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Lexus RC F Safety
NHTSA safety across every Lexus RC F model year we cover.
Across the 7 model years of the Lexus RC F we cover (2019 to 2025), no year has an NHTSA crash-test score on record. 4 recalls have been issued across those years.
The Lexus RC F is a high-performance luxury coupe aimed at driving enthusiasts who want a rear-wheel-drive, V8-powered grand tourer with a premium badge. Sitting at the top of the RC lineup, it competes in a small but serious segment against European sport coupes. Its audience prioritizes performance and prestige, but safety-conscious shoppers deserve a clear-eyed look at what the data actually shows.
The absence of federal crash-test data is the most significant safety factor for the 2019-2025 Lexus RC F. There are no star ratings or a computed Safety Index available for this model. This means that an assessment of its structural crashworthiness cannot be made based on NHTSA's published results. Four recalls have been issued across these model years. While modest for a six-year production span, it is not an insignificant number. Prospective owners should use NHTSA's VIN lookup tool to confirm any open recalls for a specific vehicle. Owner complaints for the RC F are exceptionally low, with only two recorded. One complaint mentions a crash; no fires, injuries, or fatalities have been reported to NHTSA by owners. This low complaint volume is likely a consequence of the vehicle's limited sales rather than an indication of inherent safety performance. The RC F's niche status as a low-volume performance coupe means a comprehensive federal safety profile is simply not available.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally praise the RC F for its naturally aspirated V8 character, sharp steering feel, and distinctive styling that stands apart from European rivals. They tend to note that the interior materials and refinement reflect Lexus's attention to fit and finish, while acknowledging that the driving experience is the primary draw. Value relative to competitors is a common discussion point.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the RC F for any model year from 2019 to 2025, so there are no federal star ratings available to evaluate structural crash protection.
- Four recalls have been issued across the 2019-2025 model years. Prospective buyers should run any specific VIN through NHTSA's free lookup tool to confirm whether outstanding recall work remains unaddressed.
- Owner complaints are very low at just two total across all covered years, but this almost certainly reflects the model's limited production volume rather than a broad safety validation.
- Because this is a low-volume, niche performance coupe with no crash-test data on record, shoppers who prioritize verified safety ratings should weigh that gap carefully against alternatives in the luxury sport segment that have been federally tested.
Most-recalled year on record: 2022 Lexus RC F with 1 recalls.