Model-year record
2019 Lexus RC
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Complaints filed
4
Reports to NHTSA, 2019
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
21
EPA estimate
Known issues
Unknown Or Other issues lead owner complaints (50% of 4 reports), followed by engine (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 11433006, ODI 11583827.
Individual complaint reports(4)
Showing the 4 most recent reportsUnknown Or OtherApr 2024 · ODI 11583827Details +Close −
Driving down the highway on the way to work this morning and my sunroof completely shattered. There was no surrounding traffic or road obstructions to create projectiles from rocks etc. No noises of impact and no sign of foreign objects amongst broken glass. Completely shattered on it's own. Sunroof operated normally days prior to incident without issue. No suspect noises or delays in operation. The glass lifted partially after breaking, littering the highway. Car has not been inspected at this time. Reached out to car manufacturer who is "aware this is a reoccurring problem" but it is not an open recall. I see there was a previous class action lawsuit in 2016 for this issue but no active recalls? How is it legally proven the company is at fault, the company is aware this is a reoccurring issue, but will not take ownership and cover costs via recall? Awaiting call from manufacturer to determine who is liable for payment but I feel this should not fall on the consumer.
- Reported
- Apr 2024
- Incident date
- Apr 2024
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
Unknown Or OtherSep 2021 · ODI 11433006 · crash · 1 injuriesDetails +Close −
Traveling distance of 0.2 miles in a residential complex with 15 mph speed limit, on an uneven road that loops around. The road goes on a slight incline as it bends towards the left reaching my parking destination, a 2-car stall. At slow speed I made a right turn into the stall (a break-release-break maneuver) when the car lurched and suddenly picked up speed. Visualizing a wide pedal in the middle I hard-pressed the brakes with my right foot, same time thinking I should not pass the white post (about halfway of the stall) instinctively put my left foot over the right to press harder on the brakes. Next thing I know the car stopped and noticed white particles floating around. The airbags deployed - front, knee and side airbags activating roadside assistance (SOS). The engine would not start, and I can’t open the driver’s side door and window. The car crashed into the guardrail and right front wheel went over the concrete bump on the ground. I sustained chest and leg injuries. There is no other passenger, or third party involved. I did not hear or see any indication of system alerts or warnings before and during the incident. Car was totaled. While waiting for assistance and thinking about what happened it never occurred to me to wonder if I mistakenly stepped on the gas until the police at the scene brought it up. I had at least 3 lurching incidents on this vehicle, but the brakes worked. I could not replicate these incidents as it happened randomly.
- Reported
- Sep 2021
- Incident date
- Apr 2021
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- Crash 1 injuries
Visibility/WiperNov 2020 · ODI 11377023Details +Close −
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 101 NORTHBOUND AT ABOUT 65 MPH BETWEEN 3RD AND DORE EXIT, I HEARD AN EXPLOSION OVERHEAD. I LOOKED AROUND AND DIDN'T SEE ANYTHING. BUT THEN I HEARD A WIND NOISE ABOVE ME. MY SUNROOF COVER WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME. IT WAS ABOUT 60 DEGREES OUTSIDE, AND I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR ABOUT 35 MINUTES FROM SUNNYVALE. MY WINDOWS WERE NOT OPEN (SO NO PRESSURE CHANGE), AND NOTHING OUT OF THE ORDINARY WITHIN THE CAR. I WAS ON MY WAY TO SAN FRANCISCO FOR A COVID TESTING APPOINTMENT. I MADE IT TO THE APPOINTMENT, AND AFTERWARDS, ABOUT 20 MINUTES AFTER I HEARD THE INITIAL EXPLOSION, I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND ASSESSED THE DAMAGE. MY SUNROOF GLASS WAS GONE. NOT MUCH GLASS INSIDE THE SUNROOF COVER, AND THE GLASS THAT WAS STILL ON THE SUNROOF FRAME WAS BENT UPWARDS, INDICATING THE SUNROOF EXPLODED UP AND OUTWARDS, SO I DIDN'T THINK SOMETHING HAD HIT IT. PICTURE ATTACHED.
- Reported
- Nov 2020
- Incident date
- Nov 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
EngineNov 2020 · ODI 11375384Details +Close −
ROUGH ENGINE SPEED. ALL MOST STALL DURING FIRST GEAR TO SECOND GEAR. LIKE LOW FUEL PRESSURE.
- Reported
- Nov 2020
- Incident date
- Nov 2020
- Mileage
- Not provided
- Outcome flags
- None reported
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 300 | 2.0L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 21 | 30 | 24 |
| RC 350 | 3.5L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S8) | 20 | 28 | 23 |
| RC 350 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 24 | 21 |
| RC 300 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S6) | 18 | 24 | 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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2019 Lexus RC: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2019 Lexus RC?
Owners filed 4 NHTSA complaints about the 2019 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 2019 Lexus RC?
The most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (50% of complaints) and engine (25%).
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus RC have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2019 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 2019 Lexus RC get?
The EPA rates the 2019 Lexus RC between 19 and 24 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.