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NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD

2021 Lexus Lc 500

Recall and complaint safety record from NHTSA. This configuration has not been crash-tested.

0Recalls
1Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS LC 500

The Lexus LC 500 is a grand touring coupe aimed at buyers who want a flagship-level luxury sports car with genuine V8 character. Positioned at the top of Lexus's lineup, it competes in a rarified segment alongside European GT cars, attracting enthusiasts and luxury buyers who prioritize style, performance, and brand prestige in equal measure.

VERDICT

The 2021 Lexus Lc 500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 0 recalls and 1 owner complaint on file, giving it a clean recall and complaint burden.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • shoppers who want the full federal safety picture in one place
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the LC 500 as one of the most visually striking and emotionally engaging vehicles Lexus has ever produced, praising its naturally aspirated V8 sound, composed ride quality, and exceptionally refined cabin materials. Most note that rear-seat space and cargo practicality take a back seat to the coupe's dramatic styling, but for a grand touring driver's car, the overall execution is considered exceptional.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2021 Lexus Lc 500 at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

0reported crash
0reported fire
0reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsExterior Lighting 1

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Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings, recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Lc 500 2021. Methodology · Disclosure