Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 FR-S are official communications between Scion & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #S TT 0103 16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200384

      Vehicle Rides Rough Due to Spacers Not Removed from Front Struts During Pre-Delivery Service(PDS) Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134311

      SSB: The 2016 model year FR-S vehicle has a new accessory package known as Release Series 2.0 that includes an aero kit. Read More »

    SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

    • TSB #S-TT-0103-16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134325

      TT: Some 2016MY Release Series 2.0 FR-S models may exhibit a rough ride condition while driving over bumps. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #S-TT-0080-14

      Date Announced:
      JUL 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10086764

      TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0080-14 REV

      Date Announced:
      JUL 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087902

      TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0106-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10086505

      TT: CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE OIL PAN. AFTER A CLOSER INSPECTION YOU MAY FIND THE LEAK IS COMING FROM THE OIL DRAIN PLUG ITSELF. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0106-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087870

      TT: CUSTOMER MAY COMPLAIN ABOUT AN OIL LEAK FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE OIL PAN. AFTER A CLOSER INSPECTION YOU MAY FIND THE LEAK IS COMING FROM THE OIL DRAIN PLUG ITSELF. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0087-14

      Date Announced:
      NOV 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093994

      TT: THE SCION FR-S REPAIR MANUAL CALLS FOR THE USE THREE BOND 1217G OR EQUIVALENT (TB 1217H) WHEN PERFORMING MECHANICAL ENGINE REPAIRS ON THE FR-S FA20 ENGINE. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096724

      SSB: SOME 2015 ? 2016 MODEL YEAR FR-S VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CONDITION WHERE THE ENGINE IDLE SPEED FLUCTUATES (TYPICALLY 500 ? 1000 RPM) ONLY WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS IN THE PARK OR NEUTRAL SHIFT POSITION. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132574

      SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #S-TT-0106-16

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134364

      TT: Customer may complain about an oil leak from the bottom of the oil pan. After a closer inspection you may find the leak is coming from the oil drain plug itself. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0087-14

      Date Announced:
      NOV 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111511

      TT: The Scion FR-S Repair manual calls for the use Three Bond 1217G or equivalent (TB 1217H) when performing mechanical Engine repairs on the FR-S FA20 Engine. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #S-TT-0113-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129974

      TSB: 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 seal onto the injector. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0113-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131756

      TSB: 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 seal onto the injector. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132854

      TSB: 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 idling. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

    • TSB #S-TT-0113-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129974

      TSB: 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 seal onto the injector. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-17

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142496

      TSB: Some 2013 ? 2016 model year FR-S vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may exhibit an abnormal noise, such as a squeak, grind or groan type noise when the clutch pedal is depressed. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111447

      SSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a condition where the engine idle speed fluctuates (typically 500 - 1000 RPM) only when the transmission is in the Park or Neutral shift position. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111447

      SSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a condition where the engine idle speed fluctuates (typically 500 - 1000 RPM) only when the transmission is in the Park or Neutral shift position. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134312

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership?s new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111447

      SSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a condition where the engine idle speed fluctuates (typically 500 - 1000 RPM) only when the transmission is in the Park or Neutral shift position. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111145

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111295

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111191

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111192

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111574

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111575

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111145

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0012-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111295

      SSB: While a vehicle is in inventory, the battery is subject to conditions that can reduce its performance and life. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111573

      SSB: Some 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15

      Date Announced:
      SEP 17, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111447

      SSB: Some 2015 - 2016 model year FR-S vehicles may exhibit a condition where the engine idle speed fluctuates (typically 500 - 1000 RPM) only when the transmission is in the Park or Neutral shift position. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111157

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:ENGINE COOLANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134312

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership?s new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111191

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111192

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111574

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111575

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-16

      Date Announced:
      OCT 10, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132854

      TSB: 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 idling. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #S-TT-0115-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129992

      TSB: Some vehicles may display a 22-digit request code when attempting to perform a navigation map update. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0113-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129974

      TSB: 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 seal onto the injector. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0113-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 06, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10131756

      TSB: 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 seal onto the injector. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0116-19

      Date Announced:
      JAN 03, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10153260

      TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0080-14 REV

      Date Announced:
      JUL 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10087902

      TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. Read More »

    • TSB #S TT 0103 16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200384

      Vehicle Rides Rough Due to Spacers Not Removed from Front Struts During Pre-Delivery Service(PDS) Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15 REV

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096987

      "SSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING YOUR DEALERSHIP?S NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096989

      SSB: 2016 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0009 15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200373

      Pre Delivery Service Checklist Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0003-16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096986

      SSB: THE 2016 MODEL YEAR FR-S VEHICLE HAS A NEW ACCESSORY PACKAGE KNOWN AS RELEASE SERIES 2.0 THAT INCLUDES AN AERO KIT. Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0003 16

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200371

      Spring Spacer Removal During PDS Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-15

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10093260

      SSB: 2016 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH DRIVER'S SIDE FLOOR MAT RETAINING CLIPS TO SECURE THE FLOOR MAT IN THE CORRECT POSITION. IN ADDITION, SOME MODELS MAY UTILIZE RETAINING CLIPS FOR PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR MATS AS WELL. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0087-14

      Date Announced:
      NOV 15, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111511

      TT: The Scion FR-S Repair manual calls for the use Three Bond 1217G or equivalent (TB 1217H) when performing mechanical Engine repairs on the FR-S FA20 Engine. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0015-14 Rev

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134472

      SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0010 15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200377

      Pre-Delivery Service(PDS) Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0006-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111188

      SSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0006-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111571

      SSB: Long-term or off-site storage requires special care to keep vehicles factory fresh and ready for delivery. Read More »

    • TSB #S SB 0007 15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200372

      Floor Mat Installation During PDS Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111157

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0094-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111307

      TT: iPhone text messages do not appear on multi media display. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111190

      SSB: Some 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0008-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111573

      SSB: Some 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with a Smart Key system, which allows the customer to enter and start the vehicle without using a mechanical key. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    • TSB #S-TT-0115-18

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10129992

      TSB: Some vehicles may display a 22-digit request code when attempting to perform a navigation map update. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111191

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111192

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111574

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 18, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111575

      SSB: Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) is a critical step in satisfying your dealership's new car customers. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #S-SB-0021-15 Rev

      Date Announced:
      OCT 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10132861

      TSB: REVISION NOTICE October 14, 2016 Rev1: The Warranty Information section has been updated. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Read More »

    • TSB #S-TT-0080-14

      Date Announced:
      JUL 19, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10086764

      TT: THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES SOME CLARIFICATION OF THE TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0010-15 REV

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096987

      "SSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING YOUR DEALERSHIP?S NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10096989

      SSB: 2016 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0009-15

      Date Announced:
      MAR 17, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134313

      SSB: 2016 Pre-Delivery Service Check Sheet Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111187

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-15

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10134272

      SSB: 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with driver's side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side floor mats as well. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111189

      SSB: 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with driver's side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side floor mats as well. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0007-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111572

      SSB: 2016 model year vehicles are equipped with driver's side floor mat retaining clips to secure the floor mat in the correct position. In addition, some models may utilize retaining clips for passenger side floor mats as well. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #S-TT-0109-17

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10142507

      TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Scion repair process. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111187

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »

    • TSB #S-SB-0005-15

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10111570

      SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. Read More »