Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 2003 Lexus ES300

Two problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 2003 Lexus ES300. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 02/17/2004

While driving 4 mph and depressing the brakes brake pedal pulsated, causing extended stopping distance, which resulted in vehicle hitting an embankment head on. Upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealership for inspection.

2 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 07/17/2003

While parking consumer depressed the brake pedal and vehicle lurched forward, hitting a building. The front of the vehicle was damaged. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who could not determine the cause of the problem.


Other Service Brakes related problems of the 2003 Lexus ES300



ES300 Service Bulletins
ES300 Safety Recalls
ES300 Defect Investigations