2008 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 63 | 339 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 802 | 141 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 53,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 48 | 132 |
| Visibility | 1 | 45 |
| Steering | 2 | 37 |
| Engine | 1 | 35 |
| Electrical System | 0 | 34 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 20 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 0 | 20 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 21 |
| Stalling | 0 | 12 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
2008 Pontiac Vibe
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.