Does the 2016 Lexus RC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Lexus RC, the most recent reported on April 8, 2026 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).

How many 2016 Lexus RC complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Lexus RC recalls and problems

1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Lexus RC.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2016 Lexus RC recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 26V222000 · reported April 8, 2026 · Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing · 9,139 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Vehicle speed control1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 1, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
NHTSA SAFETY COMPLAINT NARRATIVE Vehicle: 2016 Lexus RC F | VIN: […] Recall: Campaign 26LA05 (Fuel Pump Kit 04002-19238) Dealer: Nalley Lexus Roswell | Invoice: RO# […] 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…

RC model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2015	1	6
2016	1	1
2017	1	3
2018	1	1
2019	1	1

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Questions

Does the 2016 Lexus RC have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Lexus RC, the most recent reported on April 8, 2026 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Lexus RC?: Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (1 complaints), followed by fuel/propulsion system (1).
How many 2016 Lexus RC complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 1 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 1, 2026.