Question 1

Is the Scion FR-S reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Scion FR-S has 233 total NHTSA complaints across 3 model years. The most reliable years are 2014 (5 complaints). Years to avoid: 2013 (210 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Scion FR-S should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2013 Scion FR-S. The 2013 model has the most complaints (210) with the top issue being ENGINE.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Scion FR-S?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Scion FR-S are 2014 (5 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2015	18	VEHICLE STARTED TO STUTTER AND HAVING A LOUD KNOCK...	Average
2014	5	I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND MY CAR STARTED TO...	Excellent Reliability
2013	210	MY NEW CAR HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP FOR THE...	Avoid This Year

Scion FR-S — All Years

Scion FR-S — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid