2012 Audi A3 vs 2012 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 | 2012 Audi A3 | 2012 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 45 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 869 | 145 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 24 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Audi A3 | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 31 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 3 |
| Engine | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
2012 Audi A3
2012 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.