Lexus SC430 owners have reported 7 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (4 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.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems | |
| Brakes Failed problems | |
| Brake Electric Antilock problems | |
| Brake Light On problems |
Driving the car under normal conditions at about 45 mph and the brakes went completely out without any warning. Im fortunate that I didnt crash the vehicle into something or someone! contacted Lexus to let them know the issue and they basically laughed it off !! poor customer service!! Read details...
My brakes failed completely. Is there a recall on this car. Read details...
While in motion and in inclement weather, the vehicle went into a 360* spin, while moving at only 25 mph. The vehicle lost all traction. The brakes on the vehicle are inoperable. While on an incline and braking from about 5 mph the vehicle jumped an island before the brakes stopped it. Read details...
The car failed to start six times in the first five months. It seems they have found the cause of that problem. However, the car continues to make clunking noise whenever it goes over a bump. Lexus tells me that is normal. I say it sounds like a 1973 Dodge I owned 30 years ago. Read details...