2015 Scion FR-S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other FR-S years
- Far more complaints than other years 2nd of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Scion FR-S. That ranks 2nd out of 4 FR-S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (5 complaints, 36%), typically at around 81,500 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year.
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- 14owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Scion FR-S problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 36% | 81,500 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 14% | 25,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 14% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 14% | 7 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Scion FR-S recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Power train:automatic transmission:park/neutral start interlock switch; electrical system:ignition
Problem: Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles manufactured March 13, 2012, to January 14, 2016 and equipped an automatic transmission and ignition key. Vehicles with a push-to-start button are not affected. In the affected vehicles, it may be possible to remove the ignition key without the transmission being in the "Park" position. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk: If the key can be removed from the ignition when the transmission is not in the "Park" position, the vehicle could roll away increasing the risk of a crash and occupant or pedestrian injuries.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ignition key/transmission interlock wiring connections, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 7, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0E.
Equipment
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
Risk: Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The valve spring for my 2015 FRS completely broke and this was a known issue and recalls for my car and it is available for inspection
Steering wheel began clunking and locking up when turning. Had this issue on a previous FRS, Electronic Power Steering Motor Coupler had failed and needed replacement.
Defective engine/motor failure spark plug popped out of engine along with coil. The service technician and service manager were shocked at the spark plug broken internally. I paid for spark plug replacement totaling approximately $1,200. Upon inspecting other parts of the motor it was determined…
I was driving 80 mph in the inner lane of a multi lane highway. Out of no where with no warning lights or sounds the car just lost all power, the steering felt like it locked and the car fell on it's face. I was almost hit by two different cars trying to get over to the shoulder and there was white…
While driving my vehicle, it started misfiring, throwing up a flashing check engine light, and it was rough to keep it running. Upon towing it to the dealership and having it investigated for the root cause, it was determined that the valve springs on a cylinder are failing. This issue is identical…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Scion FR-S?
Owners most often report engine, power train, service brakes problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 5 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Scion FR-S?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Scion FR-S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other FR-S model years, the 2015 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.