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2002-2015 · 14 model years

Scion XB Problems by year

Owners have filed 865 complaints about the Scion XB across 14 model years, and it has 22 recalls. The 2008 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (339), while 2003 has far fewer than a typical year. The most reported problem area is the airbags, followed by the visibility & wipers.

Most complaints for its age2008339 complaints · 9 recallsSee the 2008
Complaints
865
Recalls
22
Crashes
75
Fires
19
Injuries
57
Deaths
2

XB complaints by model year

Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
20156321BrakesC
20149310AirbagsB
201314322Engine & coolingC
201246453AirbagsF
201154641AirbagsF
20100800-C
200914011125AirbagsF
20083399307AirbagsF
20073510AirbagsC
200625311180Visibility & wipersF
20050700-B
20040600-B
20031200Wheels & tiresA
20020100-A

Most common XB problems

Scion XB recalls 22

Latest XB complaints

2012 Scion XBSuspensionBody, doors & structure

My wife and I were driving down the road and all of a sudden we heard a very loud bang and attempted to maintain control of the vehicle. The pavement was smooth free of any imperfections. I was able to pull the vehicle off the road. Upon reviewing the vehicle I noticed the passenger side rear wheel completely lodged into the wheel well. I had no indication that this was going to occur. We are fortunate this didn't happen on the highway as the outcome would have been alot different.

Filed Incident Suspension · StructureNHTSA 11775298
2013 Scion XBEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Scion XB. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption, requiring approximately 5 quarts of oil to be added every 1,000 miles. The low oil pressure warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an oil consumption test was performed, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not exhibiting excessive oil consumption. The contact received notification of a Warranty Enhancement Program: ZE7 (Excessive Engine...

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Oil Consumption). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the warranty had expired in 2016. Additionally, based on online research, the contact associated the failure with low-tension piston rings. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone and informed the contact that a voluntary coverage had previously been provided to affected vehicles. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11766757
2013 Scion XBEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Scion XB. The contact stated while her daughter was driving or idling, the driver noticed an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was parked at the residence. The failure mileage was approximately 41,500.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11741808
2006 Scion XBSteeringCrash1 injury

changed from outside lane to inside lane, when I tried to turn right to stay in the middle lane the steering wheel locked sending me into the left hand turn lane and then into a car that was in the next lane, hitting their left rear tire. I told the insurance adjuster about the issue, he told me they would have the car checked, but I don't think he or my insurance company had the car issue inspected or investigated. The accident seemed minor, but the other party is claiming bodily injury. Maybe you guys can see who has the car and get it checked. I have tried asking the Auction company who bought the car, but they would not release that information to me.

Filed Incident Steering · Unknown or otherNHTSA 11739470
2012 Scion XBBody, doors & structure

Driver was traveling at 75 mph when the hood suddenly released. Both latches failed and the hood flew up against the windshield with enough force to crease the hood and dent the roof. Inside the vehicle, the done light and the rear view mirror were knocked loose. Incident occurred at night with no other traffic on the road and Driver was able to pull over without further incident. If there had been other vehicles, the sudden lack of visibility would likely have resulted in a crash.

Filed Incident Structure · Latches / locks / linkagesNHTSA 11739309
2006 Scion XBSteeringCrash

Was changing lanes from the outside lane to middle lane, when I tried to turn the steering wheel to the right it locked and the car continued straight, crossing the left hand turn lane and it collided with another vehicle in the next lane. After the car came to a stop I again tried turning the steering wheel both Left and right and it wouldn't move. After the car was turned off and restarted the steering wheel would turn left of right. I believe the mechanism that connects from the ignition to the steering wheel...

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must have released while I was driving - locking the steering wheel preventing me from turning the car and avoiding the accident. I asked the insurance adjuster to have the car checked for this issue and he said they would, but I think they ignored me and now the car has been actioned of last July. When I asked the auction company who bought it and told them about the issue, they refused to tell me any information about it. If you can. Please have the car checked and email me what you find.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11739099

Questions about the Scion XB

Which Scion XB years have the most problems?

By the number of complaints owners filed with NHTSA: 2008 (339), 2006 (253), 2009 (140). Allowing for how long each has been on the road, the 2008 stands out most. Complaint counts also rise with sales, so compare years of the same model rather than different models.

Which Scion XB years have the fewest complaints?

Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2002, 2003, 2004 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other XB years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.

What are the most common Scion XB problems?

Across every model year, owners report problems with the airbags (290), visibility & wipers (197), engine & cooling (101) most often.

How many recalls does the Scion XB have?

NHTSA lists 22 recalls across all Scion XB model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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