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2004 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (18%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (16%)

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2004 Lexus RX brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (18%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (36%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

93000 mi Front rotors had to be turned, causing steering wheel to shake while braking. Rear brake calipers causing pads to stick to rotors, the mechanic stated the because calipers were causing the failure, the parts and work wouldn't be covered. 
75000 mi

US $200
Repair/rebuild frozen right rear brake caliper 

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2004 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

230-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

13324 mi Replaced braqke booster assembly. Replaced front rotors. 
47932 mi

C $619
Replace front pads. 
121000 mi

US $387
Front & rear disks cut with pads 
70000 mi

US $4100
Rusted front and rear rotors, emergency brake cable, and backing plate. All replaced. 
181500 mi

US $250
Right Rear Brake caliper slider seized 
187000 mi Parking brake retaining pin head was touching back of lug nut studs making a click in reverse 
212000 mi

US $30
Rear brake wear. Replaced rear brake pads 
103540 mi

C $77
the rear brakes are seized, pulled out the brakes and caliper and grease them 
117800 mi

C $300
the rear driver side brakes is eating the pads while the passenger side still looks brand new,the mechanic lubed the brake caliper and cleaned it, suggested not to replace it. 
96000 mi

US $2500
Rust on the vehicle caused a failure of brake system, ABS, TPMS and traction control. Dealer was able to repair basic brakes (at significant expense), but full repair cost would have exceeded value of vehicle. ABS, TPMS and traction control not repaired. 

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2004 Lexus RX Brake Problems

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