Lexus RC 300 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Lexus RC 300, across 4 model years (2016–2019). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is vehicle speed control.
Lexus RC 300 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No RC 300 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2018 RC 300: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2016 RC 300: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Lexus RC 300 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Lexus RC 300 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 RC 300 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2018 RC 300 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2017 RC 300 | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2016 RC 300 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Lexus RC 300 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (1), 2016 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Lexus RC 300?
Vehicle Speed Control, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Lexus RC 300 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.