Service Brakes Problems of Lexus ES

Lexus ES owners have reported 39 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (35 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brakes failed (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Lexus ES


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of Lexus ES

The Service Brakes problem

While the vehicle was parked and no one was pressing the brake pedal, the abs actuator pump continued to run and made a constant buzzing/whirring noise. This suggests that the actuator is cycling excessively to maintain brake pressure.   Read details...

The Brakes Failed problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2019 Lexus Es. The contact stated that pulling into a parking spot when they attempted to press the brake pedal to stop the vehicle the brake pedal floored causing the vehicle to coast forward into the side of the building.   Read details...

The Brake Disc Rotor problem

I purchased a new Lexus, Es-300 in 2000 (platinum series). Had to have the front brakes and rotors replaced after 24,000 miles. Again at 60,000. Just the front not the rear. Only car I have ever owned that has done that. The tires(michelin) also were worn out at 24,000.   Read details...

The Abs Brake Fail problem

My 2013 Lexus Es 300h has got a weak brakes, sometimes would make squeaking noise when you hold them and few times wouldn't brake when braking on a bit rough road. I was afraid for my safety and went to Lexus dealer to perform diagnostic.   Read details...

The Brake Master Cylinder problem

Had to make a hard stop and the brake pedal faded badly. Pedal has become softer over time. Already had to pay to replace faulty designed rear pads and front discs. Lexus has a TSB on the squeaky rear pads but never let us know. It was a replace only if owner complained.   Read details...




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