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Lexus RC I faults

2 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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Reliability
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2 known faults

RC 300h

  1. Low-pressure fuel pump (2026 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    A 2026 US recall (26V222) concerns certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC models: the low-pressure fuel pump, located in the tank, can fail and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of an accident at high speed. Free replacement with an improved pump once the solution is available. US campaign: check the vehicle's status with a Lexus dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    RC 300h, RC F
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

RC F

  1. High-pressure fuel pumps (RC F, recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Toyota recalled 2015-2018 Lexus RC F models with 5.0 V8 engines (built from June 2014 to December 2017): a crack can appear in the cover of a high-pressure pump, causing a fuel leak and a risk of fire if an ignition source is present. The pumps are replaced free of charge (US campaign 18V107).

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    RC F
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Low-pressure fuel pump (2026 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    A 2026 US recall (26V222) concerns certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC models: the low-pressure fuel pump, located in the tank, can fail and cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of an accident at high speed. Free replacement with an improved pump once the solution is available. US campaign: check the vehicle's status with a Lexus dealer.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    RC 300h, RC F
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

Price and diagnose repairs

Read fault codes

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Parts and maintenance

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