The Lemon Index2006 Lexus ES. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 15,000 and 76,000 miles. Median 45,000, from 59 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 64,000 | 52,500–101,500 | 13 |
| Speed control | 23,000 | 15,000–60,000 | 19 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 44,800 | 3,000–86,100 | 10 |
| Steering | 60,000 | 22,500–84,400 | 5 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Lights | 27% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 27% |
| Speed control | 27% |
| Suspension | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 75
Lexus filed 75 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of…
- The purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic
- The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers…
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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