2016 Lexus RC Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 2016 Lexus RC has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your RC?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Lexus RC recalls

Fuel pump can fail and stall the engine

Recall 26V222Apr 8, 20269,139 vehicles affected

The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail on certain Lexus RC and GS vehicles.

Most common 2016 Lexus RC problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Engine1

What owners report

2026-10-01, Fuel/Propulsion System
NHTSA SAFETY COMPLAINT NARRATIVE Vehicle: 2016 Lexus RC F | VIN: [XXX] Recall: Campaign 26LA05 (Fuel Pump Kit 04002-19238) Dealer: Nalley Lexus Roswell | Invoice: RO# [XXX] Odometer: In: 87,174 | Out: 87,177 (Only 3 test miles driven) DEFECT & EVIDENCE: Lexus introduced a severe post-recall safety defect and refuses to repair it. Following recall work, the vehicle immediately developed an engine stumble and limp-mode condition under high acceleration (4,000–7,000 RPM), matching peak fuel demand. The dealer pulled static camshaft circuit codes (P1365/P1367) and falsely claimed a "coincidental" component failure, refusing to run dynamic fuel-pressure tests. I have video proof disproving thei

2016 Lexus RC questions

Does the 2016 Lexus RC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Lexus RC: Fuel pump can fail and stall the engine. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lexus RC?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Lexus RC has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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