2015 LEXUS RC 350 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
9
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
21
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
The 2015 LEXUS RC 350 has received a total of 9 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 3 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Seats (4 complaints), Electrical System (2 complaints), and Exterior Lighting (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
NHTSA has recorded 3 recalls for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350, potentially affecting up to 5,492,256 vehicles.
Recall 20V012000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 1,830,752 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 20V012000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 1,830,752 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 20V012000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 1,830,752 vehicles affected
Defect: 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...
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
9 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
BAD SMELL COMING FROM THE HVAC. HAVE TAKEN I TO THE DELLER THREE TIMES FOR SAME PROBLEM AND THEY CANNOT FIX THE PROBLEM.
NOTHING TOOK PLACE THAT RESULTED IN THE FOLLOWING ELECTRICAL BEHAVIOR TO OCCUR....THE LEFT REAR BRAKE LIGHT BLINKS AS IF IT HAS SOME SORT OF AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; THEN AFTER A COUPLE DAYS OF ON-GOING BLINKING,IT HAS COMPLETELY WENT OUT. ULTIMATELY, THE LEFT SIDE BRAKE LIGHT IS COMPLETELY OUT WHICH IS DANGEROUS (ILLEGAL) TO DRIVE WITH OUT IT.
ON JANUARY 11 MY SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON HWY 146 IN BAYTOWN TX 5:08PM, NOTHING HIT THE VEHICLE. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT WENT OFF. I TOOK TO STERLING MCCALL LEXUS IN HOUSTON TX MY SERVICE ADVISOR CLAIMED WARRANTY WOULD NOT COVER DAMAGE. MUST HAVE SOMETHING ELSE AS CAUSE TO SUNROOF EXPLODING. I HAD TO USE MY INSURANCE COVERAGE WITH $500 DEDUCTIBLE. I GOT RID OF THE CAR SOLD IT TO TEXAS AUTO DIRECT TAKING A 1000 LOST TO GET OUT MY LEASE AGREEMENT
SAME ISSUE AS STATED IN NHTSA ID NUMBERS 10881898, 10761786 AND 10748834. SPORADIC SEAT COOLING PROBLEM -- PANELS ON SEAT BACK SOMETIMES HEAT IN COOLING MODE. FOR ONE TEST I DID, THE CAR WAS IN THE GARAGE AND COOL (SO EXISTING HEAT FROM THE CAR BEING PARKED IN THE SUN WAS NOT A FACTOR). I STARTED THE CAR, TURNED ON THE SEAT COOLERS AND GOT OUT (SO BODY HEAT WAS NOT A FACTOR). I COULD VERY SPECIFICALLY FEEL HEAT ON THE TOP PANEL OF THE SEAT BACK (BOTH THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE PASSENGER SEAT). I TOOK IT INTO MY LOCAL LEXUS DEALER (SEPTEMBER, 2015) AND THEY REPORTED "SEATS COOLING PROPERLY WITHOUT FAULT". HOWEVER, AS THERE ARE 3 OTHER COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE, THERE WOULD PERHAPS SEEM TO BE A NON-ISOLATED PROBLEM.
WHEN VENTILATED SEAT IS TURNED ON THE BACK HEAT UP AND GETS REALLY HOT! IT'S ALMOST LIKE BURNING HOT. ONLY THE BOTTOM FEELS COOL.
Safety Rating for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 LEXUS RC 350 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
KLG_Dealer Email — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dealer Email: The Data Communication Module (DCM) in the subject vehicles are equipped with software to identify the location of the vehicle using the Global Positioning System (GPS) to support features of the Safety Connect system. Due to incorrect programming in the DCM software, after November 2nd, 2019, the GPS...
L-SB-0170-17 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. L-SB-0074-14. ? The Parts Information, Required Tools & Equipment, and On-Vehicle Data Navigation Update sections have been updated. Lexus models equipped with the HDD Navigation (EMV-N) system require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the...
L-TT-0190-15_Rev — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
TT: Some vehicles with aftermarket headlamps (non OEM) are being repaired/replaced under warranty with OEM equipment.
L-SB-0120-17 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
TSB: Some 2014 ? 2016 model year Lexus vehicles may not unlock with either the Smart Entry or the wireless remote. The door lock can be placed in the middle position between lock and unlock when exiting the vehicle. This can cause the door lock to be inoperative. APPLICABLE WARRANTY:...
LTT021617 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
TT: In the event of brake repair occurring on an applicable vehicle, please use the images below to identify which rotors are installed on the vehicle. Some applicable vehicles have had front rotors replaced for a clicking concern, see L-SB-0100-16.
L-SB-0011-16 — WHEELS
LSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year GS (non F-Sport) and 2015 ? 2016 model year RC (non F-Sport) vehicles equipped with 2WD drivetrain may exhibit a clicking type noise from the front wheel area during a slow (parking lot) speed turn. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to address...
LSB000216 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Multi-Display Coating Damage - Audio/Visual/Telematics
L-SB-0007-15 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TSB: As a result of the removal of the D/C Cut fuse, the driving position memory function of the driver and passenger seats will be inoperative due to loss of the seat position memory stored in the seat ECUs. Initialize both front memory seat ECUs after installing the D/C Cut...
L-SB-0078-14 Rev — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2015 model year RC 350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. For states that require a Front License Plate, install the bracket and bolts on the bumper cover during Pre-Delivery...
-SB-0078-14 Rev1 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: The front license plate mounting bracket and two self-tapping screws for the 2015 model year RC 350 are placed in the luggage compartment of the vehicle at the assembly plant. For states that require a Front License Plate, install the bracket and bolts on the bumper cover during Pre-Delivery...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 LEXUS RC 350
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the LEXUS RC 350
- 2015 LEXUS RC 350 (current)
- 2016 LEXUS RC 350 — 2 complaints
- 2017 LEXUS RC 350 — 2 complaints
- 2018 LEXUS RC 350 — 0 complaints
- 2019 LEXUS RC 350 — 7 complaints
- 2020 LEXUS RC 350 — 1 complaint
Other LEXUS Models
- LEXUS ES350 — 1,531 total complaints
- LEXUS RX — 1,154 total complaints
- LEXUS RX350 — 1,065 total complaints
- LEXUS IS 250 — 938 total complaints
- LEXUS ES300 — 862 total complaints
- LEXUS RX300 — 849 total complaints
- LEXUS ES — 817 total complaints
- LEXUS IS — 765 total complaints