2010 Scion Tc Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Scion Tc.

20092011
Complaints
24
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
2
Fatalities
—
Recalls
2

Worst 2010 Scion Tc Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#17 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:114,000 mi
#23 complaints

Tire Defects

Crash-related:1
#32 complaints

Brakes

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Scion Tc.

Engine Problems
7
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
114,000
Tire Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Sunroof/Moonroof
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Air Bags:Side/Window
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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Recalls for 2010 Scion Tc

2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~424,835 vehicles.

10V035000Equipment:other:labels
~271,417 affected

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

10V036000Equipment:other:labels
~153,418 affected

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.

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2010 Scion Tc — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2010 Scion Tc reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2010 Scion Tc has 24 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 7 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Scion Tc?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (7 complaints, avg 114,000 mi); Tire Defects (3 complaints); Brakes (2 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Scion Tc?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 114,000 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Scion Tc?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Scion Tc include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 2 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Scion Tc have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 424,835 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Scion Tc?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Scion Tc reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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