NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Lexus RC 350 Safety Record
The 2019 Lexus RC 350 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Lexus RC 350 has no crash-test ratings from NHTSA, leaving its crashworthiness unassessed. The federal record indicates a Light recall and complaint burden, with two recall campaigns, both related to the fuel pump. Only three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. Without crash-test data, no conclusions can be drawn regarding its safety performance in an impact.
The 2019 Lexus RC 350 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and has two recall campaigns on record, both sourced from NHTSA federal data at nhtsa.gov.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Lexus RC 350?
The 2019 Lexus RC 350 has a notably thin federal paper trail for recalls and owner complaints. Both of its recalls stem from sweeping multi-model Toyota fuel pump campaigns, indicating these issues are not specific to the RC 350 coupe. The three reported complaints cover distinct components, including one alleged crash and one alleged injury. These complaints are unverified allegations within the dataset. There are no adjacent model years in the NHTSA record to provide additional crash data for context.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Lexus RC 350 have any recalls?
Both recalls affecting the 2019 Lexus RC 350 target the same component: the gasoline fuel system delivery fuel pump. The first campaign was issued in January 2020 and the second in November 2020, both by Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing, covering a broad range of Toyota and Lexus models including this one. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive listed in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V682000
Risk: 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 assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer
Reported 2020-11-04
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V012000
Risk: 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 20TB02 and 20TA02 for Toyota vehicles and 20LB01 and 20LA01 for Lexus vehicles.
Reported 2020-01-13
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Lexus RC 350?
Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Lexus RC 350, touching the following components as alleged by consumers: Unknown or Other, Service Brakes, Fuel and Propulsion System, Visibility and Wipers, Engine, and Lane Departure. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as confirmed defects.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Lexus RC 350?
Two separate fuel pump recalls affect the 2019 Lexus RC 350. This makes checking the specific vehicle's VIN through the free NHTSA recall lookup at nhtsa.gov critical for any prospective buyer, to confirm whether either recall has been remedied or remains open.
- The 2019 Lexus RC 350 has no NHTSA crash-test score, no Safety Index, and no star ratings for this model year specifically.
- Both of the two recalls on record for this model year address the gasoline fuel delivery pump and were issued by Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing across a wide range of Toyota and Lexus vehicles.
- Three owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, spanning alleged issues with service brakes, the fuel and propulsion system, visibility and wipers, engine, and lane departure, all of which are unverified consumer allegations.
- Owners and prospective buyers should use the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov to determine whether the fuel pump recalls have been completed on any specific 2019 Lexus RC 350 unit.
FAQ2019 Lexus RC 350 safety questions
Was the 2019 Lexus RC 350 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 2 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus RC 350 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Lexus RC 350. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Lexus RC 350?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Lexus RC 350. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RC 350 2019.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.