Toyota Scion FR-S years to avoid and best years
There are not enough Toyota Scion FR-S years yet to compare newer ones with older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (6 complaints). 2013 through 2014 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2013 at 1 (from 4 complaints), and 2014 at 2 (from 6 complaints). On the 2014 Toyota Scion FR-S, 1 of 6 complaints name Electrical system, Exterior lighting.
Data as of .
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Toyota Scion FR-S reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Toyota Scion FR-S. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Fewest | 0 | 1 | 0 | Air bags | — |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2014 Most | 2 | 6 | 0 | Electrical system, Exterior lighting | — |
| 2013 Fewest | 1 | 4 | 0 | Powertrain | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Coupe
- Oil
- 0W-20
- Tire size
- 215/45R17
Known issues for this generation
Recall 18V-772 covers certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2013 Subaru BRZ, and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs may fracture, causing an engine malfunction or possible engine stall. Recall 16V-075 covers certain model year 2013-2016 Scion FR-S vehicles with an automatic transmission and ignition key (not push-button start or manual transmission): the key can be removed when the transmission is not in Park, failing FMVSS 114.
Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Scion FR-S years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2016 at 0 (from 1 complaint), 2013 at 1 (from 4 complaints), and 2014 at 2 (from 6 complaints).
Which Toyota Scion FR-S year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (6 complaints). 2013 through 2014 are in that same range. On the 2014 Toyota Scion FR-S, 1 of 6 complaints name Electrical system, Exterior lighting.
How do Toyota Scion FR-S owner complaints compare by year?
There are not enough Toyota Scion FR-S years yet to compare newer ones with older ones.
What engine oil does a US Toyota Scion FR-S use?
0W-20
What tire sizes fit a US Toyota Scion FR-S?
Published US specs commonly list front 215/45R17 and rear 215/45R17; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Toyota Scion FR-S?
Recall 18V-772 covers certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2013 Subaru BRZ, and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. The engine valve springs may fracture, causing an engine malfunction or possible engine stall. Recall 16V-075 covers certain model year 2013-2016 Scion FR-S vehicles with an automatic transmission and ignition key (not push-button start or manual transmission): the key can be removed when the transmission is not in Park, failing FMVSS 114.