Model-year record
2016 Lexus RC
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Complaints filed
4
Reports to NHTSA, 2016
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
21
EPA estimate
Known issues
Fuel/Propulsion System issues lead owner complaints (25% of 4 reports), followed by latches/locks/linkages (25%).
Share of all 4 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11092731.
Individual complaint reports(4)
Showing the 4 most recent reportsLatches/Locks/LinkagesJun 2020 · ODI 11326891Details +Close −
JUST PURCHASE LEXUS AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WON'T LOCK OR UNLOCKED WITH FOB OR BUTTON ON THE INSIDE. *TR
- Reported
- Jun 2020
- Incident date
- Jun 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Vehicle Speed ControlJul 2018 · ODI 11109959Details +Close −
THE CAR HAS BRAKES THAT ARE MAKING LOUD NOISE AND AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BRAKES AND ROTORS FROM THE DEALER THE CAR BRAKING IS QUESTIONABLE AND SUB-PAR COMPARED TO WHEN THE CAR WAS ORIGINALLY PURCHASED. I AM AFRAID THAT THE POOR BRAKES IS A PUBLIC CONCERN. THE CERRITOS LEXUS DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE CAR HAS FLAWED BRAKES AND LEXUS CORPORATE AGREED BUT HAS NOT TAKEN ACTION TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE BRAKING ABILITY AND HAS REDUCED THE USE OF THE VEHICLE.
- Reported
- Jul 2018
- Incident date
- Jun 2018
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Fuel/Propulsion SystemMay 2018 · ODI 11092731Details +Close −
NHTSA RECALL NO: 18V-107 LEXUS DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE FOR DEALERSHIPS TO FIX THE RECALL. THE RECALL IS TO REPLACE 2 HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMPS.
- Reported
- May 2018
- Incident date
- May 2018
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Unknown Or OtherJul 2017 · ODI 11004656 · fireDetails +Close −
WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES. THE FLAMES CONSUMED THE ENTIRE VEHICLE WITHIN A FEW MINUTES. THE POLICE AND FIRE/RESCUE ARRIVED WITHIN MINUTES.
- Reported
- Jul 2017
- Incident date
- May 2017
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Fire
Recalls(1)
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Fuel SystemAug 2026 · 26V222000Details +Close −
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2015-2022 Lexus RC, 2016-2020 GS, and 2022 IS vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.
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Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
No NHTSA crash test is on record for this year. Some vehicles and model years were not tested or do not have a published NCAP result.
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC 200t | 2.0L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 22 | 32 | 26 |
| RC 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 19 | 28 | 22 |
| RC 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 21 |
| RC 300 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 19 | 26 | 21 |
| RC F | 5.0L 8-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 16 | 25 | 19 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2016 Lexus RC: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2016 Lexus RC?
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the 2016 Lexus RC. This is raw owner-reported complaint volume with no production or exposure normalization, so it is not a reliability score or a best/worst-year ranking.
What are the most common problems on the 2016 Lexus RC?
The most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (25% of complaints) and latches/locks/linkages (25%).
How many recalls does the 2016 Lexus RC have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2016 Lexus RC, covering components such as fuel system. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Lexus RC get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Lexus RC between 19 and 26 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.