Model year guide

2020 Lexus rc f

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Lexus rc f is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2020 Lexus rc f — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Lexus rc f at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined19 mpg

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

2020 Lexus rc f recalls 1

Equipment:other:labels NHTSA Campaign #22V615000 · manufacturer #22LB03 · 10/08/2022

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Lexus) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Lexus RC F vehicles. The tire information label does not list the vehicle's weight capacity. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Fix: Dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 25, 2022. Owners may contact Lexus' customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA03.

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.

2020 Lexus rc f MPG & running costs

Combined19 mpg
City16 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,350
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
Passenger volume79 cu ft
Cargo volume10 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$9,750 more

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Lexus rc f costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,750
Fuel only$21,750
Per mile$0.29

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

Length
185.4 in
Width
72.8 in
Height
54.7 in
Wheelbase
107.5 in
Curb weight
3,957 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2020 Lexus rc f. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 69

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 69.

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

OBSOLETE NOTICE February 14, 2023: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see L-SB-0007-23

Bulletin LSB004319 · Equipment · 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

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

Lexus Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements 4.13.2022

Bulletin Safety Recall 22 · Equipment · Apr 2022

TSB: 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 2022

TSB: Some 2020 ? 2022 model year Lexus vehicles equipped with Pioneer Audio (version 1804) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Abnormal Bluetooth® Audio Mode transition. ?Difficult radio tune knob operation when selecting audio sou…

Bulletin L-SB-0025-21 Rev · Equipment · Feb 2022

TSB: 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 2022

TSB: Some 2018 ? 2020 model year Lexus vehicles with audio (version 1065) or earlier, and navigation (version 1065) or earlier may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: ?Apple CarPlay® intermittently inoperative. ?Voice recognition does not start wh…

Bulletin L-SB-0047-18 Rev · Electrical System, Structure, Equipment · Jan 2022

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

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2020 Lexus rc f. 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, the 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: Lexus will notify owners by mail and advise…

Transport Canada #2026175 · Apr 2026

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Lexus rc f

The Lexus RC is a compact executive two-door coupé manufactured by Lexus, Toyota's luxury division. The RC which according to Lexus stands for "Radical Coupe" is a two-door coupé version of the Lexus IS (XE30). The RC is designated as the XC10 series. The RC borrowed styling from the LF-LC concept and was previewed by the LF-CC concept, being designed as a proposal by Pansoo Kwon from 2010 to early 2012 and approved by supervising designers Yasuo Kajino and Tatsuya Takei.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2020 Lexus rc f trims & engines on record

Trims
F Performance
Engines
5.0L 8-cyl 472 hp

2020 Lexus rc f vehicles on record

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2020 Lexus rc f — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Lexus rc f have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2020 Lexus rc f. 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 2020 Lexus rc f get?

The 2020 Lexus rc f has a U.S. EPA estimate of 19 mpg combined (16 city / 24 highway).

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