2015 Scion FR-S problems and complaints

Owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Scion FR-S. The most-reported areas: Engine (5), Steering (2), Service Brakes (2).

Key takeaways

  • 14 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
  • 1 involve a crash, 1 a fire, 0 reported injuries.
  • Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
Complaints by component
ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine536%
Steering214%
Service Brakes214%
Power Train214%
Unknown Or Other214%
Electrical System17%
Seat Belts17%
Air Bags17%
Suspension17%
Structure17%

One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.

Latest complaints, as filed

Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.

Engine - filed 2025-06-15

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

Steering - filed 2023-01-18

Steering wheel began clunking and locking up when turning. Had this issue on a previous FRS, Electronic Power Steering Motor Coupler had failed and needed replacement.

Electrical System,engine - filed 2022-10-21

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 the engine bay has cool...

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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.