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JF1ZNAA15D1••••••2013 Scion FR-S
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2013 Scion FR-S build (10 vs 6).
10on this build
160on the model
26builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedEngine 9Power Train 1Fuel/propulsion System 1Steering 1
What owners of this build wrote
SteeringcrashNov 2025
I am submitting this complaint to report a serious safety defect involving a complete loss of steering control in my vehicle, 2013 Scion FR-S. While driving and making a turn, the steering system failed entirely, leaving me unable to control the direction of the vehicle. I…
EngineApr 2023
Vehicle suffered engine failure in line with previous recalled, and subsequently repaired parts. Both Toyota & Subaru have refused to repair. Vehicle is under 100,000 miles
Power TrainMar 2019
Took my vehicle in for repairs and had the valve spring recall work done at the request of the service rep at the dealership ( rick hendrick toyota of fayetteville ). Came back the next day and drove my frs home without a problem. In the following days I noticed it was taking…
Unknown Or OtherOct 2016
I'll be driving and RPM will dip so fast sometime cars dies but happens every now and then. Sometimes in start up and or just just a stop light
EngineMar 2023
The engine suffered catastrophic failure 2,988 miles after the J02 Saftey recall was performed by Preston Toyota of New Castle, PA. I was travelling at highway speeds when the engine died and would not turn on. I lost all power brakes and could have wrecked and injured myself,…
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JF1ZNAA15D1727534 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.