The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 4 of 5 complaints (80%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 180 in 2013 to 5 in 2014.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 5
- Recall campaigns
- 2
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $2,750–$3,100
- Combined MPG
- 25–28
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | vs. 2014 Minicompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 2,750–3,100 | 2,750–3,100 | 2,750–3,200 | 2,750–3,200 | |
| Combined MPG | 25–28 | 25–28 | 24–28 | 24–28 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 22–24 / 30–33 | 22–24 / 30–33 | 21–24 / 29–33 | 21–24 / 29–33 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 320–361 | 320–360 | 321–362 | 321–362 | |
| Complaints filed | 180 | 5 | 14 | 3 | |
| Recalls issued | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2014 Scion FR-S have?
2 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Scion FR-S?
Engine: 4 of 5 NHTSA complaints (80%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2014 Scion FR-S get?
EPA rates it 25–28 MPG combined across 2 configurations.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2014 Scion FR-S?
EPA estimates $2,750–$3,100 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (2)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 22 mpg (low) | 30 mpg (low) | 25 mpg (low) | $3,100 (high) | 360 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S6) | 4 | 2.0L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Minicompact Cars | 24 mpg (high) | 33 mpg (high) | 28 mpg (high) | $2,750 (low) | 320 g/mi (low) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (2)
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Defect
- 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. Vehicles with a push-to-start button are not affected. In the affected vehicles, it may be possible to remove the ignition key without the transmission being in the "Park" position. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
- Consequence
- 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 occupant or pedestrian injuries.
- 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. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is G0E.
EQUIPMENT
- Defect
- 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. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence
- Accessories that detach from a vehicle may result in a vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
- 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.