2017 Lexus RC 350 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 8, 2023 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other RC 350 years
Not enough data 3rd of 6 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Lexus RC 350. That ranks 3rd out of 6 RC 350 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (1 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2017 Lexus RC 350 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Fuel/propulsion System1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Fuel/propulsion System150%———
Suspension150%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2021, with 1 complaints
2021: 1202112023: 120231

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2017 Lexus RC 350 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2017 Lexus RC 350.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Fuel pump noise near gas tank. Abnormally loud. Intermittently

Fuel/propulsion System · received Feb 8, 2023 · NHTSA complaint 11506326

Both rear shock absorbers failed simultaneously, with no rebound control. Shock failure made the vehicle very difficult to control on any uneven surface, especially while cornering. Yes, problem was confirmed by dealer and both rear shocks were replaced. Inspected by dealer No warning lights or…

Suspension · received Jul 26, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11426491

Other Lexus RC 350 years

← 2016 RC 350 · 2018 RC 350 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2020 RC 35010
2019 RC 35032
2018 RC 35001
201720
2016 RC 35010
2015 RC 35071

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Lexus RC 350?

Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, suspension problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Lexus RC 350?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2017 Lexus RC 350 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RC 350 model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.