This page covers 3 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2016 Scion Fr-S.
24–28 mpg combined
8.4–9.8 L/100km
Minicompact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
The 2016 Scion FR-S has 3 recalls, the most serious being an ignition defect on automatic transmission models where the key can be removed while the transmission is not in Park, leaving the car free to roll away.
This recall only affects vehicles with a traditional ignition key; models with a push-to-start button are not affected. A car left in gear with the key out and no driver present can roll into traffic, pedestrians, or other objects without warning. The remaining two recalls both involve Load Carrying Capacity Modification Labels on certain vehicles distributed through Southeast Toyota. The label may not account for the added weight of dealer-installed accessories, meaning the printed load limit is too high. An owner relying on that number could unknowingly overload the vehicle, which affects handling, braking distance, and tire load, raising the risk of a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The weight capacity label may show incorrect added weight from installed accessories, causing the vehicle to not meet federal tire and rim safety standards.
What the fix does
A corrected label will be provided and placed over the inaccurate one at no cost.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The weight capacity label on certain vehicles may show incorrect information about how much weight the tires can safely carry due to installed accessories.
What the fix does
Toyota will send owners a corrected label to place over the inaccurate one at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
On certain 2013-2016 Scion FR-S vehicles with automatic transmission and traditional ignition keys, the ignition key can be removed even when the transmission is not in Park, which prevents proper rollaway protection.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and correct the ignition key and transmission interlock wiring connections at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
