Lexus LC problems and known issues

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Lexus LC has a short recall list. The 2018 LC 500’s V8 had a high-pressure fuel pump cover recall (18V107), 2018–2020 LC 500 and LC 500h were covered by low-pressure fuel pump recalls 20V012 and 20V682, the 2019 LC 500 by brake booster recall 19V544 and 2024 cars by camera recall 24V124.

CarWhere lists 4 documented LC issues, including 4 NHTSA safety recalls, each with affected years, powertrains, symptoms, pre-purchase checks and a source. Recall entries come from NHTSA's recall dataset on the DOT open-data portal, which may not list every campaign, so run the specific VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup.

LC generations at a glance

Lexus LC generations and the known issues listed for each
GenerationModel yearsIssues on this page
Z1002018–2026High-pressure fuel pump cover can crack and leak (recall 18V107) · Low-pressure fuel pump can fail (recalls 20V012, 20V682) · Brake booster pump can fail (recall 19V544) · Rearview camera image may be delayed (recall 24V124)

Z100 LC problems (2018–2026)

High-pressure fuel pump cover can crack and leak (recall 18V107) (2018)

Safety recall
Generation:
Z100 (2018–2026)
Years:
2018
Powertrain:
5.0L V8 (2UR-GSE)

On 5.0L 2UR-GSE V8s with two high-pressure fuel pumps, certain conditions can damage the pulsation damper in one pump and cause a fatigue crack in its cover, letting fuel leak near ignition sources. The campaign covers 2018 LC 500, 2016–2018 GS F and 2015–2018 RC F; dealers replace the high-pressure pumps.

Symptoms

  • Fuel smell from the engine bay
  • Check-engine light

Check before buying

  • Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask a Lexus dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 18V107 (2018-02) · 9,905 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [1]

Low-pressure fuel pump can fail (recalls 20V012, 20V682) (2018–2020)

Safety recall
Generation:
Z100 (2018–2026)
Years:
2018–2020
Powertrain:
LC 500 and LC 500h

The low-pressure fuel pump in the tank can fail and stall the engine. 20V012 covered LC 500 and 2018–2019 LC 500h; expansion 20V682 covers 2018–2020 LC 500 and LC 500h. Dealers fit an improved fuel pump assembly.

Symptoms

  • Rough running or hesitation
  • Check-engine light
  • Engine stall or no-start

Check before buying

  • Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask a Lexus dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 20V682 (2020-11) · 1,525,742 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [2][3]

Brake booster pump can fail (recall 19V544) (2019)

Safety recall
Generation:
Z100 (2018–2026)
Years:
2019
Powertrain:
LC 500

Recall 19V544 lists 2019 LC 500 among Toyota and Lexus models whose brake booster pump can fail, switching off Vehicle Stability Control and brake assist. Dealers inspect and replace the pump as needed.

Symptoms

  • Brake or VSC warning lights
  • Harder brake pedal / reduced brake assist

Check before buying

  • Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask a Lexus dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 19V544 (2019-07) · 6,925 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [4]

Rearview camera image may be delayed (recall 24V124) (2024)

Safety recall
Generation:
Z100 (2018–2026)
Years:
2024
Powertrain:
LC 500 and LC 500h

On 2024 LC 500 and LC 500h with the Panoramic View Monitor, parking-assist ECU software can delay the rearview camera image after shifting into reverse. Dealers update the software.

Symptoms

  • Camera image takes several seconds to appear in reverse

Check before buying

  • Run the 17-digit VIN through NHTSA’s recall lookup and confirm the remedy shows as complete
  • Ask a Lexus dealer for the repair order showing the recall work

NHTSA recall: 24V124 (2024-02) · 18,616 vehicles in the campaign

Sources: [5]

Related LC research

This page explains specific mechanical issues and recalls. Which model years drew the most owner complaints relative to the rest of the model’s history is answered in the years-to-avoid research where CarWhere publishes it.

Confirm how an LC was built before you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Lexus LC 500 reliable?

Its federal recall record is short: four campaigns across 2018–2024 model years, covering fuel pumps (18V107, 20V012/20V682), a brake booster pump (19V544, 2019) and the rearview camera software (24V124, 2024). Each is a free dealer repair.

What is the LC 500 fuel pump recall?

There are two. 18V107 replaced the high-pressure fuel pumps on 2018 LC 500s because a pump cover could crack and leak. 20V012 and 20V682 replace the in-tank low-pressure pump on 2018–2020 LC 500 and LC 500h because it can fail and stall the engine.

Does the LC 500h have its own recalls?

The LC 500h shares the low-pressure fuel pump recalls (20V012 for 2018–2019, 20V682 for 2018–2020) and the 2024 camera software recall 24V124 with the LC 500. For model year 2020, Lexus also extended hybrid battery coverage to 10 years/150,000 miles.

How do I check a used Lexus LC for open recalls?

Enter the 17-digit VIN in NHTSA’s recall lookup or ask a Lexus dealer. Recall repairs are free regardless of mileage or owner.

Sources

Issue descriptions are CarWhere’s own summaries of the sources below. Repair costs are shown only where a source states them and vary by shop and region.

  1. NHTSA recall 18V107: High Pressure Fuel Pump May Crack and Leak Fuel — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  2. NHTSA recall 20V682: Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  3. NHTSA recall 20V012: Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  4. NHTSA recall 19V544: Loss of Stability Control, Brake Assist/FMVSS 126 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  5. NHTSA recall 24V124: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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