator pedal arm.
Risk: If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may 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 vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
2006 Lexus RX330 fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 16.5 MPG
- Highway
- 22.5 MPG
- Combined
- 19 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $4,200
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2006 compared with other RX330 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2006 Lexus RX330 a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2006 Lexus RX330 ranks #2 of 5 among RX330 model years (Complaint Index 75/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 67 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus RX330?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (24 complaints), structure & body (15 complaints), and electrical system (12 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 65,349 miles.
- Does the 2006 Lexus RX330 have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Lexus RX330, most recently reported 2011, covering engine.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2006 Lexus RX330?
- EPA rates the 2006 Lexus RX330 at 19 MPG combined (16.5 city / 22.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $4,200. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.