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2018 Lexus RC recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 8, 202626V222000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpFuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V222000
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| Jan 13, 202020V012000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpIf the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 20V012000
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| Feb 14, 201818V107000 | Fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pumpA cracked cover may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V107000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Rc, Rc 300, Rc 350, Rc F. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component2
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 1 | 50 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 50 |
An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names RC, RC 300.
Latest reports
- Service brakes
“The brake pads installed by Lexus squeak as if they need to be replaced. According to the Lexus dealer there is a service bulletin, and the fix is to replace the bad pads.”
- Vehicle speed control
“Tl* the contact owns a 2018 lexus rc300. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle started to decelerate.”
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2018 Lexus RC recall questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Lexus RC have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Lexus RC. The most recent, 26V222000 (reported April 8, 2026), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2018 Lexus RC recalls for?
The largest group is fuel system, gasoline, with 3 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Lexus RC?
Service brakes is the most-reported component, named in 1 complaint out of 2 filed with NHTSA (50%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 Lexus RC?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Toyota/Lexus recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Lexus dealer.
Check a specific Lexus by VIN
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