Toyota Scion xB Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Toyota Scion xB model year (2004–2015) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Toyota Scion xB Years to Avoid
6 recalls · 213 complaints
13 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 257
7 recalls · 155 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Problem score: 184
6 recalls · 77 complaints
14 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 123
Best Toyota Scion xB Years to Buy
2 recalls · 0 complaints
Main area: No significant complaints
Problem score: 6
2 recalls · 4 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 10
1 recall · 10 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 13
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Toyota Scion xB — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 6 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 2 | 4 | — | — | 10 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 1 | 10 | — | — | 13 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 3 | 25 | — | — | 34 | Good |
| 2011 | 3 | 28 | — | — | 37 | Good |
| 2010 | 4 | 39 | — | — | 51 | Good |
| 2009 | 6 | 77 | 14 | — | 123 | Caution |
| 2008 | 6 | 213 | 13 | — | 257 | Avoid |
| 2007 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 18 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 7 | 155 | 4 | — | 184 | Avoid |
| 2005 | 4 | 59 | 25 | — | 121 | Caution |
| 2004 | 3 | 32 | 6 | — | 53 | Good |
All 12 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Toyota Scion xB Shopping Guide by Era
2013–2017
Best: 2015Mid-decade Scion xB units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2015 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Scion xB models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Scion xB should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2008 Toyota Scion xB if possible. It has 6 recalls, 213 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 257 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Scion xB to buy?+
The 2015 Toyota Scion xB is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 6. It has only 2 recalls and 0 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Scion xB has the fewest problems?+
The 2015, 2014, 2013 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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