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Check your estimate against 1,180 NHTSA owner complaints
54 owners stated what they paid: the middle half paid $700 to $2,400 (median $1,100).
Those amounts often include other repairs from the same visit.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, analyzed by CalcScrape. Unverified owner reports, not adjusted for sales volume. Method
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This page is for owners who have a hard or sinking brake pedal and want to know what the repair will cost on their car. It draws on 1,180 NHTSA owner complaints about brake boosters. The Ford F-150 alone has 178 of them, and 46% of the complaints that gave a mileage came between 50,000 and 100,000 miles.
A brake booster replacement costs $330 to $710 on a midsize car at a $120/hr shop, with 1.5 to 3.0 hours of labor. Vehicle size and booster type drive the spread: SUVs and trucks run $430 to $860, and the pricier booster types reach $1,130.
Owners' real bills ran higher. The 54 NHTSA complainants who reported a price paid a median of $1,100, and a quarter of them paid $2,400 or more, usually because the job grew beyond the booster alone.
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What owners reported to NHTSA about the brake booster
1,180owner complaints name the brake booster
53,054 mitypical odometer at failure
$1,100median amount owners wrote (54 reports)
7%checked "vehicle towed" on the NHTSA form (of 1,180)
23%were going 55 mph or faster (of 710 reports that gave a speed)
“Told me I would have to replace brake booster which was causing problems for $425.”
“Replaced brake master cyclinder, brake booster and brake vacuum pump assembly for $1000.76 vehicle had 59,663 miles at the time of service.”
“Dealer diagnose bad vacuum pump and oil in brake booster and lines ,all needed to be replaced costing over $1,300 dollars.”
Owners also checked on the NHTSA form: 69 crashes, 2 fires and 21injuries. A report does not always say the brake booster caused it.
Find your car: 71 models named in 3 or more complaints
| Model | Complaints | Worst model years | Median mileage | Median amount owners wrote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | 178 | 2015, 2016, 2018 | 53,810 mi | $1,068 (10 reports) |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 60 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 52,500 mi | $1,100 (7 reports) |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 51 | 2016, 2017, 2018 | 63,455 mi | — |
| Ford Expedition | 48 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 73,000 mi | — |
| Toyota Prius | 46 | 2015, 2016, 2018 | 63,000 mi | — |
| Chevrolet Equinox | 44 | 2018, 2019, 2020 | 81,000 mi | — |
| Chrysler Pacifica | 44 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | 50,000 mi | — |
| Volkswagen Atlas | 38 | 2018, 2019, 2021 | 19,139 mi | — |
| GMC Sierra 1500 | 34 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 44,000 mi | — |
| Dodge Dart | 33 | 2015, 2016 | 59,386 mi | — |
| GMC Terrain | 28 | 2018, 2019, 2020 | 101,700 mi | — |
| Chevrolet Suburban | 26 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 67,000 mi | — |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | 23 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 51,902 mi | — |
| Toyota Camry | 20 | 2015, 2018, 2019 | 41,300 mi | — |
| Honda Accord | 18 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | 1,380 mi | — |
| Chevrolet Colorado | 16 | 2015, 2016, 2020 | 51,000 mi | — |
| Toyota Highlander | 14 | 2018, 2019, 2022 | — | $600 (4 reports) |
| Toyota Tacoma | 13 | 2017, 2018, 2020 | 37,202 mi | — |
| Honda CR-V | 13 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | 46,000 mi | — |
| Ford Explorer | 13 | 2016, 2020, 2025 | 3,000 mi | — |
| Jeep Cherokee | 12 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 41,111 mi | — |
| Ford Bronco | 11 | 2021, 2022, 2023 | — | — |
| Ford Edge | 9 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 136,000 mi | — |
| Chevrolet Traverse | 9 | 2015, 2018, 2025 | 39,000 mi | — |
| Ford Escape | 9 | 2015, 2017, 2020 | 75,200 mi | — |
| Ford Fusion | 9 | 2015, 2016 | 96,027 mi | — |
| Volvo XC90 | 9 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | — | — |
| Honda Civic | 8 | 2015, 2016, 2018 | — | — |
| Toyota Corolla | 7 | 2015, 2019, 2022 | — | — |
| GMC Yukon | 7 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 63,690 mi | — |
| Jeep Wrangler | 7 | 2015, 2017, 2018 | — | — |
| Lincoln Navigator | 7 | 2016, 2017, 2025 | 70,500 mi | — |
| Chrysler 200 | 6 | 2015, 2016 | 55,000 mi | — |
| Hyundai Sonata | 6 | 2015, 2016, 2017 | 59,500 mi | — |
| RAM 1500 | 5 | 2015, 2016, 2025 | — | — |
| Nissan Sentra | 5 | 2017, 2018, 2022 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Trax | 5 | 2017, 2018, 2020 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | 5 | 2017 | — | — |
| Kia Sportage | 5 | 2023, 2025 | — | — |
| Toyota RAV4 | 5 | 2019, 2020 | — | — |
| Toyota Prius V | 5 | 2015, 2016 | — | — |
| Ford Bronco Sport | 5 | 2021, 2022 | — | — |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee L | 5 | 2021, 2022, 2023 | — | — |
| Nissan Rogue | 4 | 2015, 2017, 2018 | — | — |
| GMC Sierra 2500 | 4 | 2015, 2021, 2024 | — | — |
| Hyundai Elantra | 4 | 2016, 2017 | — | — |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 4 | 2015, 2017, 2024 | — | — |
| GMC Acadia | 4 | 2017, 2021 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500 | 4 | 2015, 2016, 2019 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Volt | 4 | 2016, 2017 | — | — |
| Lexus RX | 4 | 2017, 2018, 2019 | — | — |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | 4 | 2022, 2023, 2024 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Blazer | 4 | 2019, 2021, 2023 | — | — |
| Ford Maverick Hybrid | 4 | 2024, 2025 | — | — |
| RAM 3500 | 3 | 2015, 2016 | 16,000 mi | — |
| Ford Fusion Hybrid | 3 | 2015, 2018 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Cruze | 3 | 2015, 2017 | — | — |
| Ford Mustang | 3 | 2015, 2022 | — | — |
| Mazda CX-9 | 3 | 2015, 2016 | — | — |
| Volkswagen Jetta | 3 | 2016, 2019 | — | — |
| Chevrolet Spark | 3 | 2015, 2016, 2018 | — | — |
| GMC Yukon XL | 3 | 2015, 2016, 2018 | 41,000 mi | — |
| Nissan Leaf | 3 | 2015 | — | — |
| Buick Enclave | 3 | 2015, 2022 | — | — |
| Honda HR-V | 3 | 2017, 2022, 2025 | — | — |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 3 | 2020 | — | — |
| Porsche Taycan | 3 | 2020, 2021, 2022 | — | — |
| GMC Canyon | 3 | 2016, 2017 | — | — |
| Honda Pilot | 3 | 2016, 2022, 2023 | — | — |
| BMW X7 | 3 | 2023, 2024 | — | — |
| Audi Q7 | 3 | 2021, 2022 | — | — |
Complaints by model year
How fast the car was going when it failed (median 30 mph, 710 reports with a speed)
From the 710 complaints that recorded a speed.
Everything owners described with the brake booster
20 safety recalls involving the brake booster (891,008 vehicles, 2015+ models)
Check whether your car is in one of these 20 campaigns: nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Recall | Vehicles (2015+ models) | Defect and consequence | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25V488000 2025-07 | Ford F-150 2025; Ford Expedition 2025; Ford Bronco 2025; Ford Ranger 2025; Lincoln Navigator 2025 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System… An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. | 312,120 |
| 20V332000 2020-06 | Ford F-150 2015–2017 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster. A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the… | 292,311 |
| 23V458000 2023-06 | Honda Passport 2021–2023; Honda Ridgeline 2020–2023; Honda Pilot 2021–2022; Honda Civic 2020–2021; Acura Mdx 2020 | Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport, 2021-2022 Pilot, and 2020 Acura MDX vehicles. Brake master cylinder separation can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. | 124,077 |
| 23V410000 2023-06 | Kia Sportage 2023 | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. | 98,944 |
| 17V063000 2017-02 | Hyundai Elantra 2017 | Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017 Elantra vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the brake booster may fail, resulting in a loss of power brake assist. A loss of power brake assist can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | 33,803 |
| 26V090000 2026-02 | Ford Transit 2025 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Transit vehicles. The brake pedal may disconnect from the brake booster pushrod, causing a loss of brake function. A loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash. | 15,965 |
| 22V549000 2022-07 | Nissan Rogue Hybrid 2017–2019 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Rogue Hybrid vehicles. The hydraulic brake booster assembly may overheat internally, resulting in a loss of power brake assist. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | 5,904 |
| 25V401000 2025-06 | Ford F-250 Sd 2025; Ford F-350 Sd 2025; Ford F-450 Sd 2025 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-350 SD, and F-250 SD vehicles. The brake booster pushrod retaining spring may not have been installed, which can allow the pushrod to disconnect from the brake pedal and cause a sudden… A sudden loss of brake function increases the risk of a crash. | 2,345 |
| 24V943000 2024-12 | Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2019–2020; Alfa Romeo Giulia 2019–2020 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Alfa Romeo Stelvio vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal… Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. | 2,021 |
| 24V621000 2024-08 | Audi E-Tron 2019 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Audi E-Tron and 2020-2024 Audi E-Tron Sportback vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which… Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. | 1,453 |
| 25V823000 2025-12 | Ford F-150 2025; Ford Expedition 2025; Ford Bronco 2025; Ford Ranger 2025; Lincoln Navigator 2025 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System… An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. | 679 |
| 17V817000 2017-12 | Mercedes-Benz G550 2017 | Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain model year 2017 Mercedes G550 & G550 4x4 Squared vehicles. The vacuum hose for the brake booster may collapse resulting in increased braking effort. Increased braking effort may increase the risk of a crash. | 432 |
| 18V086000 2018-02 | Nissan Juke 2015–2017 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Juke Nismo RS vehicles. Due to a problem within the brake master cylinder, brake fluid may leak into the brake booster, reducing brake performance. If brake fluid leaks into the brake booster it can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | 415 |
| 23V415000 2023-06 | Hyundai Palisade 2023 | Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2023 Palisade vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist. A loss of power brake assist can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. | 322 |
| 21V695000 2021-09 | Volkswagen Arteon 2021 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Arteon vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach. A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. | 99 |
| 21V533000 2021-07 | Ford F-150 2021 | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 F-150 vehicles. The electronic brake booster may leak brake fluid into the electronic control unit, which could result in reduced braking performance. Reduced braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. | 56 |
| 21V707000 2021-09 | Audi E-Tron 2021 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi E-Tron Quattro and E-Tron Sportback Quattro vehicles. Corrosion in the brake booster may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), speedometer display,… A loss of braking assist, ABS, and ESC will increase the effort and distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash. | 38 |
| 21V697000 2021-09 | Porsche 911 Carrera 2020–2021; Porsche Taycan 2020–2021 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2020-2021 911 Carrera and Taycan vehicles. The pressure input rod connection on the brake booster may be loose and could detach. A detached pressure input rod will cause the brake pedal to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. | 11 |
| 14V470000 2014-08 | Porsche Macan 2015 | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2015 Macan vehicles manufactured March 6, 2014, to April 26, 2014. During manufacturing, the brake booster may have been damaged during installation. If the brake booster was damaged during installation, the vacuum in the brake booster may drop when the brakes are actuated, resulting in a reduced brake force boost, increasing the risk of a crash. | 7 |
| 24V835000 2024-11 | Polestar Polestar 1 2020 | Polestar Automotive USA, Inc. (Polestar) is recalling certain 2020 Polestar 1 vehicles. The fastener that connects the brake pedal and the brake booster may have been improperly assembled during manufacturing, which can cause the brake pedal to detach from… Brake pedal detachment can cause a loss of brake function and increase the risk of a crash. | 6 |
62 manufacturer service bulletins mention the brake booster
Service bulletins (TSBs) are the automaker's repair instructions for a known issue, filed with NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall and does not mean every vehicle has the problem; it can mean a known fix, updated part or extended coverage. Ask the shop whether one applies to your VIN.
| Bulletin | Vehicles | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| TSB_SC377 2026-08 | KiaTelluride 2027 | TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BRAKE BOOSTER PUSHROD ADJUSTMENT (SC377) - This bulletin provides information for adjusting the brake booster pushrod on certain 2027MY Telluride (LQ2) vehicles produced from January 2, 2026,… |
| No. 2309.3 2026-04 | Porsche718 Cayman Gt4 Rs 2024; 718 Boxster Gts 2021–2024; 718 Boxster S 2021–2024; 718 Cayman S 2021–2023 | Instructions on advanced technical information for 718 GTS 4.0 - Brake Booster (Power Brake) Warning in Instrument Cluster |
| InVeh-InApp-Comm 2026-03 | BmwX7 2025; X5 2025; X6 2025 | It was determined that your vehicle was fitted with a brake booster that potentially has a faulty hydraulic valve. This may result in a modified pedal feel and a sporadic red Check Control message. |
| No. 105-25-2 2026-01 | PorscheCayenne 2024–2026; Cayenne E-Hybrid 2024–2026; Panamera Gts 2024–2026; Panamera E-Hybrid 2024 | Technical information for Active Malfunction Indicator Light in Conjunction with Fault Memory Entries Regarding Brake Booster "U01B400" and "C114113" |
| No. 105-25-1 2026-01 | PorscheTaycan Turbo S 2020–2026; Taycan 2020–2026; Taycan Cross Turismo 2020–2023; Taycan 4s 2020–2026 | Technical information for Active Malfunction Indicator Light in Conjunction with Fault Memory Entries Regarding Brake Booster "U01B400" and "C114113" |
| 05-004-25 2025-12 | JeepRenegade 2024–2025; Compass 2024–2025 | Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Brake Booster Noise While Braking Customers may comment on the following: Hissing or air leak type noise heard when braking. |
| 9100615 2025-06 | JeepWagoneer 2022–2025; Grand Cherokee 2022–2025 | Power brake booster To avoid potential charge-back, only use MOPAR approved brake fluid per the service manual. When filling the brake reservoir, use clean equipment and gloves during repair to avoid cross-contamination. |
| S2523000045 2025-05 | JeepWagoneer 2022–2025; Grand Wagoneer 2022–2025 | C058E-00 - BRAKE BOOSTER MOTOR "B" POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE |
| 06-94-25 2025-02 | SubaruCrosstrek 2024; Impreza 2024 | This bulletin announces availability of new Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) & Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) module reprogramming files developed to address cases of a cracking-type noise heard under the dashboard in the… |
| 24LE03 2025-01 | LexusGs Hybrid 2016–2018; Ls Hybrid 2015–2016; Nx Hybrid 2018–2021 | Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the guests ownership experience. |
| 24TE05 2025-01 | ToyotaHighlander Hybrid 2017–2019 | Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Toyota s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers ownership… |
| 24TE01 2024-11 | ToyotaPrius C 2015–2017; Highlander Hybrid 2015–2016 | This Customer Support Program provides coverage as it applies to Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on Certain 2014-2016 Model Year Highlander HV and certain 2017 Model Year Prius V Vehicles. |
| NTB22-080 2024-09 | NissanRogue Hybrid 2017–2019 | CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Hydraulic Brake Booster Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign Reference: R22A6 Date: September 18, 2024 Attention: Dealer Principal, Sales, Service & Parts Managers SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN ID: R22A6 |… |
| VOS-24-99 2024-07 | VolkswagenId.4 2021 | This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication for DA 0023 Brake Booster replacement test / basic setting Pressure test failure E8 -ID.4 2021 |
| VOS-24-84 2024-06 | VolkswagenId.4 2021 | This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication for DA 0023 Brake Booster replacement test / basic setting Pressure test failure E8 -ID.4 2021 |
| VOS-24-70 2024-05 | VolkswagenId.4 2021 | This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication for : DA 0023 Brake Booster replacement test / basic setting Pressure test failure E8 ID.4 2021 USA/CAN> |
| VOS-24-64 2024-05 | VolkswagenId.4 2021 | This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS program to correct the DA 0023 Brake Booster Replacement test |
| 24LE01 2024-02 | ToyotaPrius C 2015–2017; Highlander Hybrid 2015–2016 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership… |
| 24LE01a 2024-02 | ToyotaHighlander Hybrid 2015–2016; Prius C 2015–2017 | RL: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2014-2016 model year Highlander HV vehicles and certain 2015-2017 Prius C vehicles. |
| 24TE01b 2024-02 | LexusCt Hybrid 2015–2017 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the guests? ownership… |
| 24TE01c 2024-02 | LexusCt Hybrid 2015–2017 | RL: Lexus has received reports regarding the Brake Booster Pump Assembly and/or Brake Booster on certain 2014 - 2017 model year CT200h vehicles. |
| No. 2309.2 2023-11 | Porsche718 Boxster Gts 2021–2024; 718 Cayman Gts 2022–2024 | Instructions on advanced technical information for the brake booster warning on the instrument cluster |
| No. 2309.1 2023-09 | Porsche718 Boxster Gts 2021–2023; 718 Cayman Gts 2022–2023 | Instructions on advanced technical information on the brake booster for the 718 GTS 4.0 |
| 23P02 2023-06 | FordMaverick 2023 | Certain 2023 Model Year Maverick Vehicles with an Electronic Brake Booster Electronic Brake Booster Replacement In the affected vehicles, the Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) may have an internal leak in the normally… |
| No. 2309 2023-05 | Porsche718 Spyder 2021–2023; 718 Cayman S 2021–2023; 718 Boxster S 2021–2023; 718 Boxster Gts 2021–2023 | Instructions on advanced technical information for the 718 GTS 4.0 Brake Booster |
| 23LE04_Dealer Le 2023-04 | LexusRx Hybrid 2016–2019; Ls460 2015–2017; Gs450h 2015 | DL: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership… |
| 23LE04- Multiple 2023-03 | LexusLs460 2015–2017; Rx 2016–2019; Ls600h 2015–2017; Rx Hybrid 2015–2019 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assembly are covered by Lexus?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership… |
| SSM 51374 2023-02 | FordEscape 2020–2021; Explorer 2020–2021; Bronco Sport 2021 | Some 2020-2021 Escape/Bronco Sport/Explorer and 2020-2021 Corsair/Aviator vehicles equipped with electric brake booster (EBB) built on or before 1-Aug-2022 may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning… |
| 21TE04 - Dealer 2022-12 | ToyotaAvalon Hybrid 2017–2018; Camry Hybrid 2017 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Toyota?s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Toyota care about the customers? ownership… |
| D-22-15 2022-12 | ChryslerPacifica 2018–2020 | Brake booster |
| 21LE02 - Dealer 2022-04 | LexusNx Hybrid 2015–2016; Rx Hybrid 2015; Es Hybrid 2016 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Lexus? New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership… |
| 21LE03 - ECB - D 2021-12 | LexusEs Hybrid 2017–2018; Nx Hybrid 2017 | DP: Although the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies are covered by Lexus? New Vehicle Limited Warranty for 4 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first), we at Lexus care about the customers? ownership… |
| 21NA045 2021-03 | ChevroletImpala 2015–2019; Malibu 2015–2019 | This service bulletin informs dealers that a new Power Brake Booster Vacuum Cap will need to be replaced when installing the revised Power Brake Booster Vacuum Pipe to correct DTCs being set due to misrouting of brake… |
| 20B51 2021-02 | FordEscape 2020; Explorer 2020 | In some of the affected vehicles, the Electric Brake Booster (EBB) may contain a cracked solenoid valve plunger that may break and move out of position. |
| 20TE07 - Dealer 2020-11 | ToyotaPrius V 2015 | DP: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 ? 2014 model year Prius V and certain 2015 Model Year Prius V vehicles. |
| 0500320 2020-11 | Ram1500 2019–2020 | Brake Pedal with Booster Service This bulletin is informing the technician that when servicing the brake pedal or the brake booster both components need to be serviced together. |
| ZLM_Region Lette 2019-09 | LexusEs Hybrid 2015 | Region Letter: Lexus has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2013 - 2015 model year ES 300h vehicles. |
| ZLM_Dealer Email 2019-09 | LexusEs Hybrid 2015 | Dealer Email: Lexus has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2013 ? 2015 model year ES 300h vehicles. |
| ZLM_Dealer Packa 2019-09 | LexusEs Hybrid 2015 | Dealer Package: Lexus has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2013 ? 2015 model year ES 300h vehicles. |
| ZKK_Dealer Email 2019-09 | ToyotaAvalon 2015 | Dealer Email: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. |
| ZKK_Dealer Packa 2019-09 | ToyotaAvalon 2015 | Dealer Package: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid… |
| ZKK_Region Email 2019-09 | ToyotaAvalon 2015 | Region Email: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 -2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. |
| ZKK_Region Lette 2019-09 | ToyotaAvalon 2015 | Region Letter: Toyota has received reports regarding the Brake Booster and Brake Booster Pump Assemblies on certain 2012 - 2014 model year Camry Hybrid vehicles and certain 2013 - 2015 model year Avalon Hybrid Vehicles. |
| 122-R8F8C-07 2019-06 | PorschePanamera 2017–2018 | Instructions for carrying out Workshop Campaign WJ83, Re-programming Control Units for PSM and Brake Booster. With the current combination of Porsche Stability Management and the Electric Brake Booster, the two control… |
| 17NA021 2018-12 | GmcAcadia 2017–2018 | This technical bulletin provides a procedure for replacing the oil pump, power brake booster and power brake booster vacuum hose to eliminate a hard brake pedal and/or air type noise heard upon brake apply due to oil in… |
| NTB18-054 2018-07 | NissanMurano 2018 | 2018 MURANO; BRAKE BOOSTER DESIGN CHANGE SERVICE INFORMATION A change has been made to the brake booster assembly (booster) and brake booster supply hose (supply hose) for the Applied Vehicles built on or after the… |
| 18NA065 2018-02 | ChevroletEquinox 2018 | This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the brake booster if the build date of the booster falls within a certain date due to the booster causing a Clunk Noise When Applying Brakes. |
| 18NA065 2018-02 | GmcTerrain 2018 | This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the brake booster if the build date of the booster falls within a certain date due to the booster causing a Clunk Noise When Applying Brakes. |
| SB-18-33-001 2018-01 | TeslaModel 3 2017 | On some Model 3 vehicles, the brake booster clevis pin might make a knock or rattle sound when the brakes are used. Vehicle braking is not affected. |
| GCUS-3-894 2017-03 | ChevroletEquinox 2018 | 17145 - Service Update. Certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine (RPO LYX), may have a misrouted power brake booster vacuum pipe that could abrade due to the contact with the power transfer unit (PTU) vent hose over… |
| GCUS-3-895 2017-03 | ChevroletEquinox 2018 | 17146 - Service Update. Certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine (RPO LYX), may have a misrouted power brake booster vacuum pipe that could abrade due to the contact with the steel brake lines over time. |
| GCUS-3-893 2017-03 | ChevroletEquinox 2018 | 17146 - Service Update. Certain vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine (RPO LYX), may have a misrouted power brake booster vacuum pipe that could abrade due to the contact with the steel brake lines over time. |
| V011618 2045383 2016-11 | VolkswagenJetta 2016–2017 | Update ECM programming to enhance diagnoistcs for Brake Booster pressure sensor. |
| 16-NA-218 2016-06 | ChevroletExpress 2015–2016 | THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AND FLUID COOLER INLET AND OUTLET HOSE TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF BRAKE HYDROBOOSTER LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. |
| 16-NA-218 2016-06 | GmcSavana 2015–2016 | THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN PROVIDES A PROCEDURE TO REPLACE THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER AND FLUID COOLER INLET AND OUTLET HOSE TO CORRECT A CONDITION OF BRAKE HYDROBOOSTER LEAKING POWER STEERING FLUID. |
| PIC6191 2016-04 | BuickLacrosse 2016; Regal 2016 | THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE CONNECTOR AT THE KR14 BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP RELAY. |
| PIC6191 2016-04 | CadillacXts 2016 | THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE CONNECTOR AT THE KR14 BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP RELAY. |
| PIC6191 2016-04 | ChevroletImpala 2016 | THIS PRELIMINARY INFORMATION COMMUNICATION ADVISES THE TECHNICIAN TO INSPECT THE CONNECTOR AT THE KR14 BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP RELAY. |
| SSM72511 2015-11 | Land RoverRange Rover Evoque 2015; Lr2 2015 | 2.2 DW12 Brake Booster contaminated with oil - O-RING CHECK - Evidence of oil kcointamination found within the brake booster during replacement. |
| 06-50-15 2015-08 | SubaruForester 2015; Impreza 2015; Xv Crosstrek 2015 | THIS BULLETIN INFORMS OF A PARTS CHANGE TO THE BRAKE SYSTEM MASTER CYLINDER AND VACUUM BOOSTER. WHENEVER REPLACEMENT OF EITHER OF THESE COMPONENTS IS REQUIRED, THE IDENTIFICATION PROCEDURE PROVIDED BELOW MUST BE… |
Odometer spread across 502 brake booster complaints
Median odometer by model year: 2015: 54,000 mi (203 reports) · 2016: 52,500 mi (138 reports) · 2017: 54,000 mi (62 reports) · 2018: 43,000 mi (44 reports) · 2019: 48,486 mi (24 reports) · 2020: 53,000 mi (12 reports). Newer model years have had less time to rack up miles, so their medians run lower.
This is the mileage owners reported when they filed, not a failure probability.
What broke, and what happened next, in brake booster complaints
What happened after it failed (number of complaints):
When brake booster failures were reported, year by year, with recall dates
Complaints by the year the failure happened. The current year is partial. A recall in the same year is shown for context, not as a cause.
What this page's numbers are based on, and what they leave out
- 1,180 NHTSA owner complaints naming the brake booster (2015–2025 models), including 54 in which owners stated an amount paid or quoted (middle half $700–$2,400, full range $250–$5,447).
- 20 NHTSA recall campaigns and 62 manufacturer service bulletins that mention this part.
- The calculator's estimate: typical labor hours and parts ranges for this job, adjusted by state using government wage and price-level data.
- 610 complaints mention a dealer and 91 an independent shop.
- Not included: a quote for your exact vehicle, diagnostic fees, taxes, dealer markup, or secondary damage (for example engine damage after overheating). Owner-reported amounts often include those extras, which is why they run higher than the calculator.
More of what owners told NHTSA
“Now I am left with a $1000+ bill that could have been avoided if gm would notify customers of faulty brake booster.”
“My brake boosters went out and I paid $700 now something odd is happening to my brakes with the air or pressure.”
“I took it to a Toyota dealership and they diagnosed a faulty brake booster pump with a price of $2500 to replace.”
“They diagnosed the issue and informed me of the below needed repair⦠Brake - Hydraulic Brake Booster Pump: BRAKE BOOSTER NO HOLDING VACUUM $1,274.73 I am aware that there were some recalls associated with this for my year model that did not involve my VIN.”
“we thought we had all the problems behind us after getting the brake booster replaced ($500).”
Unverified owner reports, counted by keyword in the complaint text and not adjusted for how many of each model were sold. How we process NHTSA complaints · check recalls for your VIN.
Brake master cylinder leaks show up in 299 brake booster complaints
The brake master cylinder is named in 299 brake booster complaints. It is linked to the booster far more strongly than any other part: 92 times more often than chance would predict. If a shop finds fluid in your booster, the master cylinder has to be replaced along with it. On these Fords, a VIN check can decide whether you pay for the repair at all.
Owners of 19% of complaints described a fluid leak. That is one of the few symptoms you can check yourself before you approve a quote for a booster alone.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 brake booster bills often include the vacuum pump
Silverado 1500 owners reported a median of $1,100, above the calculator's $430–$860 for an SUV or truck. One 2015 Silverado owner told NHTSA the "dealer diagnose bad vacuum pump and oil in brake booster and lines, all needed to be replaced costing over $1,300 dollars." Oil in the booster points to a failing vacuum pump. When the pump is the source, the pump and lines go on the same bill, and a booster-only estimate will be too low.
Hydraulic brake booster pumps drive the top quarter of owner bills to $2,400 and above
The top quarter of owner-reported amounts starts at $2,400, and some reach $5,447. Those amounts are well above the calculator's $510–$1,130 for a hydraulic or electric booster. A 2019 Toyota Camry owner reported a quote of $1,274.73 for a "hydraulic brake booster pump" with the note "brake booster no holding vacuum". Lexus bulletin 24LE03 says the brake booster and booster pump assembly on hybrid models, including the GS, LS and NX hybrids, fall under the 4-year/50,000-mile new vehicle warranty. If a hybrid is inside that window, the bill may not be yours to pay.
Honda, Kia and Hyundai brake booster recalls cover models outside the complaint leaders
- 23V458000: the tie rod fastener connecting the brake booster and master cylinder on 2020-2021 Civic, 2020-2023 Ridgeline, 2021-2023 Passport and 2021-2022 Pilot may separate. The result can be a loss of brake function.
- 23V410000: the booster diaphragm on 2023 Kia Sportage models can misalign and cause an internal vacuum leak and a loss of power assist.
- 17V063000: the booster on 2017 Hyundai Elantra models may fail and cause a loss of power brake assist.
On any of these models, a hard pedal or a leaking booster is the failure the recall describes. Check the VIN before paying for a booster.
Volkswagen Atlas and GMC Terrain brake booster complaints sit at opposite mileage extremes
Volkswagen Atlas owners filed 38 complaints at a median of 19,139 miles, so on that model the failures come early, often while the car is still under factory coverage. GMC Terrain complaints have a median of 101,700 miles, near the point where only a tenth of all brake booster reports fall. Across all models, half of reports fall between 39,000 and 72,000 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
My F-150 has brake fluid inside the vacuum booster. Do I pay for the booster, the master cylinder, or both?
Usually both, because the leaking master cylinder is what put the fluid there. An F-150 owner reported paying $1000.76 for a master cylinder, brake booster and vacuum pump assembly.
Is a Toyota hybrid brake booster pump covered after the regular warranty?
Lexus bulletin 24LE03 states that the brake booster and booster pump assembly on hybrids such as the GS, LS and NX hybrids are covered for 4 years or 50,000 miles. Owners outside that window reported quotes such as $2,500 on a Highlander.
Can a hissing noise and a hard pedal on a Kia Sportage be the booster recall?
Yes, if the vehicle is a 2023 Sportage. Recall 23V410000 describes a misaligned booster diaphragm that causes an internal vacuum leak and a loss of power brake assist.