The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2013 Scion fr-s vehicles manufactured from March 22, 2012, through May 14, 2012. The owner's manual contains an inaccurate description of the actual operation of the front passenger occupant classification system. Other portions of the owner's manual, describing the air bag system, require clarification. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard (FMVSS) no. 208, "occupant crash protection."
The risk
If a user reads and follows inaccurate owner's manual information, this could lead to an increased risk of injury to a front passenger seat occupant under certain crash conditions.
The fix
Toyota will notify owners, and will mail corrected inserts for the owner's manuals, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 3, 2012. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-866-707-2466.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 12V-255 (12V255000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Owners/service/other manual |
| Report date | June 5, 2012 |
| Owners notified | July 3, 2012 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,156 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 12V-255 repair free?
Yes. Scion dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota will notify owners, and will mail corrected inserts for the owner's manuals, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 3, 2012. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-866-707-2466.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,156 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.