Most common 2015 Lexus RC problems
Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Lexus RC complaints by model year
2015 Lexus RC recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 15, 2026. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331.
What 2015 Lexus RC owners say
Fuel & propulsion system
The contact owns a 2015 Lexus RC. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V222000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that the recall repair was not properly performed, and the vehicle had to be taken back to the dealer five times. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer, where the technicians confirmed that the recall repair was performed incorrectly due to the O-rings being improperly installed. After the recall repair, the check engine warning light and the traction control warning light illuminated. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 61,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Lexus RC 350. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, it ran for a short while before suddenly hesitating and stalling. All attempts to restart the vehicle failed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related it to NHTSA Campaign Number 20V012000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.
2015 Lexus RC engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 8-speed automatic | RWD | 19 / 28 / 22 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 19 / 26 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Subcompact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2015 Lexus RC a good car?
That is a low number of complaints for a car on sale this long. So far owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Lexus RC?
The fuel & propulsion system — 4 complaints, 67% of all complaints for this model year. Next is the body & structure (1).
How many recalls does the 2015 Lexus RC have?
There is 1 recall for the 2015 Lexus RC, the most recent from April 8, 2026 (fuel pump). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do 2015 Lexus RC problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 110,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.