Model year guide

2006 Lexus es330

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Lexus es330 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2006 Lexus es330 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2006 Lexus es330 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints79
Combined21 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Lexus es330 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Lexus es330.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Lexus es330 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2006 Lexus es330 MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,900
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 5-spd
Passenger volume96 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$7,500 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Lexus es330 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500
Fuel only$19,500
Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Lexus es330 trims & engines on record

Trims
330
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl

2006 Lexus es330 vehicles on record

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Other Lexus es330 model years

2004

2006 Lexus es330 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Lexus es330 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2006 Lexus es330. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Lexus es330?

Across all 79 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, vehicle speed control, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Lexus es330 get?

The 2006 Lexus es330 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 27 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.