2006 Lexus RX Hybrid: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Aug 2, 2022 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2006 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated that the vehicle would emit abnormal sounds long after the vehicle was parked. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The contact stood on the brake and the vehicle finally responded. The brake warning light and the ABS warning light were illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving at slower speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ABS actuator had failed. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure but informed the contact that the vehicle could not be repaired under Lexus Technical Service Bulletin Number: POL16-01 because the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jan 13, 2022 · Brakes · 190,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2006 Lexus RX400H. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without proper braking functionality. The contact stated that the ABS, traction control, service brakes, and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the skid control unit needed to be replaced however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact then spoke to a local dealer but did not take the vehicle to be inspected due to the cost of the diagnostic fee. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 190,000.

Filed Jan 12, 2019 · Brakes · 99,000 miles · FL

Takata recall ABS, vsc, and brake lights are on. Found brake actuator failing needs to replace. I was on the highway and the brake pedal was down.

Filed Jun 9, 2018 · Brakes · 120,000 miles · CA

This was our first hybrid vehicle. We were not familiar with the weird noises and the particularsbin the way the vehicle operates. This particular issue was with the ABS breaking system. I had taken my car to lexus a few times for oil changes, a problem with the power converter and another issue over the last 6 plus years I always complained about the pulsing of the brakes and the barking and other noises coming from the car. This last month or so a warning light for ABS and another warning had come up. I had recently had the rear brakes done and called the local brake shop . They ran diagnostics and said the ABS actuator needed replaced. Error code c1256 and c1391. I decided to look up these codes and my lexus model and found many. Many many people with this same issue over the last 3 years or so. Most received a letter from lexus advising of a"warranty enhancement. I have never received this or any recall letter for my lexus. The people on these lexusclub boards all had this issue. Many of them did not have the "warning light" come on and were denied a repair. I have always had the issue and the warning light came on a month or so ago and I find that this is a hugh safety issue since it's with the breaking system. Lexus is aware of it and extended the warranty to 12/31/2017. Well even though I purchased an extended warranty they say it's not covered and ithe repair is about $2500-$3000 . Today we called lexus customer service and they state it's our fault for not bringing it in on time they said they did their due diligence and sent them. Well I have never once received any recall it warranty enhancement notice. I have lived here 23 years and owned the car for more than 6 years. Lexus calls this a warranty enhancement"dealers call this a safety issue. Should have been a recall .but to avoid the recall stigma they issue an enhancement

Filed May 4, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 142,000 miles · FL

May 1, 2018 lexus headquarters us 19001 s western ave torrance, ca 90501 attn: customer service I am the owner of a 2006 rx400h I have recently discovered has an abnormal leak in the brake actuator designated c1391 on computer diagnostic equipment. I have been advised by the service department of a local dealership that this has rendered the ABS brake system inoperable. Further, I am disappointed to learn lexus is unwilling to repair the car under a warranty extension program established by the company. My vehicle is beyond the 10 year window established by lexus for this program, yet under the 150,000 mileage limit. Through on-line research I learned lexus has been aware of vehicles with defective brake actuators for over a decade. Yet, the company failed to provide notification that would have allowed me to take corrective action within the warranty extension time period. I am disheartened to learn lexus would allow an owner to drive a vehicle with a latent safety defect. And, I do not understand why lexus would jeopardize the quality brand it has worked so diligently to establish. Under similar circumstances, honda honored an extended vehicle warranty on my car, totally unrelated to safety. The company replaced a faulty air conditioning compressor, warranted for 80,000 miles, on a car with 85,000 miles without charge. Honda supports customers with action, not just words. In my opinion, they delivered on a commitment to customer satisfaction. I would have expected no less from lexus. I urge lexus to reconsider the company's decision to not repair a defective component on my vehicle that compromises my safety and the safety of others. Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

Filed Apr 7, 2018 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 135,828 miles · AZ

The hybrid system light turned on. Next were the brake and ABS lights turned on, then the was stalled in the middle of the road. The car was in motion and I was able to steered it to the side of the road. It was on the street road. I checked for the recalls related to the VIN, but no recalls for this vehicle although there were 6 recalls total. One of the recall related to the inverter coolant. It happened to me twice once at around 120k and now 135,828 miles.my VIN is [xxx]. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 25, 2017 · Acceleration, Brakes · UT

Brake actuator overworking,brakes chirp when pedal compresses,all dash warning light on. "check vsc system" - ABS,brake,traction control,red caution light. Regenerative braking not working.

Filed Nov 15, 2016 · Fuel system · 140,949 miles · MD

I purchased this car on 6/11/2016 with 125, 812 miles. I am now at 140, 949 and today while driving down the road with my daughter in the car my vsc maint light, ABS light, brake light, and track stabilizer light all came on at the same time. I have contacted the lexus dealer in regards to campaign number 13v396000 as this recall identification is identical to what happened today. This being my only vehicle which carries myself and my child this seems to be a very dangerous issue. The dealership informed me that all of these recalls have been repaired and my vehicle is not covered. If this car was repaired it is obvious it was not repaired correctly, if at all. This repair would cost me close to what I paid for the car itself! I would like documentation that my vehicle has in fact been repaired as I am better off buying a different car and junking this one than paying to repair it.

Filed Feb 29, 2016 · Brakes, Driver assistance · 130,000 miles · GA

I have ABS vsc and several other lights on on the dash. The response from lexus is I need a new ABS accumulator assembly. Costs is in the thousands. The similar model design pump was used in the 2007-2011 camry. Toyota has issued a warranty extension on that pump. Why has the rx400h and the highlander not received this extension!

Filed Feb 29, 2016 · Body, Driver assistance · GA · crash

All service lights are on, ABS vsc, and info display states some sort of vsc malfunction.

Filed Jul 13, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 138,000 miles · TX

Abs system intermittent failure and master brake cylinder failure.

Filed May 21, 2010 · Brakes · 63,105 miles · IL

Lexus rx400h 2006 - ABS - when applying brakes to slow down, if the car is on a bumpy road, the brakes seem to give out and the car lunges forward. This seems to happen as car switches from regenerative braking to regular brakes. I have reported this issue to the dealer several times, and they have yet to find any problem.