NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2019 Lexus RC Safety Record
The 2019 Lexus RC has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2019 Lexus RC has not undergone crash testing by NHTSA, leaving its structural and occupant protection unrated. There are no star ratings available for this model year, nor can a Safety Index be computed. The federal record does show a single active recall, pertaining to the fuel pump system, and one unverified owner complaint. This places the 2019 RC at the lower end of the federal safety-record burden scale, but the absence of crash-test data precludes any definitive conclusion on its physical safety performance from NHTSA figures alone.
The 2019 Lexus RC was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one federal recall related to the fuel pump system, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety 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 | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Lexus RC?
A thin federal safety-record footprint characterizes the 2019 Lexus RC. Its single recall, common across a range of Toyota and Lexus products from 2015 to 2022, pertains to a fuel pump. One unverified, uncategorized complaint with no reported harm completes the record. These data points place the 2019 RC in the Light burden band for recalls and complaints. No crash-test ratings were published for this model year, and no tested sibling years exist in the NHTSA data. The Light burden band indicates a low volume of recalls and complaints, but offers no indication of crashworthiness.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Lexus RC have any recalls?
The 2019 Lexus RC is covered by one federal recall targeting the fuel system, specifically the low-pressure fuel pump in the gasoline delivery circuit. The recall was issued by Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing and covers a broad range of model years across multiple Lexus nameplates. NHTSA has not designated a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data provided, but owners should verify current remedy status through the NHTSA VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP26V222000
Risk: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 5, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Toyota's customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 26LB05 and 26LA05.
Reported 2026-04-08
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Lexus RC?
One owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Lexus RC. That single report is categorized under the component label Unknown Or Other, and it involves no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths. These are unverified consumer allegations submitted to the federal database and have not been confirmed as defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Lexus RC?
The 2019 Lexus RC carries a significant open recall campaign for a defective fuel pump. Shoppers considering this model year should verify the recall's remedy status for any specific vehicle by checking its VIN on nhtsa.gov prior to purchase.
- The 2019 Lexus RC has no NHTSA crash-test star ratings for any category, including frontal, side, or rollover protection, because NHTSA did not test this model year.
- One federal recall is on record for this model year, covering a fuel pump concern in the gasoline delivery system, issued by Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing across multiple Lexus models.
- Only one owner complaint has been reported to NHTSA for the 2019 Lexus RC, categorized under Unknown Or Other with no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to it.
- The Light burden band assigned to this model year reflects the low volume of recalls and complaints in the federal record and is not a safety rating or a substitute for crash-test data.
FAQ2019 Lexus RC safety questions
Was the 2019 Lexus RC 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 1 owner complaint on file.
How many recalls does the 2019 Lexus RC have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2019 Lexus RC. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Lexus RC?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2019 Lexus RC. 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.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Lexus RC 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.