2016 Scion FR-S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2016 Scion FR-S has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).

3Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your FR-S?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2016 Scion FR-S recalls

Incorrect load label may lead to vehicle overloading and crash risk

Recall 16V420Jun 9, 20164,253 vehicles affected

The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label on certain vehicles may not reflect the correct added weight of installed accessories.

Incorrect Load Label May Lead to Vehicle Overloading

Recall 16V236Apr 22, 201694 vehicles affected

Certain 2016 Toyota and Scion vehicles built between January 28, 2016 and March 14, 2016 may have a Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label that does not reflect the correct added weight of installed accessories.

Ignition Key Can Be Removed Before Car Is in Park, Risking Rollaway

Recall 16V075Feb 10, 201625,706 vehicles affected

Certain vehicles with an automatic transmission and a traditional ignition key may allow the key to be pulled out of the ignition while the transmission is not in Park.

Most common 2016 Scion FR-S problems

Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System1
Power Train1
Engine1

What owners report

2024-08-30, Engine
There was a recall on the power train system for the 2016 Scion frs models and mines just failed. I was never notified about this recall. Can the recall be reopened
2019-02-27, Power Train
THROW OUT BEARING FAILING AT 48,500 MILES. DEALER REFUSED TO COVER REPAIR. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR WHICH THERE IS A DEALER TSB WITH A REVISED PART AND BETTER GREASE THAT DOES NOT DRY OUT. ISSUE IS REVEALED BY SQUEALING SOUND AT START UP, WHICH DEALER REPLICATED AND CONFIRMED ISSUE IS BAD THROW OUT BEARING. QUOTED ME $850 FOR THE REPAIR. I HAVE NOT HAD A CLUTCH ISSUE IN 25 YEARS OF ONLY DRIVING MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLES PRIOR.
2019-02-20, Fuel/Propulsion System
HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP NOISE AT IDLE COULD BE INDICATIVE OF MALFUNCTION

2016 Scion FR-S questions

Does the 2016 Scion FR-S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2016 Scion FR-S: Incorrect load label may lead to vehicle overloading and crash risk; Incorrect Load Label May Lead to Vehicle Overloading; Ignition Key Can Be Removed Before Car Is in Park, Risking Rollaway. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Scion FR-S?

Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1), Power Train (1), Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Scion FR-S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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