2006 Lexus IS Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 20%of 143 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 78,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the visibility of the 2006 Lexus IS, 20% of the 143 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 78,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My rear view mirror IS discolored and has black spots on it. It's a safety issue and it's difficult to see. I've told the dealer several times and they said it would cost over 800 to replace the part. I see many Lexus owners have the same issue and I believe its a default in the part. I don't think I should pay 800 to have it replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10682919, filed 2015-02, 90,000 miles“My navigation system screen stopped working while 1000 miles away from home. The biggest problem with the screen going out was the fact that all of the heating and air conditioning controls are ran through that same unit. Without being able to adjust my temperature in the vehicle I am not able to defrost the windshield in times when it may fog up.”
NHTSA complaint #10622420, filed 2014-08, 135,000 miles“The dashboard of my 2006 Lexus is250 IS slowly melting and becoming sticky. Unfortunately as it has, deteriorated the dashboard really reflects the light, so much so that it becomes blinding at times. I have not treated my dash with any chemicals or cleaners this IS a known problem among Lexus owners, it just at times becomes very worrisome since the glare from the dash onto my windshield becomes blinding at times if the light hits it right.”
NHTSA complaint #10652439, filed 2014-11, 130,000 miles“My dashboard IS melting at an extremely fast pace. I can barely see if the sun IS shining in my car the right way, dash and side panels are melting, called Lexus they won't do anything about it.”
NHTSA complaint #10884952, filed 2016-07, 13,000 miles“Inside rear view mirror IS discolored and IS difficult to see from. The mirror has not been damaged or subjected to extreme conditions. The vehicle has been garaged 80% of the time. This IS not normal wear and tear, as I have had vehicles older than this one and have not experienced deterioration of the mirror. The problem started in 2010 and IS getting worse. I can barely see out of the mirror. The fix IS to replace the mirror at a cost of nearly $1300.00. It appears as this IS a common complaint for owners of this vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10959614, filed 2017-03, 48,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10205352Dec 19, 2013Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance and cleaning
- 10205383Nov 2, 2013Spots in Window Glass - vehicle exterior
- 10205340Sep 12, 2013HVAC Odor Maintenance
- 10060828Jan 30, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 20% |
| 2015 | 1 | 11% |
| 2014 | 1 | 8% |
| 2013 | 4 | 44% |
| 2012 | 4 | 22% |
| 2011 | 4 | 27% |
| 2010 | 2 | 5% |
| 2009 | 7 | 18% |
| 2008 | 13 | 13% |
| 2007 | 23 | 19% |
| 2006 | 29 | 20% |
| 2005 | 1 | 8% |
| 2003 | 1 | 8% |
| 2002 | 1 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2006 Lexus IS
43 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsSteering
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsBrakes
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Lexus IS
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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