2013 Scion FR-S Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 5%of 179 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 35,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the fuel system of the 2013 Scion FR-S, 5% of the 179 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 35,900 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 longer for the car to start, and was throwing the cel on a particularly hot day as well. I disregarded it and continued driving my car lightly around post. …”
NHTSA complaint #11208874, filed 2019-05, 63,300 miles“I was notified by mail that they're was a safety recall for my 2013 aciom frs which was to replace my engine spring valve at no cost. I took in my car january 18 to have the work done it took around 2 weeks to get a respond back that my car was ready for pick up. I took it out and drove it for about 5 mile to get gas and when I turned on my car it was struggling to turn on and once it turned on it was it was shaking violently , 3 engine codes came up p0017 p0300p219a. …”
NHTSA complaint #11195026, filed 2019-04, 90,485 miles“My new car has been in and out of the shop for the past month (4 times). The check engine light keeps coming on and the dealer does not know how to fix it. The car does not also seem to be able to hold an idle speed. When my foot has the clutch completely depressed and my other foot on the brake, the engine idle just goes from 500 to 1000 and back down to 500 and the car shudders and almost stalls. …”
NHTSA complaint #10474058, filed 2012-09, 4,494 miles“This is a complaint on a 2013 frs that was bought in november of 2013 which now has 8500 miles on it now. Check engine light came on in the morning when I started the engine up to go to work. I use my check engine scanner and it gave me a p2404 code. Drove it for two days to see if it would shut off. Now for some reason my gas is getting burned up really fast. My gas meter drop 1/4 tank on a two day 15 mile drive. Cruise control also stop working too. So much for a new car.”
NHTSA complaint #10586119, filed 2014-05, 8,500 miles“I am filing a complaint before problems persist and make things worse. My brand new Scion frs, what I was reassured by my dealer was reliable dependable make and model. Given the trust he had gained prior to the sale I believed every word he said down to his over market asking price pitch. I bought it all and the car. A few weeks later I notice a chirpping that I thought to be the belt. It had been raining constantly so I assumed the belt was moist and at times with condensation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10582857, filed 2014-04, 550 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10131756Feb 6, 2018TSB: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the…
- 10129974Feb 6, 2018TSB: In the event that injector seal repair is required on vehicles equipped with a direct injection fuel system, a Special Service Tool Set is required to properly install the…
- 10132854Oct 10, 2016TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a high pitch chirp or squeak noise from the high pressure Fuel Pump Assembly when the engine is fully warmed-up and…
- 10133801Mar 19, 2013Some vehicles may exhibit a high pitch chirp or squeak noise from the High Pressure Fuel Pump Assembly when the engine is fully warmed up and idling. Follow the procedure in this…
- 10060915Sep 26, 2012Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10047960Sep 26, 2012Scion: the high pressure fuel pump assembly makes a high pitch chirping or squeaking noise when idling or warming up engine. Model 2013 fr-s.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 9 | 5% |
Other parts of the 2013 Scion FR-S
141 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
21 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Scion FR-S
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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