BRZ/FR-S Gunma plant aware of these Solenoid, Cam, CEL problems? - Page 2 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

If_TheShoe_Fitz · 08-30-2012, 11:33 PM

Considering most of the occurrences are centralized to a series of dealers in particular areas (ie, primo/hammer & 3 from this dealership and 4 from that dealership, its hard to imagine the problem is as "wide spread" as its made out to be). Potentially 40 cars chronologically produced with a defective part unforeseen by the quality checks currently in-place?! Just saying its a possibility.
I understand the frustration the issue could bring, but then again, we all assumed that risk buying a first year model.
No discount to the people who have the issue, but this forum has shown there are numerous people who don't know the difference between the car warming up, and an actual problem. Therefore, the percentage potentially affected is likely low, so the masses have nothing to fear. To calm those worried even more, this isn't some mythical creature... It's a fucking engine, it will get straightened out.

vubaru · 08-31-2012, 12:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaJoian

I am just as paranoid as you are my friend. I have been driving it everyday to rack up some KMs/Miles just because if anything were to happen, I want it to happen sooner rather than later after warranty. Currently a little over 1000 KM on the clock; That's all I'm going to say... don't want to jinx myself. lol

Needless to say...it really does feel like it's a ticking time bomb from reading all these problems.

Well said. Stole the words right out of my keyboard. I also feel like I jinxed myself by just posting in or reading this thread, lol jk.

I rest assured knowing that hopefully, Subaru will stand by its warranty as it has for me with other models and address any issues until they are fixed for good. Most owners with the CEL issue aren't experiencing catastrophic engine failure, although there are a few.

SubieNate · 08-31-2012, 02:05 AM

I know Subaru in the past has even fixed cars out of warranty for free if the issue is a well known manufacturing fault. Hopefully this achieves this kind of status IF it is a case of some failing sooner, others later, but all will fail eventually.

TPO · 08-31-2012, 05:49 PM

We have a MT whiteout in the shop as we speak. If the solenoids don't fix the problems new vvti gears have to be ordered.

Touge Monster · 09-03-2012, 01:43 PM

Hi there I work at a dealer and I just thought I would let you guys know that gunma is very aware of what's going on. The engine of a board members original car was replaced recently and the old engine was sent directly to the gunma factory to be fully inspected. Rest assured that both Toyota and Subaru are taking any and all problems with this vehicle very seriously. I was talking with one of the field inspectors and they are all as excited about this car as we are but unfortunately due to limited supply of parts some of the fixes might take some time.

TanMan · 09-03-2012, 01:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Touge Monster

Hi there I work at a dealer and I just thought I would let you guys know that gunma is very aware of what's going on. The engine of a board members original car was replaced recently and the old engine was sent directly to the gunma factory to be fully inspected. Rest assured that both Toyota and Subaru are taking any and all problems with this vehicle very seriously. I was talking with one of the field inspectors and they are all as excited about this car as we are but unfortunately due to limited supply of parts some of the fixes might take some time.

that is definitely reassuring to know! Thanks

_F-R-S_ · 09-03-2012, 02:49 PM

why im having problem engaging 5th gear.. clutch all the way down.. and it grinds.

KingRohan · 09-04-2012, 10:14 AM

New member picked up my BRZ last week Wednesday and almost at 800km, and she totally stalled out and now have CEL and Solid Traction control light on.

zc06_kisstherain · 09-04-2012, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KingRohan

New member picked up my BRZ last week Wednesday and almost at 800km, and she totally stalled out and now have CEL and Solid Traction control light on.

choi0706 · 12-17-2012, 02:19 PM

bump? anyone know if the plant is doing anything different? other than the new ecu/reflash?

sw20kosh · 11-18-2015, 08:44 PM

Keep getting a P000C with a dipping idle.... 2015 car with 8k miles....

Anyone know if this is easily fixable?

11-18-2015, 08:44 PM	#25
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If_TheShoe_Fitz Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Drives: 2013 GBS Subaru BRZ Limited Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 37 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Considering most of the occurrences are centralized to a series of dealers in particular areas (ie, primo/hammer & 3 from this dealership and 4 from that dealership, its hard to imagine the problem is as "wide spread" as its made out to be). Potentially 40 cars chronologically produced with a defective part unforeseen by the quality checks currently in-place?! Just saying its a possibility. I understand the frustration the issue could bring, but then again, we all assumed that risk buying a first year model. No discount to the people who have the issue, but this forum has shown there are numerous people who don't know the difference between the car warming up, and an actual problem. Therefore, the percentage potentially affected is likely low, so the masses have nothing to fear. To calm those worried even more, this isn't some mythical creature... It's a fucking engine, it will get straightened out.

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Touge Monster Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: 85 AE86 Hatch, 92 SW20 , 13 GT86 Location: San Francisco Posts: 317 Thanks: 149 Thanked 97 Times in 61 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Hi there I work at a dealer and I just thought I would let you guys know that gunma is very aware of what's going on. The engine of a board members original car was replaced recently and the old engine was sent directly to the gunma factory to be fully inspected. Rest assured that both Toyota and Subaru are taking any and all problems with this vehicle very seriously. I was talking with one of the field inspectors and they are all as excited about this car as we are but unfortunately due to limited supply of parts some of the fixes might take some time.

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choi0706 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: t Location: United States Posts: 446 Thanks: 14 Thanked 56 Times in 36 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	bump? anyone know if the plant is doing anything different? other than the new ecu/reflash?

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