I picked up my '14 FRS almost 2 weeks ago currently at 1400KM's and have noticed the following issues:
-Chirping when using 94, not so much with 91
-Audible knock under load for the first hundred KM's which I suspect might have been from poor quality fuel from dealer ( I worked for different car dealerships for years and know sometimes the part-time detailers don't always follow the recommeded fuel ) haven't heard since I put in my own gas.
-Rattle from cluster/dash area especially when hot outside and inside temps are much, much lower ( Suspect change in temps and contraction rates of materials inside changing ) If pressure applied to cluster and trim noise gone - needs felt tape fix
-Cold transmission 2nd gear is tricky but fine when warm
-Idle not smooth but not rough ( Not smooth compared to a Honda, but seems normal for a boxer - Owned many WRX's and Impreza's and boxers aren't smooth )
-When driving/cruising and series of bumps on road I feel a rattle through column and floor, seems worse in warmer weather or after driving for awhile ( Feels like possible chassis sway bar bushings too much play )
-Really annoying paint chip and sharp pinch on bottom of drivers door seam - Appears issue from factory as there is no damage on body side which would be the case if something got caught in door when shut.
I have to admit that I'm really anal when it comes to my belongings and suffer from serious OCD. Working in service at a busy Honda dealer and VW dealer for years I have dealt with all sorts of gripes, complaints and problems with customers cars when new and Honda makes a really great product with very little issues but nonetheless they still have problems, VW on the other hand...
I couldn't believe the issues they had on new vehicles, specifically those made in Mexico. I would never spend the money VW wants on those vehicles considering how poorly assembled they are.
This being said, regardless of the issues I have with my FRS I consider them minor when I look at all of its strong points and price. I LOVE THIS CAR and most of the problems the dealer will solve or I will with replacement of upgraded parts evetually anyways. What it rewards me with smiles on a daily basis I'm pleased overall.
PS. From working in service for awhile, if you have issues with your car, document them with notes and pictures/video. Book an appointment with the dealer, be prepared to leave the car, be assertive, but don't be a ****. If the issues are difficult to explain take the tech for a ride and always, always be the customer who brings coffee (Trust me, small gestures like this go a long way)