2013 Scion FR-S Valve Spring Replacement Recall

[ndsleep612]

Originally Posted by subaru

Jesus, what dealer cross threaded a spark plug hole? This is why everyone hates dealers and 2013 owners hates subaru for the recall.

It's worse for the FR-S/GT86 owners that have to deal with inept Toyota mechanics. Most of the cars that had blown motors were on the Toyota side.

[ruzzmon]

Originally Posted by kster1

I just called Livermore Subaru and made an appt for late March. They are saying that they are still waiting for parts however to perform the recalls.

How did it go? I have a BRZ under recall and can't register until it's done. Livermore is close to my work so that's a good option (whenever we start back up) OR does anyone else have any recommendations in SF (Serremonte?).

Thanks!

[sfruski]

Originally Posted by ruzzmon

How did it go? I have a BRZ under recall and can't register until it's done. Livermore is close to my work so that's a good option (whenever we start back up) OR does anyone else have any recommendations in SF (Serremonte?).

Thanks!

SF Toyota did mine with a JRSC attached. They did it fast, and no issues at all.

[ruzzmon]

Originally Posted by sfruski

SF Toyota did mine with a JRSC attached. They did it fast, and no issues at all.

Thanks! I have a BRZ though... Anyone got any suggestions for Subaru dealers? Seems unlikely I'll get the recall done before my plates expire at this point due to shelter in place.

[BAT_BRZ]

Originally Posted by ruzzmon

Thanks! I have a BRZ though... Anyone got any suggestions for Subaru dealers? Seems unlikely I'll get the recall done before my plates expire at this point due to shelter in place.

I did mine at Fremont Subaru about 2 months ago. They did try to say I had aftermarket parts which inhibited how fast it would have been done, but, before I could even talk to them about it, they said they had Subaru USA cover the extra hours. (Which was true, Versus splitter is more difficult to remove)

As far as the recall went, no problems. Drove it for 200 miles, tracked the car at Thunder Hill West, and have driven another 200 miles. Just check your engine bay after they do the service because I found my AC top off cap still sitting on my shock tower. But I'll take that over failed recall performance!

They also have to do a recall on my new 2019 Impreza (Subaru is 2/2 on engine recalls with me at this point) and have a free pick up and drop off service for recalls right now. You can get it scheduled, they will pick up the car and return it, no charge. I just need to schedule it.

Not saying they are perfect, but they have done right by me and I appreciate that.

Edit: Turn around time was 1 week.

[ruzzmon]

Originally Posted by BAT_BRZ

I did mine at Fremont Subaru about 2 months ago. They did try to say I had aftermarket parts which inhibited how fast it would have been done, but, before I could even talk to them about it, they said they had Subaru USA cover the extra hours. (Which was true, Versus splitter is more difficult to remove)

As far as the recall went, no problems. Drove it for 200 miles, tracked the car at Thunder Hill West, and have driven another 200 miles. Just check your engine bay after they do the service because I found my AC top off cap still sitting on my shock tower. But I'll take that over failed recall performance!

They also have to do a recall on my new 2019 Impreza (Subaru is 2/2 on engine recalls with me at this point) and have a free pick up and drop off service for recalls right now. You can get it scheduled, they will pick up the car and return it, no charge. I just need to schedule it.

Not saying they are perfect, but they have done right by me and I appreciate that.

Edit: Turn around time was 1 week.

Wow that sounds amazing, thanks so much for the feedback and tips! I checked around if any of the other bay area dealers were providing the free pick up and it looks like no - I'll probably call them tomorrow and see if they're willing to come to SF. Alternatively could ask if I can get a loaner car as well during the service. I feel better taking a look at the car before it even rolls off the lot (e.g. scratches, dents, and missing caps in the engine bay!)

[strat61caster]

Melody Toyota is closer to you and they gave me a loaner through Hertz. I sent brandon.chang@melodytoyota.com an email and he was great to work with. All the dealerships should give you a loaner.

Did mine back in early December, car runs as strong as it did before.

[jaime3]

anyone know a place that will do it for a frs rather than a brz. im stuck in this situation too

[TommyW]

Originally Posted by jaime3

anyone know a place that will do it for a frs rather than a brz. im stuck in this situation too

Irvine Toyota. Fast and did a great job. They're well versed on the repair.

[jaime3]

Originally Posted by TommyW

Irvine Toyota. Fast and did a great job. They're well versed on the repair.

so they work with people who are FI?

[Bach415]

Originally Posted by jaime3

so they work with people who are FI?

I'd probably recommended a reputable shop to at least take off your FI first. The dealership will either not do the work or charge you an arm and leg to take it off and put it back on (probably incorrectly as well). Got to keep in mind that the whole engine has to come out for this recall.

[finch1750]

Originally Posted by jaime3

anyone know a place that will do it for a frs rather than a brz. im stuck in this situation too

If I was in SoCal my first try would be Longo Toyota

[jaime3]

Originally Posted by finch1750

If I was in SoCal my first try would be Longo Toyota

Ill call them, im currently stationed in virginia so im trying to make this process as easy as I can for my wife since she'll have to take it in for me. ill give them a call and see what they tell me

[TommyW]

Originally Posted by jaime3

so they work with people who are FI?

they may. Call Ron who heads the service Dept