2006 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 177 | 253 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 640 | 50 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–29 | 28 |
| Median reported mileage | 83,000 mi | 30,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 4 | 145 |
| Air Bags | 119 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 27 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 23 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 12 |
| Power Train | 12 | 6 |
| Engine | 10 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 16 | 7 |
| Stalling | 14 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
2006 Pontiac Vibe
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.