2006 Audi A3 vs 2006 Scion XB
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 123 | 253 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 349 | 50 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–25 | 28 |
| Median reported mileage | 72,000 mi | 30,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 1 | 145 |
| Air Bags | 56 | 7 |
| Power Train | 37 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 27 |
| Structure | 0 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Stalling | 9 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2006 Audi A3
2006 Scion XB
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.