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 | 1 | 0 | — | — | 95 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 1 | 4 | — | — | 91 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 10 | — | — | 85 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 1 | 23 | — | — | 72 | Good |
| 2011 | 1 | 28 | — | — | 67 | Good |
| 2010 | 2 | 39 | — | — | 60 | Fair |
| 2009 | 5 | 77 | 14 | — | 38 | Poor |
| 2008 | 4 | 213 | 13 | — | 44 | Poor |
| 2007 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 85 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 4 | 154 | 4 | — | 48 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Scion xB Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Scion xB scores 3 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 550 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Toyota Scion xB reliable?+
The Toyota Scion xB scores 69/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 21 recall campaigns and 550 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 95/100 with 1 recall 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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