2015 Lexus RC 350
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2015 Lexus RC 350 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 34 on record.
2015 Lexus RC 350 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2015 Lexus RC 350 recalls 1
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.
2015 Lexus RC 350 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2015 Lexus RC 350 MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
What's a 2015 Lexus RC 350 worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2015 Lexus RC 350 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2015 Lexus RC 350 — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
NHTSA defect investigations 1
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture Open
From 2000 through 2017, Takata produced millions of air bag inflators using two types of phase-stabilized ammonium nitrate ("PSAN") propellant -- propellant 2004 and propellant 2004L. After prolonged exposure to high temperature cycles and humidity, inflators using propellant 2004 can degrade, causing the propellant to burn too quickly when ignited. The rapid burning can cause the inflator to rupture during deploymen…
NHTSA #EA21002 · Air Bags · opened Sep 2021An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.
Manufacturer service bulletins 223
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 223.
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 2023DL: 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 2015-2020 model year (MY) vehicles that were not…
Bulletin 23LE02 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Air Bags · Feb 2023DL: 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 2023DP: Limited Service Campaign KLG expired December 01, 2022
Bulletin KLG Dealer Packa · Equipment · Dec 2022DP: Customer Support Program 19LE05 expired December 1, 2022.
Bulletin 19LE05 Dealer Pa · Equipment · Dec 2022TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
Bulletin KLG Technical In · Equipment · Dec 2022TI: 19LE05 Expired December 1, 2022
Bulletin 19LE05 Technical · Equipment · Dec 2022Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022
Bulletin Safety Recall 22 · Equipment · Apr 2022TSB: Some 2005 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles that have undergone water intrusion may exhibit a condition in which a musty smell is present. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to remediate the odor and address this condition. The purpose of this service…
Bulletin L-SB-0004-22 · Air Bags · Feb 2022TSB: This Service Bulletin includes guidelines meant to help determine whether to repair or replace a wire harness assembly based on damage type. This Service Bulletin should be used in conjunction with the applicable model and model year Electronic Wiring Dia…
Bulletin L-SB-0002-22 · Electrical System · Jan 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RC 350. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 3
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2015 Lexus RC 350. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Electrical
Issue: This recall is for certain block heater kits installed on certain vehicles or sold as accessories at Toyota or Lexus dealerships. On certain vehicles, the engine block heater cable may not have enough heat protection and could be damaged by high temperatures. If this happens, the cable could short circuit while plugged in, and cause the wiring to overheat or melt. Note:…
Transport Canada #2021723 · Nov 2021Fuel 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 2020Fuel 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 recall SRC R95/SRC R96 (Transport Canada Recall No. 2020-005) Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power…
Transport Canada #2020088 · Mar 2020Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
2015 Lexus RC 350 trims & engines on record
2015 Lexus RC 350 vehicles on record
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