2018 Lexus RC 300 recalls and problems

The 2018 Lexus RC 300 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Lexus dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2018 Lexus RC 300 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2018 Lexus RC 300 recalls

Recall 20V-012: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jan 13, 2020 · 1,830,752 vehicles affected · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing

Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser, 2018 Avalon, Corolla, 2014 FJ Cruiser, 2017 Sienna and Lexus 2018 ES 350, 2018-2019 GS 300, 2013-2014 GS350, 2014-2015 GX 460, IS 350 and LX 570, 2014 IS F, 2018-2019 IS 350, LC 500H and LS 500H, 2013-2015 LS 460, 2015 NX 200T and RC350, 2017 RC 200T and RX 350. Toyota also removed the 2018-2019 Toyota 4Runner and Land Cruiser and 2018-2019 Lexus GX 460 and LX 570 and 2019 NX300 from inclusion in this recall. On March 19, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include 2015 Lexus GS350 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.

2018 Lexus RC 300 problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Vehicle Speed Control	1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 11,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2018 Lexus RC 300 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicle Speed Control · at 11,500 miles · reported Mar 9, 2020

The contact owns a 2018 lexus rc300. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle started to decelerate. The contact mentioned that there was excessive force depressed on the accelerator pedal. The contact contacted jim falk lexus of beverly hills service center located at (9001 w olympic blvd, beverly hills, ca 90211) where they informed the contact about an unknown recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,500.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Lexus RC 300 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2018 Lexus RC 300: 20V-012 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Lexus RC 300?

Owners report vehicle speed control problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 11,500 miles.

Are Lexus recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Lexus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.