Hi all. I have a new Prado GXL that I love, for the most part. But every time I reverse, the brakes let out a deafening squeal. Embarrassing trying to reverse park in town! Toyota dealer has told me they are aware of the problem and that Toyota are looking at a fix. Apparently same problem on some 300Series. Can anyone tell me if they have same problem and have found a solution. I took mine to the local brake guy and he has machined the rotors and all good for now. Toyota dealer tells me the machining of the rotors will only stop the noise for a week or two. Any advice welcome.
Prado 250 squealing brakes
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Welcome CJ! Have been following multiple threads regarding this problem. Apparently, no solution as yet, but everything points to the brake pad material, possibly reformulated to be more environmentally friendly. Sounds logical to me. I have faith Toyota will make it good.
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Lexus had a TSB on this very thing......
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Given the Lexus is the same vehicle as the Prado, just with a petrol engine (I know, I am just asking for trouble with such a statement), you would think Toyota would just swap out pads and rotors as they did on the Lexus. Oh well, I have always had a good run with Toyota so I will give them some time to make things right. And hope that the machining of my current rotors will last longer than the 2 weeks the Toyota service guy said it would 
