Toyota Scion xD Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Toyota Scion xD model year (2008–2014) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Toyota Scion xD Years to Avoid
4 recalls · 50 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: SERVICE BRAKES
Problem score: 64
4 recalls · 19 complaints
4 reported injuries
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 39
2 recalls · 5 complaints
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 11
Best Toyota Scion xD Years to Buy
0 recalls · 2 complaints
Main area: ENGINE
Problem score: 2
1 recall · 1 complaint
Main area: SUSPENSION
Problem score: 4
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Toyota Scion xD — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 0 | 2 | — | — | 2 | Excellent |
| 2013 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 1 | 1 | — | — | 4 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Good |
| 2009 | 4 | 19 | 4 | — | 39 | Caution |
| 2008 | 4 | 50 | 1 | — | 64 | Avoid |
All 7 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Toyota Scion xD Shopping Guide by Era
2013–2017
Best: 2013Mid-decade Scion xD units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2013 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Scion xD 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 xD should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2008 Toyota Scion xD if possible. It has 4 recalls, 50 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 64 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Scion xD to buy?+
The 2014 Toyota Scion xD is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 2. It has only 0 recalls and 2 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which Scion xD has the fewest problems?+
The 2014, 2011 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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