NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Lexus RC F Safety Record
The 2021 Lexus RC F has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Lexus RC F has not been subjected to federal crash testing, and thus carries no NHTSA star ratings or computed Safety Index. While this leaves a notable gap in the safety record, the vehicle's reported recall and complaint burden is minimal, with a single recall campaign on file and no owner complaints reported to NHTSA. This limited data set, while not comprehensive, does not present immediate cause for alarm. However, the absence of crash-test results prevents any assessment of its performance in impact scenarios.
The 2021 Lexus RC F was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall on record, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band, according to NHTSA data.
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 | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Lexus RC F?
No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Lexus RC F. This absence of allegations concerning crashes, fires, injuries, or component failures positions the vehicle in the "Light burden" band, the lowest tier for recalls and complaints. The single recall issued for this model year pertains to a tire information label that omits required data. This is a documentation oversight, not a mechanical or structural defect, and no safety-critical stop-drive guidance has been issued in relation to it. No crash-test data is available for this specific model year, nor are there tested sibling years for context. The "Light burden" classification reflects its record for recalls and complaints only; it does not indicate crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Lexus RC F have any recalls?
The 2021 Lexus RC F has one recall on record, covering a tire information label issue shared across certain 2020 through 2022 RC F vehicles. The label does not list complete tire information as required. NHTSA has issued no park-outside or do-not-drive directive associated with this campaign.
TIRES22V615000
Risk: The vehicle can be overloaded without the weight capacity information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tire information label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 25, 2022. Owners may contact Lexus' customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Lexus' number for this recall is 22LA03.
Reported 2022-08-10
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Lexus RC F?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2021 Lexus RC F. There are no reported crashes, no reported fires, no reported injuries, and no reported deaths in the complaint database for this model year. Because no complaints are on file, there are no top components to flag.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Lexus RC F?
Any shopper considering a used 2021 Lexus RC F should run the vehicle identification number through nhtsa.gov to confirm whether the tire label recall has been remedied or remains open on that specific unit.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2021 Lexus RC F, so no federal star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall affects certain 2020 through 2022 RC F vehicles and concerns a tire information label that does not list all required data; no do-not-drive order is associated with this campaign.
- The NHTSA complaint database shows zero owner-reported incidents for the 2021 RC F, meaning no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been alleged for this model year.
- Shoppers should verify open-recall status for any individual 2021 RC F unit by entering the VIN at nhtsa.gov before purchase.
FAQ2021 Lexus RC F safety questions
Was the 2021 Lexus RC F 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 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Lexus RC F have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Lexus RC F. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Lexus RC F?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Lexus RC F. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other RC F years
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RC F 2021.
- 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.