2008 Scion XD Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2008 Scion XD ranks worst of 8 model years, with a complaint index of 100 and 67 complaints, nearly half about brakes. It carries 5 recalls and is rated Avoid compared to other XD years.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 100/100
- #1 of 8 XD years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 67
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 8
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Brakes
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 28.5
- 26.5 city / 32.5 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2008 Scion XD problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes33 (49%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires14 (21%)
- Engine12 (18%)
- Electrical System8 (12%)
- Structure & Body7 (10%)
- Airbags6 (9%)
- Fuel System3 (4%)
- Seat Belts3 (4%)
- Steering3 (4%)
- Transmission & Powertrain3 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners report the vehicle failing to stop when the brake pedal was pressed, sometimes resulting in a crash into another vehicle or object.
- Some describe the ABS locking up during braking on wet or snowy roads, preventing the car from stopping in time.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy during rollover or collision events, even when occupants wore seat belts.
- Several owners say the car stalled unexpectedly at low speed or after exiting the highway, with the engine continuing to crank after shutoff.
- Electric power steering reportedly caused the car to wander in its lane at highway speed, requiring constant correction.
- One owner describes a rear seat belt receptacle that got pulled under the folded seat and eventually shattered.
2008 Scion XD recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 14V169000Apr 9, 2014Structure & Body472,388 vehicles
Seats
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 22, 2005, through May 12, 2010, and 2008-2010 Scion xD vehicles manufactured April 4, 2007, through May 12, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the springs used for the seat rails on the driver's seat and the seat rails of the front passenger seat of three-door models may break.
Risk: If the spring breaks, the seat may not lock in position. In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat could move increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat rail, and replace it with a new one, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
- NHTSA 12V491000Oct 10, 2012Visibility & Wipers2,519,424 vehicles
Visibility:power window devices and controls
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
Risk: If the switch overheats, it may melt, possibly resulting in a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners that experience a problem with a switch should not attempt to make repairs, but should contact their Toyota dealer or the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331. General Motors will contact the Pontiac Vibe owners affected by this recall and GM dealers will inspect and repair switches as necessary. Those owners may contact Pontiac Customer Care at 1-800-762-2737.
- NHTSA 10V035000Feb 3, 2010Other271,417 vehicles
Equipment:other:labels
Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between september 1, 2005 and june 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.
Remedy: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact gulf states toyota at 713-580-3300.
2008 Scion XD fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 26.5 MPG
- Highway
- 32.5 MPG
- Combined
- 28.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,275
- 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.
2008 compared with other XD years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2008 Scion XD reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2008 Scion XD has the highest complaint index (100) of the 8 model years with data and ranks worst overall, driven mainly by brake complaints.
- What are the main problems with the 2008 Scion XD?
- Brakes account for 49% of complaints (33 of 67), with a median failure mileage of 44,613. Suspension, wheels and tires, and engine issues follow, at 21% and 18% of complaints respectively.
- Does the 2008 Scion XD have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2008 Scion XD, covering structure and body, visibility and wipers, tire labeling, and a brake-related intake air connector issue.
- How does the 2008 Scion XD compare to other years?
- The 2008 model has a complaint index of 100 and is rated Avoid, the worst of the years with data; 2009 (index 86, Avoid) and 2010 (index 57, Caution) also carry elevated complaint levels, while 2013 (index 14) is among the lowest.