Is the 2016 Scion FR-S reliable?

NHTSA lists only 3 complaints for the 2016 Scion FR-S, giving it a complaint index of 0, the lowest of the four model years with data (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016).

Does the 2016 Scion FR-S have any recalls?

Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Scion FR-S: two label-correction recalls and one covering ignition key/transmission interlock wiring. None are do-not-drive recalls.

What is the top complaint area for the 2016 Scion FR-S?

Engine is listed as the top problem area, tied with Fuel System and Transmission & Powertrain at one complaint each, 33% of the total.

How does the 2016 Scion FR-S compare to other FR-S years?

The 2016 model has the lowest complaint index (0) of the four years with data, compared to 100 for 2013 (Avoid), 67 for 2015 (Caution), and 33 for 2014 (Good).

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Scion FR-S?

EPA rates the 2016 Scion FR-S at 26 mpg combined (22.5 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,075.

2016 Scion FR-S Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2016 Scion FR-S has 3 NHTSA complaints and a complaint index of 0, the lowest among the four model years with data. It carries 3 recalls, none of them do-not-drive, covering label corrections and an ignition key/transmission interlock wiring issue.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 0/100; #4 of 4 FR-S years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 3; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 3; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2014; rated Good

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 26; 22.5 city / 31 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2016 Scion FR-S recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 16V420000Jun 9, 2016Other4,253 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA 16V236000Apr 22, 2016Other94 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. 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 result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16A.
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.

2016 Scion FR-S fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 22.5 MPG
Highway: 31 MPG
Combined: 26 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,075; 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.

2016 compared with other FR-S years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2014	Good	33	5	2	26.5
2015	Caution	67	14	3	26
2016	No verdict	0	3	3	26

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2016 Scion FR-S reliable?: NHTSA lists only 3 complaints for the 2016 Scion FR-S, giving it a complaint index of 0, the lowest of the four model years with data (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016).
Does the 2016 Scion FR-S have any recalls?: Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2016 Scion FR-S: two label-correction recalls and one covering ignition key/transmission interlock wiring. None are do-not-drive recalls.
What is the top complaint area for the 2016 Scion FR-S?: Engine is listed as the top problem area, tied with Fuel System and Transmission & Powertrain at one complaint each, 33% of the total.
How does the 2016 Scion FR-S compare to other FR-S years?: The 2016 model has the lowest complaint index (0) of the four years with data, compared to 100 for 2013 (Avoid), 67 for 2015 (Caution), and 33 for 2014 (Good).
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Scion FR-S?: EPA rates the 2016 Scion FR-S at 26 mpg combined (22.5 city / 31 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,075.