2006 Lexus IS air bags problems
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the air bags on the 2006 Lexus IS — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“There is a common issue with these makes and models with the drivers side knee air bag having issues with connecting which cause the SRS light go on the dashboard. I called Lexus corporate office and local dealer and they said there was a recall but it expired in 2020. From the research i did, this…”
filed Aug 31, 2024
“My 2006 Lexus IS350 is subject to NHTSA Recall number 16V340, for passenger airbag replacement. According to the diections on the NHTSA website shown in the following link: [XXX] The dash pad needs to be removed to access the airbag and perform the repair. Ive contacted my 3 local Lexus dealers and…”
filed Jul 19, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, DUE TO IMPROPER ASSEMBLY OF THE AIR BAG INFLATOR, WHICH IS USED IN…Campaign 06V096000 · Apr 3, 2006
Air Bags problems in other IS years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 IS | 16 | 41% |
| 2009 IS | 4 | 10% |
| 2008 IS | 21 | 21% |
| 2007 IS | 22 | 18% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 Lexus IS
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.