Scion FR-S years to avoid
More than twice the FR-S's typical complaint count for a model year.
Best Scion FR-S years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Scion FR-S complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Scion FR-S problems
All model years combined.
- Engine156
- Transmission24
- Fuel system10
- Steering9
- Brakes4
- Airbags4
- Wheels3
- Seat belts3
- Electrical3
- Suspension2
- Body2
- Acceleration2
Most reported problems on the Scion FR-S
Knocking 77Stalling 46Engine failure 42Check engine light 35Loss of power 17Misfire 13
Scion FR-S problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 91 | 3 | Engine | 3 | 0 | ||
| 2015 | 66 | 14 | Engine | 34,000 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2014 | 89 | 5 | Engine | 2 | 0 | ||
| 2013 | 5 | 180 | Engine | 69,000 | 4 | 4 | Avoid |
Recalls 7
Questions about the Scion FR-S
What years of the Scion FR-S should you avoid?
2013. It has more than twice the Scion FR-S's typical number of owner complaints for a model year; 2013 alone has 180, mostly about engine and transmission.
What is the best year for a used Scion FR-S?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Scion FR-S?
Engine, with 156 complaints across all years, followed by transmission (24) and fuel system (10).
How many recalls does the Scion FR-S have?
7 recalls between 2013 and 2016. The 2013 model year has the most, with 4.
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