2016 Scion FR-S
Common problems & what to know before you buy
Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2016 Scion FR-S.
Recalls on the 2016 Scion FR-S
Equipment: labels
The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.
Power train: park/neutral start interlock switch
Vehicles with a push-to-start button are not affected.
Tires
The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories.
Source: NHTSA
What 3 owners reported
Source: NHTSA
2016 Scion FR-S at a glance
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-Cylinder
- Transmission
- Automatic 6-spd, Manual 6-spd
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Body style
- Coupe
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common problems with the 2016 Scion FR-S?
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 2016 Scion FR-S with NHTSA, most often about the engine. There are 3 recall campaigns covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.
Is the 2016 Scion FR-S reliable?
Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 3 open recall campaigns on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.
Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2016 Scion FR-S?
Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2016 Scion FR-S listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.
Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.