Is the 2016 Scion TC a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2016 Scion TC ranks #10 of 12 among TC model years (Complaint Index 18/100, verdict: Best). It has 6 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Scion TC?

The most reported problem areas are brakes (1 complaints), seat belts (1 complaints), and structure & body (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 38,500 miles.

Does the 2016 Scion TC have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Scion TC, most recently reported 2016, covering other.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Scion TC?

EPA rates the 2016 Scion TC at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2016 Scion TC Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

18/100

#10 most-complained of 12 TC years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2016 Scion TC has 6 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 18 out of 100 — #10 highest of 12 TC model years (verdict: Best). The most reported problem area is brakes (1 complaints, 17% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 4 injuries.

Complaints: 6
Recalls: 2
Crashes / fires: 1 / 0
Injuries / deaths: 4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 26; 23 city / 30 hwy

2016 Scion TC recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

NHTSA 16V420000Jun 9, 2016Other4,253 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
NHTSA 16V236000Apr 22, 2016Other94 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET16A.

2016 Scion TC fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 23 MPG
Highway: 30 MPG
Combined: 26 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $2,500; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2016 compared with other TC years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2014	Caution	55	20	0	26
2015	Good	45	22	2	26
2016	Best	18	6	2	26

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2016 Scion TC a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2016 Scion TC ranks #10 of 12 among TC model years (Complaint Index 18/100, verdict: Best). It has 6 complaints and 2 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Scion TC?: The most reported problem areas are brakes (1 complaints), seat belts (1 complaints), and structure & body (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 38,500 miles.
Does the 2016 Scion TC have any recalls?: Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 Scion TC, most recently reported 2016, covering other.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Scion TC?: EPA rates the 2016 Scion TC at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 30 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,500. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.