Unofficial - CEL/SL/Idle Issue List for FR-S/BRZ Owners

[lowellm]

Quick update:

Several days after getting the latest firmware on my ECU, my BRZ is running fine and I'm no longer having this issue. Fingers crossed that I'm in the clear now, and the new ECU update solves the problem. So far, so good!

[Eurasianman]

Originally Posted by lowellm

Quick update:

Several days after getting the latest firmware on my ECU, my BRZ is running fine and I'm no longer having this issue. Fingers crossed that I'm in the clear now, and the new ECU update solves the problem. So far, so good!

Some people have said that they noticed a difference in acceleration and throttle response, etc.

Then again, it could be in their head (no offense). Keep us up to date

[regal]

Made the appointment when I got the letter in the mail, they said that Scion warranty won't cover a loaner car! Said they would replace the next ECU Saturday but I have to wait, sounds like they have it down to a science. Been driving 5k trouble free miles with the ECU light.

Also the keyless trunk release and trunk release button quit working, is this related or just a fuse ?

[WS12888]

Had this issue occur on my manuel FR-S this week, so add me to the list.
I brought it into my Scion dealer and they said they could not re-flash my ecu. Now they have to replace the ecu.

WS12888
Scion FR-S - manuel
11000 km
VIN:....7067XX
Waiting for new ECU, quoted < 1 week
Ontario CANADA

Update 13/04/2
Got the car fixed, new ECU seems to have more kick than before. =)

[lowellm]

1+ weeks later-- no issues, so far it looks like I'm in the clear. Dealer flashing to the latest ECU solved the problem. Woot woot!

[Touge_ninja]

Touge_ninja FRS 8780mi STILL ON CEL Seattle WA Ecuador reset after 1 night of no use.

[aghuman]

900 KM, started experiencing at around 30km, just got off the phone with Scion Canada who said that they have never heard of the issue but they will investigate which seems odd since its been months since people first started reporting it. Going to take it to the dealer soon and see what they have to say.

[rawr]

Question for those that have had their ECU replaced to fix the CEL issue: are you guys still experiencing idle dips (to about 500 rpm)?

My ECU was replaced 500+ miles ago and still experience idle dips every so often.

[jesperswe]

I got the "new" flash, it still idle dips now and then, when the engine is cold.

[ftc~brz]

Originally Posted by lowellm

1+ weeks later-- no issues, so far it looks like I'm in the clear. Dealer flashing to the latest ECU solved the problem. Woot woot!

congrats! you should be in the clear now. I now have 9500 miles on mine and not an inkling of a cel since. (just make sure your gas cap is on tight after fueling or you will give yourself a stroke...lolz)

Originally Posted by rawr

Question for those that have had their ECU replaced to fix the CEL issue: are you guys still experiencing idle dips (to about 500 rpm)?

My ECU was replaced 500+ miles ago and still experience idle dips every so often.

I didn't get a new ecu but I got a flash and once in a while the idle will dip a few notches on the rpm gauge and float back up. These cars have a rougher idle. It tends to dip when it switches in/out of direct injection. nothing to worry about. But the first few weeks after a swap/flash you will watch the cluster like a hawk.

[Coastermikey]

guess you can add me to the list now.

coastermikey, BRZ, 17452mi, towed to dealership blown motor, MD

Originally Posted by eurospeed

Folks, my goal is to document the number of owners, their mileage, status of their cars along with other pertinent info. I feel it will be a good snapshot to help understand the severity and broad reach of this problem.

BACKGROUND
While this idle issue may manifest itself as an initial dip, please only add your name if you have experienced a combination of the check engine light (CEL) and slip light (SL) in addition to the RPM hunting at idle (often severe shaking and stalling). The code your engine control unit (ECU) should have stored is P0019 (also optional P0017, P0018 or related cam codes).

Toyota and Subaru have developed various solutions for this issue which have not been consistent and may require multiple repairs or even vehicle replacement due to limited success. Repairs could include a combination of the following: replacing cam sprocket assemblies, replacing oil control valves, reflashing and/or replacing the ECU. To expedite service and express your concerns, be sure to contact the corporate customer service numbers below.

PHONE NUMBERS
Scion Customer Service: 866-707-2466
Subaru Customer Service: 800-782-2783

Automotive Magazines/Websites Reporting the Issue
Automobile Magazine (2012.October)
Automotive News (2012.October.03)
AUTOWEEK (2012.October.04) | AUTOWEEK Video (2012.October.05)
Motor Trend (2012.October.04)
autoblog (2012.October.05)
Jalopnik (2012.October.03)
Torque News (2012.October.04)
egmCarTech (2012.October.07)

Forums and Other Related Threads
Toyota UK Statement (states 4% of vehicles are affected)
BRZ CEL/Idle Video | FR-S CEL/Idle Video
Early FR-S Issue and Engine Failure | Another FR-S Engine Failure | FR-S on Fire
Idle Issues Thread | RPM Fluctuation Thread | Idle Issues in UK | AVO CEL Thread
CEL Thread #1 | CEL Thread #2 | CEL Thread #3 | CEL Thread #4 | CEL Thread #5

Please post the following if you are experiencing the CEL/idle issue:
username, model, mileage of occurrence, last six of VIN (use XX for last two), status of repair [3 weeks - repaired, in shop, etc.], location [state, country, etc.]

SALES VOLUME
Total Scion FR-S sales from launch including October 2012 = 8572
Total Subaru BRZ sales from launch including October 2012 = 3120
FR-S October Sales = 1107
BRZ October Sales = 402
FR-S September sales = 1133
BRZ September sales = 508
FR-S August sales = 1913
BRZ August sales = 623
FR-S July sales = 1649
FR-S June sales = 2684

LIST OF AFFECTED VEHICLES
1. eurospeed, FR-S, 140 mi, 7075XX, 2 weeks - repaired, CT
2. TeamSweet86, BRZ, 20 mi, 6027XX, 6 weeks - repaired (3 ECUs), CA
3. danthedirt, FR-S, 2000 mi, 1 week - repaired, CA
4. Hammer, BRZ, 6026XX, CA
5. LaserMon, FR-S, 22 km, Canada
6. Vracer111, FR-S, 1100 mi, self reset CEL - clear since 1100 mi, TX
7. benzaholic, FR-S, 700 mi, 7067XX, 3 weeks - repaired, TX
8. Mr.Roboto, FR-S, 30 mi, 4 weeks - repaired, CA
9. Yruyur, FR-S, 5700 mi, repaired, AZ
10. alrashwa, FR-S, 300 mi, 7073XX, 4 weeks - repaired, WA
11. tintumz22, FR-S, 10 mi, 1 week - repaired, CA
12. Scooby_South, BRZ, WI
13. soconfoozed, BRZ, 3500 mi, 601XXX, 7 weeks 1st repair - back in shop, CA
14. oxygen, FR-S, 2700 mi, 7008XX, NE
15. siXXtoes, FR-S, 7066XX, 1 week - repaired, SD
16. Shizzaw, FR-S, 200 mi, catastrophic engine failure, CA
17. QFry, FR-S, 230 mi, self reset CEL - clear since 1130 mi, CO
18. amox, FR-S, 240 mi, CA
19. Vonsamhain, FR-S, 250 mi, 7053XX, repaired, CA
20. 01s0uljah, BRZ, 40 km, 5.5 weeks - repaired, Canada
21. STEVEOSTI, BRZ, 500 km, 6027XX, in shop, Canada
22. ShadowSeraph, FR-S, 1000 mi, WI
23. whiteout_fr-s, FR-S, 25 mi, vehicle replaced - catastrophic engine failure, MA
24. ubersoph, BRZ, WI
25. Stu_L_Tissimus, BRZ, NY
26. mark7s4, FR-S, FL
27. Tricky1980, FR-S, 76 mi, 7077XX, 3 weeks 1st repair - back in shop (2 ECUs), IA
28. Z06tofrs, FR-S, 400 mi, 7067XX, in shop - multiple repair attempts, FL
29. number1Tango, FR-S, 63 mi, 7075XX, in shop - multiple repair attempts, CA
30. egraphic, FR-S, 520 mi, 7077XX, vehicle replaced - not repaireable within acceptable time limits, CA
31. whtchocla7e, FR-S, 8 mi, 3.5 weeks - repaired, CT
32. bazi, FR-S, 25 mi, 7077XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, NC
33. choi0706, BRZ, 200 mi, 6027XX, 4 weeks - repaired (2 ECUs), TX
34. TurnOne, FR-S, 335 mi, 7079XX, vehicle replaced - catastrophic engine failure, OH
35. thejevans, FR-S, in shop, MD
36. DarkSunrise, FR-S, 120 mi, repaired, VA
37. White13frs, FR-S, 1100 mi, 7077XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, TX
38. iheartartoo, FR-S, 110 mi, 7071XX, in shop, USA
39. Christina_Marie, FR-S, 40 mi, 7073XX, 3 weeks - repaired, MA
40. 2000blk, FR-S, 100 mi, 7079XX, in shop, MI
41. gdi2290, BRZ, 717 mi, 6027XX, in shop - multiple repair attempts, CA
42. FLASCH, FR-S, 400 mi, 7078XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, CA
43. ninetysixzee, FR-S, 2000 mi, 7026XX, repaired, CA
44. governor, FR-S, 2069 km, 6 weeks - repaired, Canada
45. speedy_racer, FR-S, 335 mi, 6 weeks - repaired, NC
46. SubieNate, FR-S, 100 mi, in shop, CA
47. FBaxteR-S, FR-S, 30 km, Canada
48. elchupanebre, BRZ, 470 mi, 6025XX, vehicle replaced - engine not repairable, UT
49. griffunitt, FR-S, 150 mi, 7088XX, 3 weeks - repaired, WI
50. TemeCal, FR-S, 425 mi, 7088XX, 5 weeks - repaired (3 ECUs), CA
51. twinturba, FR-S, 1510 miles, 7059XX, CA
52. OmarGC, FR-S, 420mi, 7079XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, MO
53. regal, FR-S, 20 mi, 7074XX, PA
54. pituala, FR-S, 900 mi, 7073XX, 10.5 weeks - repaired, FL
55. KingRohan, BRZ, 800 km, 6026XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, Canada
56. CharlieChaos, FR-S, 1843 mi, 3 weeks - repaired, RI
57. Ahz, FR-S, 2100 km, 7076XX, Canada
58. 714FR-s_guy, FR-S, 1500 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, CA
59. michaelshull, FR-S, 4500 mi, 7037XX, in shop - multiple repair attempts, CA
60. Darweeezy, FR-S, 1200 mi, 7077XX, 3 weeks - repaired, CA
61. Ridenslide, FR-S, 10 mi, not purchased, NM
62. 86'ing, FR-S, 865 mi, in shop, LA
63. invaliduser, FR-S, 9 mi, 1.5 weeks - repaired, LA
64. Jar, FR-S. 2400 mi, 1 week 1st repair - back in shop (2 ECUs), AZ
65. @Art_Mighty, FR-S, 1600 mi, 7087XX, 4 weeks - repaired, IL
66. jesperswe, GT86, 0060XX, 2 weeks - repaired, Sweden
67. Chinadian, FR-S, 120 km, 4 weeks - repaired, Canada
68. FRSjeff, FR-S, 1900 mi, 7077XX, 1.5 weeks - repaired, CA
69. pixel67, FR-S, 17 mi, 7084XX, not purchased, GA
70. RedRydr, FR-S, 900 mi, 7079XX, 2 weeks - repaired, WA
71. Books, FR-S, 1400 mi, 1 week - repaired, MA
72. FT86Raven13, FR-S, 107 mi, in shop, CT
73. Eri***rummin, FR-S, 2950 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, NV
74. UbSaMrC, FR-S, 2008 mi, in shop, HI
75. NeenaChrry, FR-S, 170 mi, 7079XX, in shop, VA
76. ddarko68, FR-S, 115 mi, 7072XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, VA
77. [not on forum], GT86, 1400 km, in shop, Sweden
78. JtoshiroW, BRZ, 2400 mi, 6029XX, in shop, HI
79. Teknian_Culprate13, FR-S, 2000 mi, in shop, CA
80. phat_86, FR-S, 350 mi, 7076XX, 2.5 weeks - repaired, IL
81. ftc~brz, BRZ, 70 mi, 6032XX, 3.5 weeks - repaired, MD
82. Hawaiian, FR-S, 6325 mi, IL
83. illmatic2349, FR-S, CA
84. Alienate, FR-S, 530 mi, 7092XX, 3 weeks - repaired, NV
85. rapidcars, BRZ, 850 mi, 6029XX, engine replaced - catastrophic engine failure, NY
86. _F-R-S_, FR-S, 2700 mi, MD
87. BORGSRT, FR-S, 500 mi, vehicle caught on fire, TN
88. Sargy, FR-S, 2700 mi, 7077XX, 4 weeks - repaired, VA
89. xomp, FR-S, 2602 mi, 7065XX, 2.5 weeks - repaired, CA
90. samfrs, FR-S, 42 miles, 7076XX, 2.5 weeks - repaired, NJ
91. FRS-ti, FR-S, in shop, OH
92. TheZombi, BRZ, 500 km, in shop, Canada
93. mlrsguy1982, BRZ, 1300 mi, vehicle replaced - additional damage caused, CA
94. nutzy, BRZ, 1700 mi, in shop - engine replaced - catastrophic engine failure, MN
95. slideways, FR-S, 1250 miles, 7081XX, in shop, CA
96. miss_paula, FR-S, 1000 mi, in shop, CA
97. HATED1, FR-S, 2545 mi, 5 weeks - repaired, WA
98. Econn80, FR-S, 2 weeks - repaired, TX
99. schmickle, BRZ, vehicle replaced - engine not repairable, CA
100. Goodguy889, FR-S, 2500 mi, 7085XX, 3 weeks 1st repair - back in shop (2 ECUs), OR
101. Tengu, FR-S, 6479 mi, 7024XX, in shop, CA
102. Dezoris, FR-S, 1076 mi, 7053XX, IL
103. Wcmarshall, FR-S, 1800 mi, 7078XX, 5 weeks - repaired, TX
104. DrewZ926, FR-S, 1800 mi, 7074XX, TN
105. Mrc@ptuning, FR-S, 460 mi, in shop, VA
106. Aesthetics, FR-S, 3044 km, in shop, Canada
107. kreisinger87, FR-S, 1100 mi, 1 week - repaired, NV
108. dawnst3ar, FR-S, 2940 mi, 7080XX, 4 weeks - repaired, TX
109. AceNiNe, FR-S, 1500 mi, 7079XX, 2 weeks - repaired, NY
110. Oski, BRZ, 1025 mi, 6026XX, 4.5 weeks - repaired, CA
111. Those_Meddling_Kids, BRZ, 2025 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, CO
112. asloned, FR-S, 1988 mi, in shop, AZ
113. timotale, BRZ, 6026XX, 2.5 weeks - repaired, CA
114. boonFRS, FR-S, 2600 mi, 1 week - repaired, CA
115. eyebone, FR-S, 4012 mi, 7069XX, 3 weeks - repaired, CA
116. Rob_g, FR-S, 4500 km, 1.5 weeks - repaired, Canada
117. Gavin_Albright, FR-S, in shop, NC
118. tbertran, BRZ, 2560 mi, 6027XX, 1 week - repaired, CA
119. Le86, FR-S, 988 mi, 7094XX, 4 weeks - repaired, WA
120. brianlo622, FR-S, 1300 mi, 7096XX, 3 weeks - repaired, CA
121. neurokinetik, FR-S, 1300 mi, 7074XX, 1 week - repaired, NY
122. Boost_Junkie, BRZ, 1115 mi, 1 week - repaired, FL
123. JiB, GT86, 3000 km, Australia
124. felisa, BRZ, in shop, Canada
125. Plxdjake89, FR-S, 4495 mi, 3 weeks - repaired, CA
126. beardy, GT86, 1600 km, in shop, Sweden
127. Mark_Slide_Squad, FR-S, 2000 mi, 7082XX, 1 week - repaired, CA
128. P_Nasty, FR-S, 500 mi, in shop, FL
129. cyrus, FR-S, 540 mi, 7091XX, 5 weeks - repaired, NC
130. nomuken, GT86, 800 km, 0577XX, in shop, Luxembourg
131. hands0me, GT86, 106 km, in shop, Malaysia
132. howiedoit, FR-S, 4100 mi, 7066XX, in shop, CA
133. F1shTa1|5, FR-S, 1300 mi, 7008XX, self reset CEL - clear since 7000 mi, PA
134. Concept-Three-LED's, FR-S, 3144 mi, 3.5 weeks - repaired, NV
135. kaitak98, BRZ, 2200 mi, 6028XX, in shop, USA
136. FA20Bandit, FR-S, 3200 mi, 7082XX, in shop, CA
137. DieselxIndustry, FR-S, 800 mi, 7095XX, 1 week - repaired, IL
138. mx5_2nr, FR-S, 1710 mi, 7085XX, in shop, TX
139. alexmotrix, FR-S, 7500 km, 4 weeks - repaired, Canada
140. IceCreamMan, FR-S, 7500 mi, 7004XX, 2 weeks - repaired, FL
141. brichard0625, FR-S, 3600 mi, NY
142. ap5512, BRZ, 4917 mi, 6010XX, VA
143. wotter, GT86, 1830 km, 5388XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, Belgium
144. darnbry, FR-S, 0.5 weeks - repaired, KS
145. KrzysFR, GT86, 1400 km, 0067XX, 5 weeks - repaired, France
146. Kieranz, BRZ, 1950 mi, 6028XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, NJ
147. rthaanum, FR-S, 800 mi, 1.5 weeks - repaired, WA
148. samseed, BRZ, CA
149. Callahan, BRZ, 1300 mi, 6027XX, in shop, NC
150. SDIAZ, FR-S, 1242 mi, in shop, NJ
151. ScionFR-S, FR-S, 2400 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, NY
152. Scout27rgr, FR-S, 1326 mi, 7079XX, in shop, TX
153. ipothas, FR-S, 120 mi, in shop, MO
154. killercl0wnfish, FR-S, 3800 mi, 0.5 weeks - repaired, KY
155. silverbullet, BRZ, 2200 mi, 6035XX, 1 week - repaired, NH
156. buzzman, FR-S, 2400 mi, in shop, OK
157. traybelles, GT86, 0040XX, repaired, Australia
158. Graksthar. FR-S, 2400 mi, in shop, VA
159. mhigham, FR-S, 980 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, MI
160. v3rgil, GT86, 300 km, repaired, South Africa
161. ron_jeremy, FR-S, 40 mi, 7093XX, in shop, KS
162. M3power326, FR-S, 3208 mi, 7084XX, IL
163. MikesFRS, FR-S, 5023 mi, 7080XX, 1 week - repaired, CA
164. beardy, GT86, 987 mi, 4 weeks - repaired, Sweden
165. jmelgar23, BRZ, 2434 mi, 6029XX, in shop, NY
166. WhiteFR-S, BRZ, 987 mi, PA
167. forwallblakmail, BRZ, 5700 mi, 6017XX, PA
168. Hachi-roku, FR-S, 1893 mi, in shop, TX
169. mbaexec, FR-S, 260 mi, 7079XX , in shop, MD
170. raul, FR-S, 3893 mi, 7080XX, 1 week - repaired, FL
171. Space_Boy_Matt, BRZ, 2050 mi, 6033XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, CA
172. FoolCyclist, BRZ, 3630 mi, 6003XX, in shop, FL
173. BrewCity-FR-S, FR-S, 1523 mi, 7073XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, WI
174. SpeedmasterBRZ, BRZ, 1500 mi, 602XXX, 3 weeks - repaired, UT
175. Svx, BRZ, 1200 mi, 6035XX, 1.5 weeks - repaired, VA
176. rhysmcinerney, GT86, 1200 km, 0063XX, Australia
177. artizhay, FR-S, 3000 mi, TX
178. Jase, GT86, Australia
179. EJ33177, FR-S, 7313 mi, 7075XX, 4.5 weeks - repaired (2 ECUs), MD
180. nashsnazzy, FR-S, 2600 mi, 7076XX, in shop, TN
181. crazyfrenchbiker, FR-S, 2600 mi, 7086XX, in shop, NE
182. Curt_Aigner, FR-S, 4015 mi, 2 weeks - repaired, IL
183. WheelDude.com, FR-S, 2800 mi, in shop, CA
184. Sir_Alex, FR-S, VA
185. BCooke, BRZ, in shop, TX
186. TheSt|G, BRZ, 1050 mi, 6034XX, PA
187. AVOturboworld, FR-S, 2700 mi, WA
188. SocalBurt, FR-S, 4000 mi, in shop, CA
189. Fizzle, FR-S, 700 mi, 2.5 weeks - repaired, CA
190. Joesuede, FR-S, CA
191. Little_Red_FR-S, FR-S, 2400 mi, 0.5 weeks - repaired, NJ
192. AX_FRS, FR-S, 0.5 weeks - repaired, TX
193. ironchef, FR-S, 2300 mi, 6 weeks - repaired, GA
194. staycrushing, FR-S, CA
195. IShouldStudy, FR-S, repaired, CA
196. industrial, BRZ, 5500 mi, 6003XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, MA
197. diirk, BRZ, 3437 mi, 6032XX, CA
198. knewsom32, FR-S, TX
199. JSUB, BRZ, 1246 km, 0.5 weeks - repaired, Canada
200. BR_Zenith, BRZ, 820 mi, 6030XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, ME
201. GregV, BRZ, 3300 mi, 6020XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, NJ
202. tvpr, FR-S, 4330 mi, 7084XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, PA
203. arucard77, FR-S, 3000 mi, 0.5 weeks - repaired, FL
204. Red_Shift, BRZ, 1500 mi, 6032XX, 2 weeks - repaired, PA
205. FT86Dubai, GT86, 1100 km, 2 weeks - repaired, UAE
206. Squishy, BRZ, 4715 mi, 6029XX, TX
207. E_br4ke, FRS, 2860 mi, 0.5 weeks - repaired, TX
208. ToyToyTT, GT86, repaired, Philippines
209. tuckdaddy, FR-S, 5800 mi, 4 weeks - repaired, TX
210. ebphoto, FR-S, 7700mi, 0.5 weeks - repaired, FL
211. TurnOne (2nd car), BRZ, 6500 mi, 6034XX, OH
212. fender2819, FR-S, 0.5 weeks - repaired, PA
213. boucher, FR-S, 5984 mi, 7088XX, in shop, LA
214. skillcraft, FR-S, 2700 mi, 7074XX, in shop, CA
215. acro, GT86, 1200 km, 0.5 weeks - repaired
216. mike_ander, FR-S, 2631 mi, 7088XX, 1 week - repaired, TN
217. luscious, FR-S, 8100 mi, CA
218. Realm, FR-S, 6100 mi, MS
219. kroarke, BRZ, 8467 mi, 6009XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, FL
220. Adeets, BRZ, 7300 mi, 6031XX, 1 week - repaired, PA
221. gara3een, GT86, Jordan
222. royer23, FR-S, 2392 mi, repaired, CA
223. themanatuf, FR-S, 8415 mi, 7089XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, FL
224. DTM, FR-S, 4000 mi, 7092XX, 1 day - repaired, VA
225. MVJ1975, FR-S, 9100 mi, 7012XX, 2 weeks - repaired, VA
226. xfire0384, FR-S, 5400 mi, 7078XX, 1 day - repaired, CA
227. jupillam, FR-S, in shop, CA
228. typeray12, BRZ, 300 mi, 6029XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, CA
229. firehawk, GT86, 4043 km, 0068XX, 1 week - repaired, Finland
230. JDMrolla, FR-S, in shop, VA
231. mvpstigma, FR-S, 2700 mi, 7080XX, in shop, VA
232. rawr, FR-S, 10100 mi, 7070XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, CA
233. lowellm, BRZ, 1200 mi, 6032XX, 0.5 weeks - repaired, WA
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[BRZnut]

Any details on the "blown motor" ??

[regal]

My dealer is calling the Scion CEL/idle/ECU issue a recal, I did get a ltter in the mail. Unfortunately they expect me to wait for the to replace the ECU , they said no loaner cars for Scion warranty, is that true? never heard of that before. I've already had it up there once and all they did was reset the ECU. Got inspection coming up in a couple months may just leave it for them to deal with it then. My understanding is this isse is purely a reporting error and not mechanical so I'm incined to drive it. Only concern is passing the ODBII yearly emission check.

[Coastermikey]

well heres my story, two days ago i go to start my car up in the morning. everything is fine let her warm up in all. get down to end of my court and it starts shaking and it stalls. had trouble starting up the first couples times i tried and then it finally worked. ok so i shut it down and tried to replicate what i was feeling and it starts up fine the next few times. hmmm. started on my journey to work, and about 15 min down the road CEL comes on along with slip light. Car still feels normal until i come to a complete stop, it idles rough. Get to work called the dealership and told them i was bringing the car in with the issues. At the end of the day I get in and the car has no trouble starting up but the lights are still on. I take it easy leaving the army base that i work at and get stuck in the bumper to bumper traffic as usual. As I sit there waiting for traffic to move, I creep up closer to the car infront of me and the car stalls again. drifted into the shoulder i shut her down and tried to start it back up. The starter goes and Boom I hear a clanking noise and there is now smoking coming from under the hood. i get out and there is also oil draining very rapidly from underneath. dealership towed my car back.

only news i got from the dealership is that some how a cam broke through the valve cover and that they will begin a tear down next week. but because i do my own oil changes, they're trying to say that "it may have been caused do to lack of scheduled service" since they have no record of me bringing the car there for oil changes. such bs, you can only imagine what im going through at the moment.

Originally Posted by BRZnut

Any details on the "blown motor" ??