Lexus RC F Problems by Year

We compared every Lexus RC F model year from 2015 using 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, 1 recall and federal defect investigations. No RC F year stands out with an unusual number of complaints.

1model years
10complaints
1recalls
—worst years
—best years

Complaints by model year

201510
Owner complaints per model year, Lexus RC F. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).
YearComplaintsvs. typical*RecallsTop problemVerdict
201510—1SeatLimited data

* Complaints compared with the median RC F year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.

Most common Lexus RC F problems

  • Seatsworst: 2015
    330%
  • Fuel & propulsion systemworst: 2015
    330%
  • Brakesworst: 2015
    220%
  • Windows, wipers & sunroofworst: 2015
    110%
  • Electrical systemworst: 2015
    110%
  • Air bagsworst: 2015
    110%
  • Other / not specified
    110%

Latest Lexus RC F recalls

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump

NHTSA recall 18V-107 · Feb 14, 2018 · 9,905 vehicles

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987.

Frequently asked questions

What years of the Lexus RC F should you avoid?

None of the Lexus RC F years has an unusually high number of complaints compared with the others at the same age.

What are the most common Lexus RC F problems?

Across all years, owners report the most problems with the seats (3), fuel & propulsion system (3) and brakes (2). Seat complaints peak in the 2015 model year.

How many recalls has the Lexus RC F had?

1 recall across 2015. The model year with the most is 2015.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.