2006 Lexus IS 250 Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 21about this part
- Share
- 11%of 189 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 103,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the visibility of the 2006 Lexus IS 250, 11% of the 189 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 103,750 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The rear view mirror on my 2006 Lexus is250 is hard to see out of because there is something that looks like rust behind the glass. I did some research online, and there are several complaints and pictures with mirrors that look the same as mine. I am not certain what causes this to happen but it appears to be a defect in at least the 2006-2007 series of Lexus from what I have researched.”
NHTSA complaint #10824226, filed 2016-02, 145,000 miles“I copied one of the other complaints, since my experience is exactly the same. Car dashboard is literally melting. The surface is now sticky which reflects a glare on the front windshield obstructing safe viewing for driving. When the sun is shining, it is very hard to see through the reflection of the dash on the inside windshield. Rearview mirror has black lines obstructing safe viewing for driving.”
NHTSA complaint #10629221, filed 2014-08, 100,000 miles“Have 2006 Lexus is250 with melting dash panel that blinds me in the am during my eastward commute and then again on my westward commute home every day. I purchased vehicle used in march 2010 with 61000 miles from dealer who, unknown to me, painted over melting dash to hide it but by august 2010, the paint wore off and dash was very sticky. I took the care to my local Lexus dealer in birmingham al and he said there was nothing he could do as warranty had expired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10609961, filed 2014-07, 62,500 miles“Visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:interior I currently own a 2006 Lexus is250. About a year ago, I noticed several splotches on the rearview mirror. Initially there were only a few, but the splotches increased to the point that it is now impossible to use the rearview mirror which interferes with rear visibility and normal driving conditions. This situation can increase the possibility of an accident since it becomes impossible to see anything thru the rearview mirror. …”
NHTSA complaint #10467221, filed 2012-07, 125,000 miles“I noticed a black spot in my rear view mirror one day and did not think anything of it, however the one spot turned into multiple streaks. It's getting harder to see out of the mirror which to me is a safety issue. I noticed that there are many complaints on this issue and there should be a recall on this defect as well. I have to make an appointment for the recalls on the melting dashboard and doors and engine. Lexus should really take care of this problem. I have purchased several new vehicles however I have had more problems with this car than I did with my other cars.”
NHTSA complaint #10715028, filed 2015-05, 70,000 milesRelated recalls
- 13V030000Jan 30, 2013Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 vehicles manufactured August 23, 2005, through October 5, 2011; 2010-2012 Lexus IS250C…Covers: Lexus IS 250 2006–2012, IS 350 2006–2012, IS F 2008–2011 +2 more
Related service bulletins
- 10111596Aug 11, 2016TSB: August 11, 2016 Rev1: ? GS model vehicles were removed and a new bulletin L-SB-0043-16 is now available for this model. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should…
- 10084342Aug 11, 2016"tsb: august 11, 2016 rev1: gs model vehicles were removed and a new bulletin l-sb-0043-16 is now available for this model. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin…
- 10205352Dec 19, 2013Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
- 10132006Dec 19, 2013This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0092-13.
- 10132004Dec 19, 2013The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10205383Nov 2, 2013Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
- 10132082Nov 2, 2013Spots in Window glass
- 10205340Sep 12, 2013HVAC Odor Maintenance
- 10132302Apr 2, 2013If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
Other parts of the 2006 Lexus IS 250
53 complaintsAir bags
46 complaintsEngine
19 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsEngine cooling
11 complaintsSteering
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsElectronic stability control
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Lexus IS 250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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