Model year guide

2006 Lexus rx330

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Lexus rx330 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2006 Lexus rx330 — representative photo
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2006 Lexus rx330 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints98
Combined18–20 mpg

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

2006 Lexus rx330 recalls 1

Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal NHTSA Campaign #11V112000 · 24/02/2011

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.

Fix: 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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. 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 rx330 common problems

Owners have filed 98 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2006 Lexus rx330 MPG & running costs

Combined18–20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway23 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,338
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S5) or Automatic 5-spd
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,688 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Lexus rx330 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,690
Fuel only$21,690
Per mile$0.29

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 rx330 trims & engines on record

Trims
330
Engines
3.3L 6-cyl

2006 Lexus rx330 vehicles on record

2006 Lexus rx330 2006 Lexus rx330 330JTJGA31U560065477

Other Lexus rx330 model years

2005 2004

2006 Lexus rx330 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Lexus rx330 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Lexus rx330. 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 rx330?

Owners have filed 98 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, service brakes, engine.

What gas mileage does the 2006 Lexus rx330 get?

The 2006 Lexus rx330 has U.S. EPA estimates of 18–20 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (4 versions).

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