repaired · 2017 Q4
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2015 Scion FR-SProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 14 owner complaints about the 2015 Scion FR-S, most often about the engine. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 16V-075 the manufacturer reports only 58% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through June 15, 2025. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2015 Scion FR-S has problems
14 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Engine
2Power train
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
2Steering
1Suspension
1Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
1Structure
1Seat belts
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2015 Scion FR-S recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Electrical system: ignition
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…
repaired · 2016 Q2
Equipment
Risk. Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Scion.
Best & worst years
2015 vs. every other FR-S year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the FR-S median. How we score
'13'14'15'16
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What FR-S owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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
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…
Own a 2015 FR-S?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.