Model year guide

2023 Lexus RC 300

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2023 Lexus RC 300 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2023 Lexus RC 300 — representative photo
Representative photo

2023 Lexus RC 300 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined25 mpg

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

2023 Lexus RC 300 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2023 Lexus RC 300.

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.

2023 Lexus RC 300 MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway31 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,300
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume84 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$4,500 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2023 Lexus RC 300 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$16,500
Fuel only$16,500
Per mile$0.22

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 47

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 47.

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 2, 2026: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0004-26.

Bulletin L-SB-0057-22 Rev2 · Electrical System · Feb 2026

Some 2018 – 2025 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.

Bulletin L-SB-0004-26 · Electrical System · Jan 2026

Some 2005 – 2026 Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty odor is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this Service Bulletin is to pr…

Bulletin L-SB-0030-24 Rev2 · Structure · Dec 2025

Some customers may experience operational difficulties with some telematics features which they cannot resolve on their own. These resources, in conjunction with the Repair Manual, are for dealership personnel to assist those customers with user issues, user e…

Bulletin L-TT-0326-23 Rev2 · Electrical System · Aug 2025

Some 2016 – 2020 model year GS F, 2008 – 2014 model year IS F, 2022 – 2025 model year IS 500, 2018 – 2025 model year LC 500, 2021 – 2025 model year LC 500c, and 2015 – 2025 model year RC F vehicles with 2UR-GSE engines may exhibit a MIL ON condition with one o…

Bulletin L-SB-0032-25 · Engine · Jul 2025

The air conditioning dye injection tool kit has been developed to aid in identifying the location of air conditioning refrigerant leaks. The procedures outlined in this Service Bulletin aid in locating, inspecting, and repairing refrigerant leaks.

Bulletin L-SB-0043-23 Rev1 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin L-TT-0341-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

To assist with the early detection and early resolution of audio related concerns you may be asked to recover MMR data from the head unit. The following steps are instructions on how to retrieve the data from the system and are only to be used when requested b…

Bulletin L-TT-0341-25 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also a…

Bulletin L-SB-0013-24 Rev1 · Electrical System · Feb 2025

The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased and can never be reused. Another feature, Add/Remove Key, is also a…

Bulletin L-SB-0013-24 Rev1 · Electrical System · Feb 2025

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

2023 Lexus RC 300 vehicles on record

Other Lexus RC 300 model years

2023 Lexus RC 300 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2023 Lexus RC 300 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2023 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 2023 Lexus RC 300 get?

The 2023 Lexus RC 300 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (21 city / 31 highway).

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