Is the Toyota Scion xB Reliable?
2004–2015 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Toyota Scion xB Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 2 | 4 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 10 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 3 | 25 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2011 | 3 | 28 | — | — | 57 | Fair |
| 2010 | 4 | 39 | — | — | 50 | Fair |
| 2009 | 6 | 77 | 14 | — | 33 | Poor |
| 2008 | 6 | 213 | 13 | — | 34 | Poor |
| 2007 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 75 | Good |
| 2006 | 7 | 155 | 4 | — | 33 | Poor |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Scion xB Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Scion xB scores 12 points below the average sedan. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Toyota Scion xB Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 553 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota Scion xB reliable?+
The Toyota Scion xB scores 60/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 37 recall campaigns and 553 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Scion xB is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2015 Scion xB achieved the highest reliability score of 90/100 with 2 recalls and 0 complaints.
How many miles does a Scion xB last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Toyota Scion xB owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Scion xB will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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