Engine
2.0L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 179 of 179 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 142 of 179 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Engine & cooling
146 complaint records2 fire reports1 crash report
"ROD KNOCK HAPPENED FOR TWO MILES HEADED HOME AND THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. CHECKED OIL LEVELS AND THEY WERE PERFECT LEVEL...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Power train
21 complaint records
"I HAD THE J02 VALVE SPRING RECALL DONE AND 2 WEEKS AND ROUGHLY 80 MILES LATER MY ENGUNE DEVELOPED A KNOCKING NOISE AND STARTED LOSING POWER THE DEALERSHIP THAT PERFORMED THE RECALL DENIED RESPONSIBILITY EVEN AFTER FINDING FIPG SEALENT IN MY OIL PICKUP..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse power train parts in the directory →
Fuel system
9 complaint records
"MULTIPLE REPORTS OF FUELING ISSUES AMONG FRS AND SUBARU BRZ OWNERS . FILLING STATION PUMP HAULTS WHEN FUELING DUE TO FILLER HOSE CRIMP; PRESENTS INCREASED PROBABILITY OF HAZARDOUS CONDITION DUE TO REQUIREMENT OF MANUAL PUMP OVERRIDE...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18V772000 | Engine And Engine Cooling | Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2012-2014 Subaru Impreza, 2012-2013 Impreza Stationwagon, 2013 Subaru BRZ, XV Crosstrek and Toyota Scion FR-S vehicles. | Normally free |
| 16V075000 | Power Train | 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. | Normally free |
| 13V123000 | Equipment | Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and... | Normally free |
| 12V255000 | Equipment | TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 SCION FR-S VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2012, THROUGH MAY 14, 2012. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018601 2018-11-01 | Engine | 3,051 | On certain vehicles, the engine valve springs could fracture, causing an engine failure or a stall with an inability to restart. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. |
| 2016062 2016-02-09 | Powertrain | 2,247 | Certain vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and an ignition key may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 114 - Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dealer Message Jul 2023 | Air Bags | DD: Toyota has worked with Carma Project, Inc. on a tagging program for Takata recalls in certain ?Zone A? areas in an effort to increase completions in higher risk locations. Carma uses license plate reading technology to determine if a vehicle may have an open recall. | |
| Dealer Messagea Jul 2023 | Air Bags | DD: Toyota has worked with Carma Project, Inc. on a tagging program for Takata recalls in certain ?Zone A? areas in an effort to increase completions in higher risk locations. Carma uses license plate reading technology to determine if a vehicle may have an open recall. | |
| S-TT-0117-20 Dec 2020 | Visibility | TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged. | |
| S-S-0003-14_Obso Dec 2019 | Equipment | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE December 20, 2019: This bulletin is no longer applicable and is now obsolete. | |
| S-TT-0113-18 Feb 2018 | Fuel System | TSB: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the seal onto the injector. |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-SB-0041-13 Dec 2017 | Exterior Lighting | The rear combination lights on some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit cracking from the upper surface of the lens. This can result from the trunk lid contacting the rear combination light housing if excessive force is applied to the trunk lid when closing. | |
| S-SB-0012-17 Apr 2017 | Power Train | TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit an abnormal noise, such as a squeak, grind or groan type noise when the clutch pedal is depressed. APPLICABLE WARRANTY: This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. | |
| S-SB-0007-16 Oct 2016 | Back Over Prevention | TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a high pitch chirp or squeak noise from the high pressure Fuel Pump Assembly when the engine is fully warmed-up and idling. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to address this condition. | |
| T-SB-0134-16 Sep 2016 | Electrical System | TSB: Supersession Notice. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-TT-0080-14 Jul 2016 | Engine | TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. | |
| S-TT-0080-14 REV Jul 2016 | Equipment | TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. | |
| S-TT-0106-16 Jul 2016 | Engine | TT: CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE OIL PAN. AFTER A CLOSER INSPECTION YOU MAY FIND THE LEAK IS COMING FROM THE OIL DRAIN PLUG ITSELF. | |
| JF1 Jun 2016 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0087-14 Nov 2015 | Engine | TT: THE SCION FR-S REPAIR MANUAL CALLS FOR THE USE THREE BOND 1217G OR EQUIVALENT (TB 1217H) WHEN PERFORMING MECHANICAL ENGINE REPAIRS ON THE FR-S FA20 ENGINE. TOYOTA FIPG 1207B (PART# 00295-00103) IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH TB 1217G OR ITS EQUIVALENT. | |
| S-SB-0012-15 Jun 2015 | Electrical System | SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Batteries can become discharged due to an extended storage period, temperature, parasitic drain, or while demonstrating vehicle features and benefits in the sales... | |
| S-SB-0015-14 Rev May 2015 | Engine | SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-SB-0003-14 Rev May 2015 | Electrical System | SSB: Scion models equipped with the BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha? require a Special Service Tool (SST) USB drive to update the map, points of interest, Gracenote®, and system software. | |
| S-SB-0005-15 May 2015 | Equipment | SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. | |
| S-SB-0004-15 Apr 2015 | Equipment | SSB: Some 2013 - 2015 model year Scion vehicles equipped with BeSpoke® Premium Audio featuring Aha (version less than 14.1.0) may exhibit one or more of the following conditions: * When using the navigation route guidance the arrival time at the destination is incorrect. | |
| S-SB-0023-11 Rev Apr 2015 | Equipment | SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. | |
| S-TT-0080-14 Mar 2015 | Equipment | TechTip: Condition: This document provides some clarification of the timing chain Removal and Installation. Use this procedure in addition to the Repair Manual. | |
| S-SB-0002-15 Feb 2015 | Structure | SSB: On some vehicles, when Rapgard is removed, the paint may have a stained appearance. These stains appear to be under the clear coat (repainting this area is not necessary). The stain patterns are usually under wrinkles in the Rapgard. | |
| S-TT-0087-14 Nov 2014 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0003-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. | |
| S-SB-0005-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: World Standard (WS) Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) was introduced to reduce maintenance costs and increase the mileage between scheduled maintenance checks. Here are some important tips when working with ATF-WS in Toyota vehicles requiring its use. | |
| S-SB-0024-14 Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. | |
| S-SB-0025-14 Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding transmission and/or Park Neutral position switch installation. | |
| S-SB-0041-08 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions. | |
| S-SB-0020-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14. | |
| S SB 0024 14A Oct 2014 | Power Train | Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions | |
| S-SB-0040-08 Rev Sep 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions. | |
| S-TT-0082-14 Aug 2014 | Exterior Lighting | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0017-14 Rev Jul 2014 | Equipment | TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. | |
| S-SB-0009-14 Rev Jul 2014 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | TSB: Some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit multiple concerns from the Outer Weatherstrip (belt molding). The cross section of the weatherstrip has been revised to limit the amount of water passing into the door. | |
| S-TT-0073-13 Jul 2014 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0073-13 Rev Jul 2014 | Engine | Tech Tip: Starting with the 2010 Model Year, Scion began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w20 viscosity engine oil. | |
| S-SB-0017-14 Jul 2014 | Equipment | TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. | |
| S SB 0017 14A Jul 2014 | Electrical System | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset | |
| S-SB-0016-14 Jun 2014 | Visibility | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0009-14 Rev Jun 2014 | Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | TSB: Some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit multiple concerns from the Outer Weatherstrip (belt molding). The cross section of the weatherstrip has been revised to limit the amount of water passing into the door. | |
| S-TT-0080-14 Jun 2014 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0015-14 Jun 2014 | Electrical System | TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-SB-0003-10 Rev Jun 2014 | Unknown Or Other | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. | |
| S-SB-0033-13 Jun 2014 | Engine | SOME 2013 MODEL YEAR FR-S VEHICLES MAY HAVE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR RELATED OR ENGINE MISFIRE. 06/04/14 *LJ | |
| S-SB-0041-13 Rev Jun 2014 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | TSB: The rear combination lights on some 2013 ? 2014 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit cracking from the upper surface of the lens. This can result from the trunk lid contacting the rear combination light housing if excessive force is applied to the trunk lid when closing. | |
| S-SB-0013-14 May 2014 | Engine | SCION: CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CLEARANCE IS OUT OF SPECIFICATION, CAUSING INTAKE AND/OR EXHAUST CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR AND/OR ENGINE TO MISFIRE AND SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE ROUGH IDLE OR EXTENDED CRANKING. MODEL 2013 FR-S. *PE | |
| S-SB-0033-13 Rev May 2014 | Unknown Or Other | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-May 30, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. | |
| S-SB-0009-14 Apr 2014 | Structure | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0033-13 Rev Apr 2014 | Engine | Some 2013 model year FR-s vehicles may exhibit intake and/or exhaust camshaft position sensor related and/or engine misfire DTCs (P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346, P0365, P0366, P0390, P0391, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304) due to the camshaft position sensor being out of specification. | |
| S-TT-0077-14 Mar 2014 | Tires | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| SSB-0033-13 Feb 2014 | Power Train | SCION: DUE TO CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CLEARANCE BEING OUT OF SPECIFICATION, THERE MAYBE A ROUGH IDLING OR AN EXTENDED CRANKING AND ENGINE MISFIRE. MODEL 2013 FR-S. *PE UPDATED 5/14/14. *PE | |
| S-SB-0033-13 Feb 2014 | Back Over Prevention | Some 2013 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit intake and/or exhaust camshaft position sensor related and/or engine misfire DTCs (P0340, P0341, P0345, P0346, P0365, P0366, P0390, P0391, P0301, P0302, P0303, and P0304) due to the camshaft position sensor clearance being out of... | |
| S-SB-0003-14 Feb 2014 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0059-13 Jan 2014 | Air Bags | Scion vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. | |
| S-SB-0001-14 Jan 2014 | Visibility | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0042-13 Dec 2013 | Visibility/Wiper | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0041-13 R1 Dec 2013 | Latches/Locks/Linkages | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0041-13 Dec 2013 | Structure | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0072-13 Dec 2013 | Electrical System | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| SSB-0040-13 Dec 2013 | Engine | SCION: THE ENGINE RPM WILL DROP WHEN IDLING AND A/C IS OFF AND THE LOGIC OF THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE/ECM, WAS REVISED TO CORRECT THE CONDITION. MODEL 2013-2014 FR-S. *PE |
Showing 60 of 126 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Drive it from a dead stop, twice, on a hill if you can.Shudder, hesitation, or a lurch under light throttle is how this vehicle's largest complaint cluster shows itself. Then ask for the transmission service history in writing; repeat repairs are a pattern, not a fluke.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 4 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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