Worst 2008 Scion Xd Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Suspension Failures
Unintended Acceleration
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2008 Scion Xd.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 19 | 4 | — | 68,333 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 11 | 1 | — | 103,051 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 9 | 3 | — | 32,895 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | 1 | — | 73,200 mi | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 7 | — | — | 39,681 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 6 | 1 | — | 41,301 mi | |
| Airbags | 5 | 1 | — | 96,000 mi | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 5 | — | — | 71,644 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Parking-Brake Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Side/Window | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Vacuum | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Frame And Members:Underbody Shields | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2008 Scion Xd
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,416,647 vehicles.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 22, 2005, through May 12, 2010, and 2008-2010 Scion xD vehicles manufactured April 4, 2007, through May 12, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the springs used for the seat rails on the driver's seat and the seat rails of the front passenger seat of three-door models may break.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. The power window master switch assemblies in some of these vehicles were built using a less precise process for lubricating the internal components of the switch assemblies. Irregularities in this lubrication process may cause the power window master switch assemblies to malfunction and overheat.
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.
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.
Other Scion Xd Years
2008 Scion Xd — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Scion Xd reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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