2014 Scion FR-S Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Good The 2014 Scion FR-S has a complaint index of 33 and ranks 3rd worst out of 4 model years, earning a Good verdict relative to other FR-S years. NHTSA lists 5 complaints, 2 recall campaigns, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths for this year.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 33/100
- #3 of 4 FR-S years
- Verdict
- Good
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 5
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 2
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Engine
- Best nearby year
- —
- no alternative with data
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 26.5
- 23 city / 31.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
Top 2014 Scion FR-S problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine4 (80%)
- Seat Belts1 (20%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some owners report the engine losing power and stalling while driving on the highway, with the car unable to restart afterward.
- Owners describe hearing a loud knocking or rapid clapping noise from the engine right before it died, with one report tied to a failed rod bearing.
- One owner reported a persistent oil leak from the timing chain cover and oil pan cover that started shortly after purchase.
- A seat belt pretensioner failure was reported along with a door-ajar warning light that stayed on, with the issue recurring and never repaired, at a median mileage of 155,085.
2014 Scion FR-S recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 16V075000Feb 10, 2016Electrical System25,706 vehicles
Electrical system:ignition
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 14V828000Dec 30, 2014Other3,958 vehicles
Equipment
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.
Remedy: 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.
2014 Scion FR-S fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 23 MPG
- Highway
- 31.5 MPG
- Combined
- 26.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,025
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2014 compared with other FR-S years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2014 Scion FR-S reliable?
- Compared to other FR-S model years, the 2014 is rated Good. It has a complaint index of 33, the third-lowest among the 4 years NHTSA has data for, with only 5 complaints on file.
- What problems does the 2014 Scion FR-S have?
- NHTSA complaints point mostly to the engine, which accounts for 80% of complaints filed for this year, including reports of stalling and loss of power. The median mileage at failure across all complaints is 59,590.
- Does the 2014 Scion FR-S have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 FR-S: one covering electrical system wiring connections related to the ignition key and transmission interlock, and one covering accessory bolts that may need tightening. Neither is a do-not-drive recall.
- How does the 2014 FR-S compare to the 2013 FR-S?
- The 2013 FR-S has a complaint index of 100 and 179 complaints, earning an Avoid verdict, far worse than the 2014's index of 33 and 5 complaints.
- What is the top problem area for the 2014 Scion FR-S?
- The Engine is the top problem area, making up 80% of the complaints NHTSA has on file for this model year.