- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012 Scion xB, 2008-2009 Lexus IS-F, 2007-2012 Yaris and Lexus ES350, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 2006-2012 Lexus IS250 and IS350 and 2010-2015 Lexus IS250C and IS350C vehicles. These vehicles had their driver or passenger frontal air bag inflators previously replaced under a prior recall using inflators of the same design. The inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front passenger airbag sub-assembly and inflator. The recall began November 20, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Toyota's numbers for this recall are J0A, J0B, and J0C. Lexus' numbers for this recall are JLI, JLJ, and JLK.
Vehicle safety record
2011 Scion XB Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 54 complaints about the 2011 Scion XB with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (41) and the engine & cooling (8). Those complaints describe 4 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in October 2019 for the inflator module. For comparison, the 2010 has 0 and the 2012 has 46.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical XB year, for its age
#121 most complained-about 2011 vehicle
- Complaints
- 54
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 4
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 3
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2011 Scion XB problems
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2011 Scion XB recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Toyota is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS250, IS350, 2011-2016 4Runner, 2011-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2011-2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, 2011-2017 Lexus GX460, and 2011-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Toyota is also recalling certain 2010-2013 Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Lexus IS350, 2010-2016 4Runner, 2010-2013 Lexus IS250, 2010-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2010-2017 Lexus GX460, 2010-2014 Lexus IS-F, and 2010-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for this recall are "Zone A" Toyota: G0P, Lexus: GLG; "Zone B" Toyota: G0R, Lexus GLH; "Zone C" Toyota: H0A, and Lexus: HLA.
- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016 Scion tC vehicles. Over time, the brake hoses in these kits may fatigue and fail.
- The risk
- Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify all known owners of the Scion xB and Scion tC vehicles upon which an involved optional TRD Brake Kit could have been installed. If the vehicle is equipped with one of the TRD brake kits, it will be replaced with a standard equipment brake kit, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0U.
- The problem
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2009-2011 Toyota Corolla and Corolla Matrix, 2006-2011 Toyota Yaris, Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, Lexus IS250C, Lexus IS350C and Lexus GX460, 2011 Sienna, 2007-2011 Lexus ES350, and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 Scion xB and Lexus IS F, 2007-2008 Toyota Yaris, 2006-2008 Lexus IS250 and Lexus IS350 and 2007-2008 Lexus ES350 vehicles, originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Vehicles of these model years and models that were not originally sold or ever registered in either Zones A or B are not subject to this safety recall. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- The risk
- An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will contact the Pontiac owners. Depending on the model, dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator or the air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on December 6, 2016. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's numbers for interim notification for this campaign are G1P (Toyota Zone A), G1R (Toyota Zone B), G2G (Lexus Zone A), and G2H (Lexus Zone B). Toyota's numbers for final remedy for this campaign are G0P (Toyota Zone A), G0R (Toyota Zone B), GLG (Lexus Zone A), and GLH (Lexus Zone B).
- The problem
- Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- The risk
- If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- The fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
- The problem
- Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013 Scion FR-S, 2011 Scion XD, 2011 Scion XB, and 2012 Scion TC vehicles. These vehicles were sold with labels that were outside the allowable one percent of accuracy of actual weight added. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) Number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- The risk
- An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
- The fix
- Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at 1-800-301-6859.
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54 complaints about the 2011 Scion XB
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners. Page 1 of 3.
I purchased my 2011Scion XB 09/08/2010 and in the last 12 months, my scion XB has been burning oil extremely fast. I have to add oil to the vehicle approximately every 4-5 weeks. I've taken it to the the Toyota dealership and was advised that the only way to fix the issue is by getting a new engine. Also, every time I break, there is a grinding sound even if with new break pads, and the steering column shakes. The tires sensors have malfunctioned because even after having the tires professionally replaced or filled, the light never goes off. Lastly, the vehicle door sensors are also not working properly.
The steering becomes hard to control after being on the highway for around 40-60 mins. It is hard to keep the vehicle on track because the steering is "sticky" and it takes more force to keep the vehicle in its lane, hence we wander within the lane and appear to be either drunk or not in full control. The problem is intermittent but does occur at various degrees on any given day. We are afraid there will be an accident when we cannot control correctly.
Defective rear hatch latch. Frequently shows to be unlatched despite being latched. Can't tell if a door is unlatched since it is one indicator for all doors on the instrument panel. Happens most frequently when hot or if the sun shines on rear of car. Indicates unlatched parked or in motion.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000(air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were not available. Fiore toyota (1000 s logan blvd, hollidaysburg, pa 16648, (814) 247-0102) was contacted and stated that parts were not available and they did not know when they would be available. The manufacturer was also contacted and confirmed that parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
"Oil comp recall" went to my local toyota dealership talked to the assti service manager and was told I could not do the recall there that I would have to go back to the place that first tested it. I bought the car and it was tested in alabama I live in fl. Went to the toyota dealership and they said it was in final stages that they juat have to preform the recall the final step. Which is the work. The assti manager was very very rude and told me id have to go to alabama to get it done. I am losibg atleaat 2 qts or...
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more of oil every 2 weeks. This is causing alot of issues running wise. My cat converter went out due to this as well. I want to get it done as soon as possible cause I have a little girl and its my daily and I dont want something to happen.
I was driving 65mph on the freeway sounded like parts of the engine were falling out of the car. Immediately exited the freeway. The car died. My son and I pushed the smoking vehicle 200 feet to a apartment complex entrance. The vehicle then ignited in flames, and I called 911.
Tl* the contact owned a 2011 scion xb. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed. As a result, the contact rear ended another vehicle. The air bags deployed. The contact suffered a minor ear injury that did not require medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed and deemed totaled by the contact's insurance company. The contact called an auto finance company, but they did not assist. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 153,000. The vin was unknown.
I believe what happened to my car is related to the problem described in tsb no. Sb0024-11r2. Https://www.Cars.Com/articles/2007-2015-scion-tc-xb-piston-issue-1420682965001/. A friend who sells cars sent me that link sat july 21. I had no prior knowledge such an issue existed and that bulletin was dated 12.22.2015. About 2 weeks ago, my car suddenly started having problems accelerating from the moment I turned it on and pulled away from the curb and throughout the day driving mostly on city streets. (95% Of...
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my driving is on city streets a short distance from home. I am a professional dog walker and pick up clients' dogs and take them to city parks for off leash walks & hikes). After a few days of this, I called sf toyota in daly city where I have brought my car in for regular servicing the entire time since purchase in march 2014. I had to wait over a week for the soonest appointment the day I brought my car in, it started smoking on the freeway and shut off. I called a tow truck. 2 Days later, on friday july 25, 2018, toyota informed me there was a hole in my engine and they have no idea how it could have gotten there. I went in the following day to retrieve belongings from my car and spoke with service manager ray. He showed me the hole and a part of my engine that came off and was found under the hood somewhere, causing the hole- the connecting rod. The connecting rod was goughed up pretty badly and I saw another piece of it stuck down somewhere. The hole had what looked like metal shavings in it and I asked if that was why the rod was goughed up and if that's what the metal shavings were from and ray nodded yes and said most likely yes. He told me if I wanted to try and get any assistance from toyota, I would have to pay $2-3k to have them remove and inspect my engine and that there would be no guarantee they would help.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v3400000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called bill wright toyota at (661) 398-8697 (5100 gasoline alley dr, bakersville, ca 93313) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact then called north bakersfield...
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toyota at (661) 615-1100 (19651 industry pkwy dr, bakersfield, ca 93308) where it was also confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called maita toyota of sacramento (2500 auburn blvd, sacramento, ca 95821 (800) 640-6248) where it was confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Takata recall. Have received several notices, but my local dealership says my vehicle is not yet been supplied with replacement parts. Toyota recommends that no one ride in the front passenger seat. The vehicle is now 6 years old and 100,000 + miles. Nhrsa recall 16v-340.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Michael toyota in fresno, california was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that there would be a projected remedy for the recall by september of 2017. In addition, the manufacturer provided the contact with case number: 1707261577. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
No air bag replacements available since recall notice
Takata recall toyota is not doing enough to expedite the recall of the affected vehicles. It has been over a year since I received a recall notice for the passenger airbag and it's still listed as having no remedy available even though I am listed in a priority zone a. This is ridiculous. Nhtsa, please pressure toyota and takata into expediting this dangerous and life threatening recall for the sake of everybody's safety.
Takata recall. My scion xb is main car for use with my children and family. It's used as means of transportation to and from school. I was informed of the recall last year and still have not heard on when this will get fixed. It is a major safety concern especially when I'm transporting children and it is impossible to not go anywhere without using the passenger side since all seats are being used when driving with family. I feel the recall has not been handled in a timely manner and I fear for what may happen if...
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an accident does take place. It is said that drivers should arrange to have airbags replaced as soon as possible however I have not been contacted nor can I find any info on when my make and model will have this issue solved.
" Takata recall" I do not feel comfort driving this car ,with a defective airbag. I have tried to get a car from toyota,they tell me that ,i have to get one from enterprise.I do not use credit card,is there anyway ,i could get a loaner car until the airbag is fix.This has been going for over year now.I need transportation.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags); however, the part needed for the repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to toyota of el cajon located in santee, ca, but the part for the repair was not available. There was no solution for the air bag replacement. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms part not available.
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer advised the contact to start the process for a loaner vehicle until the parts became available. The dealer (don mcgill toyota, 11800 katy fwy, houston, tx 77079, (281) 496-2000) did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer was...
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contacted and could not provide an estimated date for when the contacts vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact was not experiencing a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. Longstanding recall that has not been resolved and I am worried about the safety of myself and family, living in riverview fl 33578.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received a letter from the manufacturer regarding excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that he changed the oil himself and discovered that the vehicle was missing two quarts of oil. The vehicle was taken to jeff wyler toyota of clarksville (808 e lewis and clark pkwy, clarksville, in 47129 (812) 284-2277) where an oil consumption test was performed. The results showed no excessive oil consumption issue. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer several months later for a routine oil change and it was discovered that the oil was two quarts low. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 63,248.
TAKATA RECALL NOT FIXED
"Takata recall". 2011 Xb traveling south on collier parkway. Accelerated to approximately 45 mph. From parkway. Older dodge van in front slams on brakes. I slam on brakes and 2011 xb exhibits instantaneous acceleration. Coming up on back of dodge van swerve left onto raised median. Trees in median 2011 xb still accelerating going down into northbound lanes. Coming up on 2005 chevy astro van. We both swerve and driver side rear corner of each vehicle collide. 2011 Scion xb now back on median. 2011 Scion xb still...
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accelerating coming up on intersection of weeks blvd. And collier parkway. 2015 Hyundai santa fe enters intersection on green from weeks blvd. Heading nothbound. 2011 Scion xb still accelerating enters intersection and strikes 2015 hyundai santa fe. Front of 2011 scion xb hits driver side of 2015 hyundai sante fe. 201 Scion xb takata airbag deploys. Metal skins driver's nose. Scion driver sustains;bruised ribs, fractured left knee with torn miniscus, bruised right knee torn cartilage. Hyundai santa fe driver sustains head injury on right side.2011 Scion xb totalled. On salvage hold geico salvage lot tampa florida. Driver of 2011 scion xb issued citations "careless driving" and "failure to stop at steady red signal" by fhp officer,. Scion xb driver requested drug/alcohol test. Refused by fhp officer. The events relayed above happened within seconds. Driver caught off guard/stunned by vehicle response. Concentrated on steering vehicle away from collisions. 2011 Scion xb recently purchased and still under warranty from carmax tampa florida. One week prior to accident, 2011 scion xb was in carmax service due to engine oil overfill by 1 inch on dipstick.
Takata recall - still waiting and I'm toyota's 'zone a'. It's been a year since toyota recommended that I do not operate this vehicle with an occupant in the front passenger seat. How much longer do I have to make payments on only a part of a vehicle?
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 scion xb. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags). The part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Takata recall. I was notified almost a year ago about the pending recall, but nothing has been done about fixing my vehicle since. I am concerned about the hazard of injury or death while driving this vehicle.
Scion XB: every year compared
All XB years2011 Scion XB vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Scion XB | 54 | 6 | F | |
| 2011 Scion TC | 29 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 2011 Scion XD | 3 | 1 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2011 Scion XB
Does the 2011 Scion XB have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2011 Scion XB: inflator module (October 2019); inflator module (January 2019); service brakes, hydraulic (September 2018); inflator module (May 2016) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Scion XB?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (41), engine & cooling (8), brakes (3).
How many complaints has the 2011 Scion XB had?
54 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 2, 2010 and the latest on December 6, 2023. Of these, 4 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 3 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2011 Scion XB a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 16 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Scion XB year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Scion XB years have the most complaints?
2008 (339), 2006 (253), 2009 (140). See every Scion XB year compared.
What should I do if my 2011 Scion XB has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data