This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2019 Lexus Rc 300.
21–24 mpg combined
9.8–11.2 L/100km
Subcompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2019 Lexus RC 300 has 2 recalls, both concerning a fuel pump that can fail and cause the engine to stall while driving, raising the risk of a crash.
Both recalls address the same underlying defect in the fuel delivery system. When the fuel pump stops working, the engine loses power without warning, which can leave the driver unable to accelerate or maintain speed in traffic.
At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially stopping fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved version at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail, potentially affecting fuel delivery to the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel pump at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
