2008 Scion XB vs 2008 Suzuki SX4
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 Scion XB | 2008 Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 339 | 101 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 141 | 7 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Scion XB | Suzuki SX4 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 132 | 74 |
| Visibility | 45 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 12 |
| Engine | 35 | 5 |
| Steering | 37 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 20 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 16 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 21 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 9 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 40 |
2008 Scion XB
2008 Suzuki SX4
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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.