YearToAvoid

2007 Scion XA Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict NHTSA lists 0 complaints for the 2007 Scion XA and 2 recalls, both involving a speed control module. Among the 3 model years with data, 2007 ranks 3rd worst, meaning it has the fewest reported problems.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
0/100
#3 of 3 XA years
Verdict
No verdict
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
0
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
2
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
0
reported in complaints
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Top issue
—
Best nearby year
—
no alternative with data

Top 2007 Scion XA problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

No component data.

2007 Scion XA recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 07V048000Feb 12, 2007Engine716 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control

    Certain rostra precision controls' speed controls may have a faulty module. These controls were installed by southeast toyota dealers or at their vehicle processing center on certain passenger vehicles. When the speed control "on/off" switch is pressed once to turn the unit off, the throttle does not return to idle. When the "on/off" switch is pressed a second time, the throttle will return to idle.

    Risk: A crash could be cause in the event that the cruise control does not allow the engine to return to idle on the first depression of the "on/off" switch.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and/or replace the speed control module. The recall began on february 28, 2007. Owners may contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

  2. NHTSA 07V030000Feb 1, 2007Engine1,372 vehicles

    Vehicle speed control:cruise control

    Certain rostra precision controls' speed controls may have a faulty module. These controls were installed by gulf states toyota (gst) dealers or at their vehicle processing center on certain passenger vehicles. When the speed control "on/off" switch is pressed once to turn the unit off, the throttle does not return to idle. When the "on/off" switch is pressed a second time, the throttle will return to idle.

    Risk: A crash could be cause in the event that the cruise control does not allow the engine to return to idle on the first depression of the "on/off" switch.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and/or replace the speed control module. The recall began on march 7, 2007. Owners may contact gst at 1-800-444-1074.

2007 compared with other XA years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520062007
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2005No verdict5040230
2006No verdict10071530
2007No verdict002—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Scion XA reliable?
NHTSA records 0 complaints for the 2007 Scion XA, the lowest count among the 3 model years with data, and it ranks 3rd worst (best) in that group.
Does the 2007 Scion XA have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2007 Scion XA, both concerning a faulty speed control module installed by dealers, with none classified as do-not-drive.
What is the recall remedy for the 2007 Scion XA?
Dealers were directed to inspect and, if needed, replace the speed control module under both 2007 recall campaigns.
How does the 2007 Scion XA compare to the 2006 model?
The 2006 Scion XA had 71 complaints and a complaint index of 100, compared to 0 complaints and an index of 0 for the 2007 model.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.