JTKDE1674701980782007 TOYOTA Scion tC
2007 TOYOTA Scion tC was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 9 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.
Executive Summary
2007 TOYOTA Scion tC
2007 TOYOTA Scion tC was analyzed across NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, crash test data, and public auction records. 9 owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA — review the complaint section for the most common failure patterns.
- Common owner-reported issues: oil consumption
9 owner complaints filed — top areas: Engine/Powertrain (78%), Electrical (11%), Body/Structure (11%). Common issues: oil consumption.
Title Brand Check
Mined from auction damage fields and listing titles — not a DMV title history pull
No auction records available. Title brand status could not be verified — request title history from seller or state DMV.
Vehicle Specifications
Decoded from NHTSA vPIC database
- Make
- TOYOTA
- Model
- Scion tC
- Year
- 2007
- Trim / Series
- ANT10L
- Body Style
- Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
- Vehicle Type
- PASSENGER CAR
- Drive Type
- 4x2
- Fuel Type
- Gasoline
- Engine
- 4-cyl 2.4L 161 hp
- Doors
- 3
- Manufacturer
- TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC
- Assembly
- TOYOTA CITY, AICHI, JAPAN
- GVWR
- Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Assembly Plant Quality
Plant: TOYOTA CITY, AICHI
No specific quality data available for this plant. No documented recall or complaint concentrations on record.
Safety Intelligence
Composite analysis from NHTSA recall, complaint, and crash data
✓ No high-risk recall components found
Driver Assistance Features
ADAS equipment data from NHTSA vPIC database
Deferred Failure Risk
Vehicle-specific risks from this model-year's complaint record, known defects, and service milestones
Owners of the 2007 TOYOTA Scion tC report engine/powertrain issues more than most other systems. Complaints concentrated in one area often signal a systemic weakness worth a targeted pre-purchase inspection.
Worn chain tensioners cause timing chain skip or snap — common on GM 5.3L/6.2L, Ford EcoBoost, VW/Audi EA888, BMW N47/N63. Listen for cold-start rattles.
Water pump failure causes rapid overheating. If the engine overheats even once, head gasket damage is likely — turning a $400 part into a $3,000+ repair.
Degraded transmission fluid destroys clutch packs and solenoids. CVT transmissions are especially sensitive — neglected fluid can result in a $4,000–$8,000 replacement.
Degraded coolant loses corrosion inhibitors and attacks aluminum engine components. Can cause head gasket failure and water pump corrosion.
Worn spark plugs cause misfires that can foul and crack catalytic converters. A $150 tune-up can prevent a $1,200 catalytic converter replacement.
Dirty or failing injectors cause rough idle, reduced fuel economy, and increased emissions. Cleaning costs $100–$200; replacement $800–$1,600.
NHTSA Safety Recalls
CLEARComplaint Intelligence
9 complaints analyzed across 3 system categories
Engine leads owner complaints (78%), most reported when the vehicle was 13–15 yrs old. Also common: Electrical System (22%), Power Train (11%).
Based on 8 complaints with a reported incident date. Too few owners cited mileage (2) to report a reliable failure-mileage range.
Owner Complaints
HIGH VOLUME9 safety complaints filed with NHTSA
The contact owns a 2007 Scion TC. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware of thick smoke coming from the exhaust. Additionally, the contact stated that she noticed that the vehicle was consuming and abnormal amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 5-quarts of oil every two weeks. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in TSB Number: SB0024-11R2. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was156,000.
Ive been going thru a lot of oil lately and i dont understand why, i have a friend that owns the same car and told me he was going thru the same thing and took the car to toyota and turns out they had a recall about oil consumption so they ended up rebuilding his engine or replacing it. So im wondering if im going thru the same thing. I have to put oil in the car every 2 weeks
I am also one of them that just learned why my 2007 Scion TC is eating the oil. I love this car and wish I would have received the notice about the engine problems back when Toyota may have done something about it. I know that three difference dealerships have my contact info. I will continue to put in a quart of oil each week until that stops helping.
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
MY 2007 SCION TC. HAS A BIG ISSUE WITH OIL COMSUPTION. I ALWAYS HAVE TO CHANGE MY OIL EVERY 2,000 MILES IF I DONT DRIVE IT LONG DISTANCE. WHEN I DRIVE IT FOR ABOUT 45 MINS EACH WAY EVERYDAY IT BURNS ALL THE OIL WHEN IT HITS 1,700 MILES. TODAY 03/03/2021 I CHECK MY OIL AND IT WAS ACTUALLY EMPTY I MEAN NOT EVEN A DROP IM GLAD I COUGHT IT TODAY I DONT WANT TO KNOW IF I HAD TAKEN MUCH LONGER IM SURE MY ENGINE COULD BREAKDOWN EASILY. I DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO I TRY ALL THE FULL SYNTHETIC OILS AND IT STILL THE SAME.
LITERALLY JUST BOUGHT THE VEHICLE. ONLY TO LOOK INTO THE HISTORY OF THESE CARS AND SEE THAT THEY HAVE A FACTORY DEFECT THAT WAS NEVER PROFESSIONALLY TAKEN CARE OF. NOW ANYONE LIKE ME COMING INTO OWNERSHIP OF THESE VEHICLES ARE PUNISHED FOR SOMETHING WE HAD NO KNOWLEDGE OF NOR CAUSED.I WAS DRIVING MY CAR TODAY DOWN A RESIDENTIAL ROAD WHEN ALL OF A SUDDTHE CAR JERKS AND DIES. IT WOULD RESTART AFTER THAT. NOW MIND YOU I TAKE GREAT CARE OF MY VEHICLES AND KEEP ALL FLUIDS TO THEIR FACTORY SUGGESTED LEVELS. I FOUND OUT LATER THAT IT SPUN A BEARING THANKS TO THIS FACTORY OIL DEFECT. SO THE MONEY I JUST INVESTED INTO THIS CAR IS NOW A DONATION. AND I EITHER FIND A NEW CAR, BUY A NEW ENGINE OR REBUILD THE ENGINE. ALL FOR A PROBLEM THAT TOYOTA SOO UNPROFESSIONALLY HANDLED AND REFUSED TO TAKE OWNERSHIP OF. NOW I DON'T KNOW WHAT CAR COMPANIES KEEP SECRETS FROM THE PUBLIC BUT I'M SURE ONE THAT DOESN'T GIVE ONE IOTA OF A F!?@ ABOUT THEIR CUSTOMERS WOULD ALLOW SOMETHING LIKE THIS TO PASS BY WITHOUT RECTIFYING THE ISSUE AND MAKING IT RIGHT.
OIL CONSUMPTION IS ABNORMALLY HIGH. RECORDED ROUGHLY A QUART OR MORE CONSUMED PER 1,000 MILES. NO LEAKS EVIDENT. CAR USE IS NORMAL DAILY USE, AND CAR ENGINE AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS HAVE NOT BEEN TAMPERED WITH IN ANY WAY WHATSOEVER. OIL RESERVOIR IS NEARING EMPTY AFTER ROUGHLY 2600 MILES AFTER FRESH OIL CHANGE. *TR
I JUST BUY IT. BUT ITS ON NAME OF MY GIRLFRIEND DAISY. IF YOU CAN HELP ME WITH THE RECALLS I CAN GET PLEASE THANKS.
PLATE OVER BACK HATCH JUST BELOW THIRD BRAKE LIGHT DETACHES & HANGS BY A CABLE. IT SWINGS WHILE DRIVING & SCRATCHES THE BOTTOM OF THE HATCH & BACK FENDER. IF CABLE BREAKS WHILE DRIVING IT WILL BECOME AIRBORNE. THE HATCH PLATE HOOKS SNAPPED OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY & I WAS OPENING THE HATCH. NOW THAT IT'S BROKE OFF THE CAR IT SWINGS WHILE DRIVING HANGING BY A CABLE. I HAVE TO KEEP IT TAPED.
Complaint & Reliability Timeline
Annual complaints (blue) vs. composite reliability score (amber) — recall years marked in red
The blue line shows 9 NHTSA complaints on file for the TOYOTA Scion tC — a relatively low volume that spans from 2017 to 2023.
The amber reliability line averaged 99/100 across the vehicle's life — relatively stable, with the lowest point of 97/100 in 2021.
Legal & Regulatory Actions
Known class action lawsuits, settlements, and manufacturer extended warranty programs
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership
Estimated based on EPA fuel data, risk-adjusted maintenance, and depreciation
Estimated 5-year cost of ownership: $33,114 (~$552/mo). Repair risk buffer is standard due to vehicle risk profile.
Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Tailored for the 2007 TOYOTA Scion tC — specific failure modes your mechanic must check, not a generic list
Recall Probability Forecast
Estimated likelihood of a new recall in the next 18 months based on NHTSA signals
5% baseline recall probability — no strong indicators of an imminent recall.
Maintenance Schedule
OEM-specified service intervals for this vehicle
Maintenance intervals vary significantly by make, model, year, engine, and driving conditions. Always follow the manufacturer's official schedule — not generic industry estimates.
Tip: Request the seller's service records and compare against the manufacturer schedule. Missing intervals are a negotiation point.
Insurance Cost Estimate
Estimated annual premiums based on vehicle profile, theft data, and NHTSA safety ratings
Based on 2024 national avg ($2,011/yr full coverage). Individual rates vary by driver, location & insurer. Always compare 3+ quotes.
Manufacturer NHTSA Penalty History
Federal fines issued for recall delays and safety violations
TOYOTA has been fined $1217M+ by NHTSA. Most recently in 2014: Criminal settlement — concealed unintended acceleration defects for years before recall.
State-Specific Legal Protections
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Complete Data Table
All decoded fields in a single flattened view
Vehicle Identity
| VIN | JTKDE167470198078 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| Make | TOYOTA |
| Model | Scion tC |
| Series | ANT10L |
| Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Body & Configuration
| Body Style | Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback |
| Doors | 3 |
| Drive Type | 4x2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Engine
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement (L) | 2.4 |
| Horsepower | 161 |
Manufacturer
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC |
| Assembly City | TOYOTA CITY |
| Assembly Country | JAPAN |
VIN Structure
| WMI (Chars 1–3) | JTK |
| Check Digit (Char 9) | 4 |
| Model Year Code (Char 10) | 7 |
| Plant Code (Char 11) | 0 |
| Sequence (Chars 12–17) | 198078 |
Safety Data
| NHTSA Recall Count | 0 |
| NHTSA Complaint Count | 9 |
VIN Structure Decode
ISO 3779 character-by-character breakdown of this Vehicle Identification Number
Disclaimer: Data sourced from NHTSA public APIs and scraped auction listings. For informational purposes only. Not a substitute for a paid vehicle history report. Retrieved: 11/1/2026, 1:16:41 AM.