2014 Scion FR-S
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2014
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 179 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 3 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
4 of 5 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I was going home from work (20KM) and ramping down the hwy exit to the stop sign, I heard a rapid clapping noise until the car stopped to never start again. My local car repair shop said that it needs a new motor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-07-13
I was driving on the freeway and my car started to slow down. I pulled off the freeway and my engine konked out/died. Feeling unsafe to drive vehicle I had to have it towed to nearest mechanic.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-04
Seat belts
1 of 5 total reports mentions: seat belts, most commonly citing pretensioner.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Scion FR-S. The contact stated that the seat belt pretensioner failed to operate correctly as the passenger's and driver's door ajar warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-11-27
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2015-02-23Equipment14V828000 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.
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.
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2016-03-07Electrical system, power train16V075000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2014 Scion FR-S — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 14V828000 · Equipment
- Recall 16V075000 · Electrical system, power train
FAQ
- Is the 2014 Scion FR-S reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2014 Scion FR-S?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 80% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Scion FR-S have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-27 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.