2009 Scion XB vs 2009 Toyota Matrix
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 | 2009 Scion XB | 2009 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 140 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 215 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24 | 22–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 28,101 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Scion XB | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 74 | 78 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 45 |
| Engine | 24 | 11 |
| Steering | 1 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2009 Scion XB
2009 Toyota Matrix
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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.