2006 Scion XB vs 2008 Scion XB
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Scion XB | 2008 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 253 | 339 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 50 | 141 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 30,500 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Scion XB | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 145 | 45 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 132 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 34 |
| Steering | 7 | 37 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 27 | 15 |
| Engine | 3 | 35 |
| Structure | 23 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 21 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2006 Scion XB
2008 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.