2008 Audi A3 vs 2008 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 | 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 339 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 476 | 141 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–25 | 24 |
| Median reported mileage | 25,000 mi | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 132 |
| Visibility | 0 | 45 |
| Steering | 0 | 37 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 34 |
| Engine | 0 | 35 |
| Power Train | 13 | 7 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 10 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 21 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2008 Audi A3
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.