Does the 2017 Lexus RC have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 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 2017 Lexus RC?

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).

How many 2017 Lexus RC complaints mention a crash or fire?

0 of 3 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2017 Lexus RC recalls and problems

1 recall and 3 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2017 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.

2017 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.

Fuel/propulsion system3
Unknown or other2

What owners report

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

Sep 8, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
26V222 Recall. The dealership won’t do my recall. I don’t get why they can’t give me the part and I sign a waiver for it. I’m owed a part for my car.

Sep 4, 2026 · Unknown or other
I have a Lexus rcf 2017. There’s a safety recall for a low pressure fuel pump. This recall has come out years later after the car has been bought. I am the 3rd owner. I bought the car in 2026. I bought the car with aftermarket work done on it, but I didn’t think there would be any recalls. The LPFP has wires hooked up…

Dec 1, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle does had a hard time starting and now does not start. Research indicates this is a known problem on this vehicle but my vehicle doesn’t seem to be included in the recall The main recall for the Lexus RC200t is due to a failing low-pressure fuel pump, which can cause the engine to stall while driving.

RC model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes
2015	1	6	0
2016	1	1	0
2017	1	3	0
2018	1	1	0
2019	1	1	0
2020	1	1	1

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Questions

Does the 2017 Lexus RC have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2017 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 2017 Lexus RC?: Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel/propulsion system (3 complaints), followed by unknown or other (2).
How many 2017 Lexus RC complaints mention a crash or fire?: 0 of 3 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 September 8, 2026.