These Vehicles have a ongoing problem with the brake actuator. Lexus I'm sure Is aware of the problem I believe they should take care of it. It's a really expensive fix that we as customers shouldn't have to be responsible for. This issue makes driving the vehicle very uncomfortable.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the message "VSC Brake Malfunction. ABS Needs Services. Contact Dealer" was displayed. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the actuator needed to be replaced. The part was replaced; however, the failure recurred. An unknown dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the extended warranty coverage for the failure had expired. The failure mileage was 69,000.

- Cranford, NJ, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The contact drove the vehicle off the roadway onto a grassy shoulder to slow the vehicle to prevent a crash. The contact then called the dealer and was advised to enter a code in the vehicle and drive slowly to the dealer. After arriving at the dealer and having the vehicle diagnosed, the contact was informed that the brake actuator and assembly needed to be replaced; however, the repair would be an out of pocket expense. The manufacturer was contacted and provided her with a loaner vehicle however, it was stated that she still had to pay for the vehicle to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90,000.

- Tequesta, FL, USA

Parking Break was stuck on and would not release. Owner removed spare tire and loosened parking break system, but light was still flashing. Dealer check for code and reset. The same thing happened again and the Dealer has started they-??ve installed a new relay and if happens again it will be very expensive to fix. I feel this should be listed as a recall. This issue should be repaired by as the car is low mileage and has always been kept in a garage. Please review. [XXX] INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Sun Lakes , AZ, USA

When pressing the brake paddle, I get a clicking noises from the brakes. Happy he only has 80,000 miles. Don't know if was in the original recall from Lexus but for the cost of a repair that they knew was going to. E a problem they should all repairs. This is a safety issue and I believe Lexus should have full responsibility.

- Summerton, SC, USA

While I was driving one day, my car's braking system loss power to the brakes and I almost hit another car. The car began beeping and will not stop while the car is on. I signed up for drivers.Lexus.com to obtain the vehicle service history report and the brake actuator assembly was replaced back in 2012 which was paid out of pocket by the previous owner. 8 years later and only 55,000 miles more, the same problem has occurred. There was recall for this very vehicle in 2016 but it has ended in 2018. Now I am stuck out of being able to fix the car due to the $3,833 repair cost I can't afford. The Lexus dealership will not honor the recall since it has passed even though the repair code is due to the recall. I think this is not right, especially it is obvious that this recall has not been fixed. I have gone online and see this is happening to almost every owner of this vehicle from 2007-2015. People who have bought this car should not have to pay for a recalled issue that is still occurring even though the recall campaign has expired. This is not right for all of us, especially me who is experiencing this for the second time on this car. I was lucky in not getting in to an accident but if I was on the freeway when it did, I may as well be dead.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

Brake actuator assembly mechanical defect, issues with braking system that is a well known concern with similar models. Lexus offered a warranty enhancement program for primary coverage but that ended 12/17 and there is no coverage beyond that date. This defect is a serious safety concern that plagues many consumers leaving them stuck with costly repairs - which some may continue to remain on the road with these mechanical issues. The dashboard lights are all activated and message displays to immediately pull the car off the road safely and contact dealer. When brakes are applied there is a clicking/popping noise. For this issue to be a consistent issue with Lexus/Toyota vehicles that were made between 2007-2017 there should be a safety recall and not a warranty enhancement. Many consumers are not aware of the problem until they are outside of the warranty limits.

- Red Bank, NJ, USA

As I am driving the vehicle I feel vibrations then my dash illuminate with vsc, ABS, skid control, brake light as well as the triangle with exclamation. Notifications states that I should pull over immediately contact dealer brake malfunction. I have my two year old son in the car with me. Literally gave me a [xxx] heartache. Contact the dealer there's no safety recall for the brake actuator for 2008 LS460 only Toyota issue cars. This is unfair for something that's clearly failing. Lexus be fair to your consumers recall this safety issue. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Atlanta, GA, USA

My 2008 Lexus ls600hl has a defective brake actuator. Lexus is aware of the issue on these cars and put out a warranty enhancement on the actuator but only for certain Ls that fall within a certain VIN# range. My vehicle VIN did not make it into the warranty enhancement but is experiencing the issues stated in the enhancement letter down to the T. all started yesterday when I almost totaled out because the brakes completely failed when I was driving on the highway at 50mph. Lights came on the dash and I could not stop the vehicle. I was able to run onto the shoulder of the road while downshifting the car to slow it down eventually getting it to a stop with minimal damage to my car. Found out later after getting it towed it needs a brake actuator. I am under the 150,000 warranty enhancement (I am at 125,000) mark but my VIN is not on the repair enhancement list so I cant get it repaired under the warranty. This should of affected by years not by VIN specification. I need this fix and Lexus wants $4000 for something that should be covered under warranty enhancement.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

My brakes have been making a clicking and tapping sound. They also feel spongy and hard to stop the car. I was driving home and the dash lights "brake malfunction" came on. I continued to my house and upon entering my driveway, the brakes seemed to have difficulty stopping the car. Upon researching the problem and contacting Lexus coorporation, it is a known defect with the brake actuator. I feel that the brake system of a vehicle is considered a safety issue. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has a legislative mandate undertitle 49 of the United States code, chapter 301, motor vehicle safety, to issue Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and regulations to which manufacturers of motor vehicles and items of motor vehicle equipment must conform and certify compliance. These FMVSS are regulations written in terms of minimum safety performance requirements for motor vehicles or items of motor vehicle equipment. These requirements are specified in such a manner that the public is protected against unreasonable risk of crashes occurring as a result of the design, construction, or performance of motor vehicles and is also protected against unreasonable risk of death or injury in the event crashes do occur.

- Columbia, SC, USA

Brake pedal making strange noise, I stopped at the dillership-all my brakes was changed to brand and Toyota parts from. But this clicking is not disappear. I'm afraid to drive this car. Please let me know why dillership can't resolve it and why it's not on recall yet. I just was look to a review it's more than 1900 people was complaining about same problem. What is going on in our country"???? seams something fishy is going on??" government should take care this problem for safety reason asap!!! we made several later to governor and congress to resolve it as soon as possible.

- Levittown, PA, USA

While in motion, brakes started pulsating and "clicking", then brake pedal feel got very firm and had difficulty stopping, almost resulting in accident. Toyota has released warranty enhancement program for the brake actuator assembly, but my vehicle is just beyond the 10yr/150K mile period. I feel this is a serious safety matter and NHTSA should have worked with Toyota on a safety recall remedy. If brakes fail, the consumers will be seriously injured or die. Vehicle only has 60K miles and this is a known defect!

- Irvine, CA, USA

The ABS/brake/vsc/ light came on, making beeping noise and hard to brake

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

I purchased this car in 2018 and it had less than 75,000 miles on it. I've recently noticed that whenever I press the brake pedal, there is a clicking/popping sound. I'm unsure what it is. I know that it shouldn't be happening. I've read on this site that it maybe the brake actuator. Is there a recall for this problem since it's been brought to Lexus/Toyota attention?

- Demopolis, AL, USA

I was parked with the engine running for approximately 18 minutes when suddenly, I heard a beeping sound in the car it would not stop!!! I turned my engine off in hope to reset whatever it was but as soon as me foot touched the brake the beeping resumed. It was raining and I had not clue of what it was. At this point, all of the brake light on my dash came on. I went out of the car popped the hood and didn't immediately recognize anything. I then went back in the car and with the beeping still in my ear, decided to head home. That's when I noticed I could not stop my car !!! the brake was stiff and I literally had to force my car to stop by applying as much pressure as physically possible to my brake pedal. I took the car to my mechanic and after diagnostics he stated it's the ABS pump and brake actuator.

- Lauderhill, FL, USA

I have 2008 Lexus ls 460 which has mileage of 36,345. I had a sudden failure of brake system and warning light said "bring the car to the dealer" they found ABS actuator failure. Lexus issued "warranty enhancement" about this problem in 2017. But they would not cover my car because the warranty enhancement expired 5 months ago in spite of my car's low mileage. I think NHTSA should recommend "recall" to Lexus because serious safety concern of this problem. Apparently many of the owners of this vehicle have had this problems but had a lot of problems with the dealership to fix it. I would appreciate very much if you would consider seriously and help consumers. Thank you (xxxx) parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Fresno, CA, USA

Squeal noise when pressing brake pedal, coming from brake actuator. Bleeding the brake does not help. Expect brake failure every time I push the pedal. Annoying noise from such expensive vehicle.really, Lexus! this failure and unhappy customers is discussed all over Lexus forums, Lexus know about it but prefer not to acknowledge it!

- Suwanee, GA, USA

ABS brake light warning came on then brakes failed soon after.

- Hammond, IN, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. While driving approximately 35 mph, the brakes seized and released. All of the instrument panel indicators illuminated, including the "please stop and call the dealer immediately" warning message. The vehicle was taken to wilde Lexus sarasota (941-924-3040, located at 4883 clark rd, sarasota, fl 34233) where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the extended warranty was expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was not provided. Updated 12/3/18

- Sarasota, FL, USA

The contact owns a 2008 Lexus LS460. While the vehicle was on and in the park position, the "check vehicle system, stop vehicle in a safe place immediately", check engine, and brake system warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to starks Toyota (4855 us-501, myrtle beach, SC 29579, 843-236-2161) where it was diagnosed that the brake actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. No assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 72,034.

- Georgetown, SC, USA