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2006 Lexus RX repairs by problem area

Engine (26%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (4%)

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2006 Lexus RX brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (40%)

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2006 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

223-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

51000 mi

US $165
master brake seal replaced 

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2006 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT FWD

17000 mi banging, loud clicking of front brakes when peddal depressed and released while vehicle is already at a stop.  
29000 mi a thumping /clanking noise when depressing the brakes. After 5 visits Lexus identified it as the brake solenoid and replaced it. The problem & clanking has reappeared as loud as before. 

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2006 Lexus RX 4dr SUV

208-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD

90000 mi

US $500
Warn rear brakes, Replace pads rotors calipers 
220000 mi

US $100
Replace left front brake caliper (stuck, boot torn) 
127000 mi

US $300
all pads and rotors 
38000 mi

US $240
Grease that holds the brake pads stationary in the caliper were worn out causing a "clicking" noise when the brake pedal was pressed 
19000 mi "VSC System Failure" message & "Must be in Park before starting" message when it was in park, prohibiting hybrid turning on to Ready State. Car was going to be towed, but 2 days later was tried before truck arrived and powered on. 
65000 mi Brake pedal/brake light switch sensor experienced intermittant failures creating problems for drivetrain computers 
160000 mi

US $380
Needed pads after install of pads left rear caliper stuck and required replacement. 

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2006 Lexus RX Brake Problems

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