2017 LEXUS RC F — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
1
Owner Complaint
1
Recall
4
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2017 LEXUS RC F
The 2017 LEXUS RC F has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP. 4 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Unknown Or Other (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2017 LEXUS RC F
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2017 LEXUS RC F, potentially affecting up to 9,905 vehicles.
Recall 18V107000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 9,905 vehicles affected
Defect: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lexus GS F, 2018 LC500, and 2015-2018 Lexus RC F vehicles, equipped with 5.0L V8 2UR-GSE engines with two high pressure fuel pumps. Specific operating conditions may result in damage to the pulsation damper in one of the high pressure fuel pumps, possibly causing a fatigue crack in the fuel...
Consequence: A cracked cover may leak fuel, which, in the presence of an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 2, 2018. Owners may contact Lexus customer service 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J2B and...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2017 LEXUS RC F
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2017 LEXUS RC F. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
THERE ARE OBSTRUCTIONS IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AREA. MY HUSBAND WEARS A SIZE 12 SHOE. WHEN HE PRESSES DOWN ON THE PEDAL TO ACCELERATE QUICKLY, THE RIGHT SIDE OF HIS SHOE ENCOUNTERS AN OBSTRUCTION. HE MOVES HIS FOOT OVER TO THE LEFT A LITTLE AND CAN GET THE PEDAL DOWN BUT THEN THE TIP OF HIS TOE GETS CAUGHT IN A BOLT OR SOMETHING ABOVE THE TOP OF THE PEDAL. WE HAVE CONTACTED LEXUS AND THEY ARE UNWILLING TO DO ANYTHING. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN!!!
Safety Rating for the 2017 LEXUS RC F
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2017 LEXUS RC F in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2017 LEXUS RC F
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 4 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2017 LEXUS RC F. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
L-SB-0006-18 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
TSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15. ? The entire bulletin has been updated. Service Bulletin No. L-SB-0035-15 is obsolete and any printed versions should be discarded. Be sure to review the entire content of this bulletin before proceeding. Some 2015 ? 2017...
L-SB-0144-17 — SERVICE BRAKES
TSB: 2015 ? 2017 RC F vehicles are equipped with high-friction brake pads, specifically designed for superior braking performance and response. As a result, the brakes may exhibit a squeal or squeak type noise. SUPERSESSION NOTICE: The information contained in this bulletin supersedes SB No. L-SB-0054-15. Applicability has been updated...
L-SB-0076-16 — EQUIPMENT
The front license plate mounting bracket and 2 self-tapping screws for the 2017 model year RC 200t/300/350/F 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 Service...
L-SB-0072-16 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: The front wheel opening extension pad set (right and left front wheel opening extension pads, 6 self-tapping screws) is loaded in the luggage compartment at the assembly plant to avoid damage in transit. Install the front wheel opening extension pads on the vehicle during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS).
NHTSA Investigations for the 2017 LEXUS RC F
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the LEXUS RC F
- 2015 LEXUS RC F — 12 complaints
- 2016 LEXUS RC F — 1 complaint
- 2017 LEXUS RC F (current)
- 2018 LEXUS RC F — 0 complaints
- 2019 LEXUS RC F — 0 complaints
- 2020 LEXUS RC F — 0 complaints
- 2021 LEXUS RC F — 0 complaints
- 2022 LEXUS RC F — 0 complaints
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- LEXUS ES — 817 total complaints
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