2011 Scion Tc Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Scion Tc.

20102012
Complaints
35
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Injuries
2
Fatalities
Recalls
0

Worst 2011 Scion Tc Problems

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

#16 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:20,417 mi
#24 complaints

Brakes

#33 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Scion Tc.

Headlight/Taillight Failures
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
20,417
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Sunroof/Moonroof
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Instrument Panel:Speedometer/Odometer
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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2011 Scion Tc — FAQ

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

Is the 2011 Scion Tc reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2011 Scion Tc has 35 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Headlight/Taillight Failures with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2011 Scion Tc?
Top reported problems: Headlight/Taillight Failures (6 complaints, avg 20,417 mi); Brakes (4 complaints); Transmission / Drivetrain (3 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 2011 Scion Tc?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 20,417 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2011 Scion Tc?
NHTSA complaints for the 2011 Scion Tc include 1 crash-related reports, 1 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 2011 Scion Tc have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2011 Scion Tc as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2011 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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