The worst 2021 Lexus RC problems
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 26V222000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2021 Lexus RC 36
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Obsolete notice
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- Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a...
- Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot...
- Some 2016 – 2020 model year GS F, 2008 – 2014 model year IS F, 2022 – 2025 model year IS 500, 2018 – 2025...
- The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air...
- To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to...
- Some 2010 – 2026 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit paint stains after the removal of Rapgard™. The...
- Some 2021 model year Lexus vehicles are equipped with an eOwner’s Manual (eOM), which is installed into...
- Some 2018 – 2025 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform™ 2.0 Navigation System, require a...
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Questions about the 2021 Lexus RC
Is the 2021 Lexus RC reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2021 Lexus RC.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Lexus RC?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus RC have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
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