Lexus LC Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Lexus LC model year (2018–2026) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Lexus LC Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 6
1 recall · 0 complaints
Top issue: No complaints on record
Problem score: 3
Best Lexus LC Years to Buy
0 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem score: 1
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 2
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Lexus LC — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 3 | Caution |
| 2024 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Avoid |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 1 | Good |
All 9 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Lexus LC Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2026Recent LC models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2026 stands out with just 0 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year LC should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2024 Lexus LC if possible. It has 2 recalls, 0 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 6 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year LC to buy?+
The 2018 Lexus LC is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 1. It has only 0 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which LC has the fewest problems?+
The 2018, 2021 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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