2010 Scion XD Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2010 Scion XD has a complaint index of 57, ranking 4th worst out of 8 model years, with a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 12 complaints, 4 recalls, 1 crash, and 2 injuries for this year, with Engine issues topping the list at 42% of complaints.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 57/100
- #4 of 8 XD years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 12
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 4
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 1
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 2
- Top issue
- Engine
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 29
- 27 city / 33 hwy
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
Top 2010 Scion XD problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine5 (42%)
- Structure & Body3 (25%)
- Airbags2 (17%)
- Other2 (17%)
- Brakes1 (8%)
- Electrical System1 (8%)
- Fuel System1 (8%)
- Seat Belts1 (8%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain1 (8%)
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 engine unexpectedly losing power or struggling to maintain speed while driving, sometimes requiring the vehicle to be shifted into neutral to stop.
- Some vehicles emitted blue smoke tied to reported oil and oil filter issues.
- One owner reported the vehicle stalling on the freeway and running on reduced power, later diagnosed as a cylinder valve spring problem.
- Airbags reportedly failed to deploy during a crash caused by another vehicle, resulting in injuries.
- A rear seat belt reportedly failed to latch securely with no warning light illuminated.
- One owner reported the brakes feeling like they stuck before stopping suddenly at low speed.
2010 Scion XD recalls
4 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 15V689000Oct 22, 2015Visibility & Wipers1,814,284 vehicles
Visibility:power window devices and controls
Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
Risk: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
- 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 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.
2010 Scion XD fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 27 MPG
- Highway
- 33 MPG
- Combined
- 29 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $2,250
- 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.
2010 compared with other XD years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2010 Scion XD reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2010 XD has a complaint index of 57 and ranks 4th worst of 8 model years, earning a Caution verdict. It has fewer complaints and recalls than the 2008 and 2009 XD, which are rated Avoid.
- What problems does the 2010 Scion XD have?
- The top problem area is the Engine, accounting for 42% of complaints, including reports of power loss and blue smoke. Structure & Body issues, tied to a seat rail recall, make up 25% of complaints.
- Does the 2010 Scion XD have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Scion XD, covering visibility/wipers switch lubrication, a seat rail structure issue, and two tire/rim label compliance recalls. None are do-not-drive recalls.
- What year Scion XD should I avoid?
- The 2008 and 2009 Scion XD carry Avoid verdicts, with complaint indexes of 100 and 86 and 67 and 23 complaints respectively. The 2010 model year is rated Caution, a step above those years.