Engine
1.5L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 92 of 92 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 59 of 92 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Body & structure
24 complaint records1 crash report
"THE REAR TRUCK RELEASE OF THE SCION XB'S FAIL FOUR TIMES SINCE PURCHASE IN 2005 AND TOYOTA SAYS ITS NOT THEIR FAULT. *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse body & structure parts in the directory →
Glass & wipers
16 complaint records
"SPONTANEOUS CRACK ON WINDSHIELD OF MY XB SCION. IT HAS BEEN CRACKED OUT OF MY FIELD OF VISION FOR OVER A YEAR, AND THEN JUST A FEW WEEKS BACK IT CRACK ALL THE WAY ACROSS! *TR..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse glass & wipers parts in the directory →
Air bags
15 complaint records8 crash reports
"CARFAX REPORTS THE VEHICLE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. HOW DO I KNOW IF DEFECTIVE TAKATA AIR BAGS WHERE INSTALLED DURING REPAIRS?..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10V035000 | Equipment | GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. | Normally free |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-PANT-2024-004- Mar 2024 | Engine And Engine Cooling | This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete Maintenance Care (TCMC) website. | |
| S-SB-0015-14 Rev May 2015 | Engine | SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-SB-0005-15 May 2015 | Equipment | SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts. | |
| S-SB-0023-11 Rev Apr 2015 | Electrical System | SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. | |
| S-SB-0003-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Wheels | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. |
Show 35 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-SB-0024-14 Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. | |
| S-SB-0020-11 Rev Oct 2014 | Power Train | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14. | |
| S SB 0024 14A Oct 2014 | Power Train | Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions | |
| S-SB-0017-14 Rev Jul 2014 | Equipment | TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. | |
| S-SB-0017-14 Jul 2014 | Equipment | TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. | |
| S SB 0017 14A Jul 2014 | Electrical System | Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset | |
| S-SB-0015-14 Jun 2014 | Electrical System | TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-SB-0003-10 Rev Jun 2014 | Unknown Or Other | TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. | |
| S-TT-0059-13 Jan 2014 | Air Bags | Scion vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. | |
| S-SB-0042-13 Dec 2013 | Visibility/Wiper | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0037-11 Rev Nov 2013 | Air Bags | All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Scion may affect side airbag... | |
| S-TT-0075-13 Oct 2013 | Visibility | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0020-11 Oct 2013 | Power Train | The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. | |
| S-TT-0069-13 Sep 2013 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0069-13 Aug 2013 | Equipment | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-TT-0032-11 Rev Jul 2013 | Equipment | Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only. | |
| S-TT-0032-11 Rev May 2013 | Tires | Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations. | |
| S-SB-0019-13 May 2013 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0036-08 Rev Apr 2013 | Visibility | If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. | |
| TC-13-007 Mar 2013 | Structure | TOYOTA: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A WARRANTY ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM IS EXTENDED TO COVER BACK DOOR GARNISH THAT LOOSEN OR CAN BREAK WITH CONTINUOUS USAGE. MODELS 2005-2010 TC, 2004-2006 XB. *PE | |
| POL13-01 Mar 2013 | Structure | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| ZTW Region Lette Mar 2013 | Equipment | In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles | |
| ZTW Dealer Lette Mar 2013 | Equipment | In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles | |
| ZTW WEP Mar 2013 | Structure | Scion has received some reports where the Back Dorr Garnish may loosen. In certain cases, continued usage of the loose garnish could result in breakage of the Back Door Garnish | |
| S-SB-0012-13 Mar 2013 | Structure | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| S-SB-0003-10 Rev Jan 2013 | Electrical System | Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. | |
| S-SB-0023-11 Rev Jan 2013 | Electrical System | When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. | |
| S-TT-0059-13 Jan 2013 | Air Bags | Scion vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. | |
| SSB-0003-10 Feb 2010 | Power Train | SCION: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD FIX PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN INDIVIDUAL SERVICE BULLETINS. *PE | |
| S-SB-003-10 Feb 2010 | Engine | SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. | |
| 00307 Apr 2007 | Unknown Or Other | TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. *KB | |
| 01105 Oct 2005 | Fuel System | CLOGGED OR BLOCKED FUEL INJECTORS. FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING. ALL 1990 - 2006 TOYOTA AND SCION MODELS EQUIPPED WITH PORT ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION (EFI). *TT | |
| 00905 Aug 2005 | Power Train | U340E/U341E TRANSMISSION SOLENOID IDENTIFICATION. *TT | |
| 00205 Feb 2005 | Power Train | LOOSE FEELING IN MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER. *TT | |
| 00501 Nov 2001 | Steering | REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE. TOYOTA ALL MODEL YEARS. *MJ 2002 - 2007 MODEL YEARS. TOYOTA/SCION MODELS. *TT |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Walk the body slowly in daylight.Panel gaps, rust at the rockers and wheel arches, and cracked trim are this vehicle's structure complaints. Open and close the liftgate or trunk and look at the latch area.
- Run the wipers and washers, and test every window.Slow or stuck regulators, streaking wipers, and windshield cracks are this vehicle's visibility complaints.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 1 recall campaign on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
The generic parts list for this vehicle has its own page: a search launcher for every system, filtered by fuel type and era but not by engine, trim, or brake type. It is not a diagnosis and not a fitment guarantee.
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