Scion XD problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 17 owner complaints and 6 recalls on file for the Scion XD (2006–2014).

Complaints
17
Recalls
6
Model years
8
Worst year
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Complaints by model year

200642008420093201022011120121201322014
NHTSA complaints per Scion XD model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every Scion XD model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2014 XD20200Engine
2013 XD10000Steering
2012 XD10000Electrical System
2011 XD20001Suspension
2010 XD30004Body & Structure
2009 XD40005Electrical System
2008 XD40004Suspension
2006 XD00001—

Most common Scion XD problem areas (all years)

  • Suspension
    6 complaints
  • Electrical System
    4 complaints
  • Engine
    2 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    1 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    1 complaints
  • Steering
    1 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints
  • Wheels & Tires
    1 complaints
  • Driver Assistance & Safety Tech
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

2023
Complaints about the Scion XD received by NHTSA each month.

Scion XD recalls

  • Recall 15V689000Oct 22, 20151,814,284 vehiclesModel years 2009–2010

    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.

  • Recall 14V169000Apr 9, 2014472,388 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: If the spring breaks, the seat may not lock in position. In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat could move increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

  • Recall 13V123000Apr 9, 20137,525 vehiclesModel years 2011

    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.

  • Recall 12V491000Oct 10, 20122,519,424 vehiclesModel years 2008–2009

    Risk: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.

  • Recall 10V035000Feb 3, 2010271,417 vehiclesModel years 2006–2010

    Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.

  • Recall 10V036000Feb 3, 2010153,418 vehiclesModel years 2008–2010

    Risk: A driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash.

Other Scion models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology