What year Scion XD should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 and 2009 Scion XD have the highest Complaint Index among 8 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2008 model year ranks worst with 67 complaints and 5 recalls.

What is the best year for the Scion XD?

The 2010 Scion XD has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track (12 complaints, 4 recalls).

What are the most common problems with the Scion XD?

Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are brakes (37, 32%), engine (29, 25%), and suspension, wheels & tires (22, 19%).

How many recalls does the Scion XD have?

NHTSA lists 7 distinct recall campaigns covering Scion XD model years 2006–2014. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.

Scion XD Best and Worst Years (2006–2014)

Scion XD years to avoid: 2008 and 2009. Based on 117 NHTSA owner complaints and 7 recall campaigns across 8 model years (2006–2014).

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls per model-year, ranked within this model — not a reliability rating. Methodology.

Avoid 2008 Avoid 2009

Model years: 8; 2006–2014
NHTSA complaints: 117
Recall campaigns: 7
Crashes reported: 15
Fires reported: 6
Top problem area: Brakes

XD Complaint Index by year

Higher = more complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and Do-Not-Drive recalls per year on the road, relative to other years of this model.

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

Scion XD problems and recalls by year

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Recalls	Top issue	MPG	NCAP
2006	No verdict	0	1	0	0	1	Engine	—	—
2008	Avoid	100	67	8	0	5	Brakes	28.5	—
2009	Avoid	86	23	3	1	6	Engine	28.5	—
2010	Caution	57	12	1	0	4	Engine	29	—
2011	No verdict	29	3	1	0	1	Suspension, Wheels & Tires	29	—
2012	Caution	71	5	2	2	0	Airbags	29	—
2013	No verdict	14	2	0	0	0	Steering	29	—
2014	No verdict	43	4	0	3	0	Engine	29	—

XD years to avoid: what went wrong

2008 Scion XD Index 100 · 67 complaints · 5 recalls

Owners filed 67 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Scion XD, led by brakes (33), suspension, wheels & tires (14), and engine (12). NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 8 crashes.

2008 brakes problems →

2009 Scion XD Index 86 · 23 complaints · 6 recalls

Owners filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2009 Scion XD, led by engine (8), electrical system (7), and suspension, wheels & tires (4). NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this year. Complaints mention 3 crashes and 1 fires.

Most common Scion XD problems (all years)

Share of NHTSA complaints by component group. A complaint naming two components counts once in each.

Brakes37 (32%)
Engine29 (25%)
Suspension, Wheels & Tires22 (19%)
Electrical System19 (16%)
Structure & Body14 (12%)
Airbags11 (9%)
Fuel System9 (8%)
Other6 (5%)
Visibility & Wipers6 (5%)
Seat Belts4 (3%)

Frequently asked questions

What year Scion XD should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 and 2009 Scion XD have the highest Complaint Index among 8 model years and are the years to avoid. The 2008 model year ranks worst with 67 complaints and 5 recalls.
What is the best year for the Scion XD?: The 2010 Scion XD has the lowest Complaint Index of the years we track (12 complaints, 4 recalls).
What are the most common problems with the Scion XD?: Across all model years, the most reported problem areas in NHTSA complaints are brakes (37, 32%), engine (29, 25%), and suspension, wheels & tires (22, 19%).
How many recalls does the Scion XD have?: NHTSA lists 7 distinct recall campaigns covering Scion XD model years 2006–2014. Recalls are repaired free of charge by dealers; check any specific vehicle by VIN before buying.