Model year guide

2019 Lexus rc 300

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Lexus rc 300 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.

2019 Lexus rc 300 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2019 Lexus rc 300 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Combined24 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2019 Lexus rc 300 recalls 2

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V682000 · manufacturer #20TA02, 20LA01 · 04/11/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexu…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts…

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump NHTSA Campaign #20V012000 · manufacturer #20TB02/20TA02/20LB01 · 13/01/2020

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) recalled certain 2018-2019 4Runner, Highlander, Camry, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Sienna, Tacoma and Tundra, and Lexus RC 300, RC 350, GS 350, GX 460, IS 300, LC 500, LS 500, LX 570, RX 350L, and 2019 Toyota Avalon and Corolla, and certain Lexus NX 300, and ES 350 vehicles on January 13, 2020. On March 4, 2020, Toyota expanded the recall to include certain 2014-2015 Toyo…

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began May 4, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 2…

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2019 Lexus rc 300 MPG & running costs

Combined24 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,400
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume84 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,000 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Lexus rc 300 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,000
Fuel only$17,000
Per mile$0.23

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 105

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 105.

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year vehicles equipped with 17CY+ Panasonic Audio (versions less than 1226) and Navigation (versions less than 1225 or 1245 with 20 Teammate) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Navigation reset while entering a de…

Bulletin LSB000723 · Equipment · Feb 2023

TSB: Some 2013 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles may exhibit a hard start and/or MIL ON condition with one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ?DTC P0171 and/or P0174 (System Too Lean Bank 1/Bank 2) ?DTC P0087 Fuel Rail / System Pressure ?…

Bulletin LSB000523 · Fuel System, Gasoline, Electrical System · Feb 2023

DL: On December 20, 2022, a settlement of claims for certain low pressure fuel pumps was approved by the federal court. The settlement includes Lexus?s agreement to provide a Customer Support Program for certain 2013-2020 model year (MY) vehicles originally eq…

Bulletin 23LE01 · Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 2023

OBSOLETE NOTICE December 08, 2022: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0057-22

Bulletin L-SB-0043-20 Obs · Equipment · Dec 2022

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with the Enform? 2.0 Navigation System, require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB flash drive to update the map, points of interest, and system software. The SST is used with applicable vehicles to delive…

Bulletin L-SB-0057-22 · Equipment · Dec 2022

TSB: Some 2013 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with a 2WD drivetrain and the F Sport package may exhibit a clicking noise from the front wheel area during slow (parking lot) speed turns. The clicking noise that can be heard during sharp turns is a no…

Bulletin LSB001522 · Wheels · Jun 2022

TSB: Some 2013 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with a 2WD drivetrain and the F Sport package may exhibit a clicking noise from the front wheel area during slow (parking lot) speed turns. The clicking noise that can be heard during sharp turns is a no…

Bulletin LSB001522 · Power Train · Jun 2022

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

Bulletin LSB002121Rev1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2022

TSB: This Service Bulletin provides a procedure to properly perform the Techstream ?Control the Injection Mode? active test in some 2016 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with an FKS engine

Bulletin LSB002121Rev1 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2022

TT: To improve guest support of telematics connected services features, additional resources have been provided in the Service Lane - Knowledge Center.

Bulletin LTT031622 · Communication · May 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RC 300 AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2019 Lexus rc 300. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

Issue: On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Note: This recall is an expansion of recalls SRC R95/SRC R96 and SRC RA2/SRC RA3 (Transport Canada Recall Numbers 2020-005 and 2020-088). Safe…

Transport Canada #2020514 · Oct 2020

Fuel System

Issue: On certain vehicles, the low-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, then engine may run rough or may not start and the check engine light may turn on. This could also result in a sudden loss of engine power while driving. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: The company will notify owners by mail and…

Transport Canada #2020005 · Jan 2020

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2019 Lexus rc 300 trims & engines on record

Trims
300
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 260 hp

2019 Lexus rc 300 vehicles on record

Other Lexus rc 300 model years

2019 Lexus rc 300 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Lexus rc 300 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2019 Lexus rc 300. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Lexus rc 300 get?

The 2019 Lexus rc 300 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 24 mpg combined (21 city / 30 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.