Model overview

The Lexus LC is a grand tourer produced by Lexus, Toyota's luxury division. Based on the 2012 LF-LC Concept, it was introduced in 2016 at the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It followed the SC, which was built from 1991 to 2010. It is the first Lexus model to use the GA-L platform, which is shared with the full-size LS 500 sedan. According to the maker, the name "LC" stands for "Luxury Coupe".

The standard LC500 is powered by a high-performance 5.0-liter V-8 engine, which produces 471 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque and paired to a quick-shifting 10-speed automatic transmission. The other engine offered is the LC500h's 354-hp gas-electric powertrain, which couples a 3.5-liter V-6, a pair of electric motors, a 1.1-kWh lithium-ion battery, and a unique continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) that simulates the 10-speed automatic shifter.

Lexus LC known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Lexus Lc are:

• The Lexus LC500/LC500h from 2017 to 2019 is affected by a manufacturing defect. Surface breaking may happen on the impeller of the low-pressure fuel pump. This caused a recall.
• The brake booster pump motor of the Lexus LC 500 (2019) may stop working due to a faulty plastic brush holder.
• The electronic control unit (ECU) has been poorly programmed and the throttle is not coordinated with the transmission and gear shifts affecting the Lexus LC500h from 2016 to 2018.

Lexus Lc500 PDF owner manual

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