2006 SCION XA
6 recalls, 96 complaints - 53 TSBs
18V776000 Nov 1, 2018
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Toyota Scion xA vehicles. The air bag control module for the supplemental restraint system (SRS ECU) may experience an internal short, possibly causing the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or become deactivated.
Consequence
If the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners unintentionally deploy, it can increase the risk of a crash. If the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners are deactivated, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the SRS ECU, and if necessary, replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's number for this recall is J0W.
10V036000 Feb 3, 2010
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
A DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
09V223000 Jun 15, 2009
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE S... Read more
Consequence
INCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-888-270-9371.
07V048000 Feb 12, 2007
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Defect Description
CERTAIN ROSTRA PRECISION CONTROLS' SPEED CONTROLS MAY HAVE A FAULTY MODULE. THESE CONTROLS WERE INSTALLED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DEALERS OR AT THEIR VEHICLE PROCESSING CENTER ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED ONCE TO TURN THE UNIT OFF, THE THROTTLE DOES ... Read more
Consequence
A CRASH COULD BE CAUSE IN THE EVENT THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE ON THE FIRST DEPRESSION OF THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 28, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SOUTHEAST TOYOTA AT 1-800-301-6859.
07V030000 Feb 1, 2007
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Defect Description
CERTAIN ROSTRA PRECISION CONTROLS' SPEED CONTROLS MAY HAVE A FAULTY MODULE. THESE CONTROLS WERE INSTALLED BY GULF STATES TOYOTA (GST) DEALERS OR AT THEIR VEHICLE PROCESSING CENTER ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED ONCE TO TURN THE UNIT OFF, THE THROTT... Read more
Consequence
A CRASH COULD BE CAUSE IN THE EVENT THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE ON THE FIRST DEPRESSION OF THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND/OR REPLACE THE SPEED CONTROL MODULE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 7, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GST AT 1-800-444-1074.
07E005000 Jan 18, 2007
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Defect Description
CERTAIN ROSTRA CRUISE CONTROLS, P/NOS. 00012-X0486-01, 00015-X0486-01, 00012-X0486-21, 00016-79910, 00016-79910-01, AND 250-1755, INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON MY 2006-2007 GULF STATES TOYOTA AND SOUTHEAST TOYOTA SCION VEHICLES AND ALSO SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL MAY NOT... Read more
Consequence
FAILURE TO RELEASE THE THROTTLE WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS TURNED OFF COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS WILL NOTIFY THEIR OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL FREE OF CHARGE. ROSTRA WILL NOTIFY PURCHASERS OF THE ATERMARKET CRUISE CONTROLS AND REPLACE THE UNITS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 13, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT ROSTRA AT 910-291-2538.
Complaint Statistics
96 total complaints
16 crashes 3 fires 10 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 12 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 10 |
| ENGINE | 8 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 |
| SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| TIRES | 2 |
STEERING
Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2012
Our Volvo 2025 EX90 was a lemon. We experienced two recalls (one for headlight failure) and repetitive charging unit failures. The dealer traded us a 2026 EX90. They said the failures of the 2025 model had been corrected. While driving home from the dealer at 70 mph on the interstate, I received a w... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 27, 2025
Incident date: Feb 26, 2025
I got my car serviced at BMW of Tucson in 2022 and they ruined the electrical in my car. Additionally, they might have created another key. I also noticed that my software was downgraded by them and the alarm stopped working correctly.
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES
Oct 4, 2024
Incident date: Oct 1, 2024
While driving the ABS light and traction control light come on and go off randomly. I am afraid the brakes will quit working.
SUSPENSION
May 19, 2023
Incident date: May 1, 2017
The spring hanger are bent as is the frame of our Grand Design Imagine 2022 travel trailer. Axles could have fallen off at speeds of 70 mph on I 95 in Sould Carolina. Our lives were in danger. Problem has been confirmed by dealer. Components would not pass NYS Indpection by insurance and Wilkins RV ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 15, 2021
Incident date: May 1, 2021
2006 scion XA The dash light indicator for pass airbag stays on, showing problem with that system. Toyota had a recall and my car was supposedly fixed this problem, only to have same problem again 4 mos past the 1 year warranty on repairs. I contacted toyota...they sent me an email saying they wou... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 14, 2020
Incident date: Aug 1, 2019
NEAR 100,000 MILES, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYS ON. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT; LIGHT JUST CAME ON ONE DAY UPON STARTING IT UP. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS LIGHT CAN REPRESENT AN ERROR IN CRASH SENSORS, AIR BAG SYSTEM, SEAT BELTS, SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR, ETC. INTERNET FORUMS SAY THAT OFTE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 31, 2019
Incident date: Dec 13, 2019
MY SCION AX 2006 WAS RECALLED DUE TO A FLASHING AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. THE DEALER MADE THE LIGHT GO OUT, FIXED IT LAST YEAR 2018. NOW THE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AND THEY WANT TO CHARGE ME $199 TO JUST CHECK IT, NO REPAIR INCLUDED. IT APPEARS TO BE AN ADDITIONAL AIRBAG DEFECT AND I SHOULD NOT HAVE TO PAY... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 9, 2019
Incident date: May 24, 2019
COULD NOT GET THE FORM TO PULL UP, BUT I NEED TO COMPLAIN. MY 2 KIDS AND I WERE TURNING OFF ONE SIDE ROAD TO TURN ONTO ANOTHER. WELL I DIDNT WANT TO HIT THE DOG THAT RAN OUT IN FRONT OF THE CAR SO I DODGED THE DOG. WELL I HIT A TELEPHONE POLE AND I COMPLETELY MESSED UP THE FRONT END OF MY CAR. THE A... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
May 20, 2019
Incident date: Oct 17, 2018
TOOK MY CAR TO LIPTON TOYOTA FT LAUDERDALE WITH A CLICKING NOISE WHEN MAKING A HARD RIGHT TURN. THEY MISDIAGNOSED IT AS A BAD AXLE. AFTER THE REPAIR THE CAR DROVE WORSE. LIPTON SAID THAT I NEEDED NEW MOTOR MOUNTS. MOUNTS REPLACED & CAR WAS STILL BAD AND THEY SENT ME AWAY WITH A FAULTY CAR. CAR START... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 18, 2019
Incident date: Feb 13, 2019
ENGINE IS SUDDENLY JOLTY AND JUMPY IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING, AND BUMPY ESPECIALLY AT AN IDLE BUT ALSO HIGHER SPEEDS, IN ANY DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING, AND THEN SOLID, THEN BACK TO FLASHING (REPEAT) BUT EVERY DIAGNOSTIC TEST DONE JUST READS "ERROR."
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 18, 2019
Incident date: Feb 13, 2019
ENGINE IS SUDDENLY JOLTY AND JUMPY IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING, AND BUMPY ESPECIALLY AT AN IDLE BUT ALSO HIGHER SPEEDS, IN ANY DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING, AND THEN SOLID, THEN BACK TO FLASHING (REPEAT) BUT EVERY DIAGNOSTIC TEST DONE JUST READS "ERROR."
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 18, 2019
Incident date: Feb 13, 2019
ENGINE IS SUDDENLY JOLTY AND JUMPY IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING, AND BUMPY ESPECIALLY AT AN IDLE BUT ALSO HIGHER SPEEDS, IN ANY DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS FLASHING, AND THEN SOLID, THEN BACK TO FLASHING (REPEAT) BUT EVERY DIAGNOSTIC TEST DONE JUST READS "ERROR."
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 5, 2018
Incident date: Aug 5, 2018
CAR BEGINS TO ACCELERATE AT A HIGH RATE. RPMS SPIKE.
AIR BAGS
Oct 7, 2017
Incident date: Oct 7, 2017
TAKATA RECALL. WHY IS THE SCION XA BEING EXCUSED FROM THE AIRBAG RECALL, WHEN IT MOST LIKELY HAS THE EXACT SAME AIRBAGS AS THE SCION XB MODEL? HAS NHTSA IGNORED THE XA JUST BECAUSE IT WAS SOLD IN LESSER NUMBERS THAN THE XB? THIS CAR HAS THE SAME ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION IN A SLIGHTLY SMALLER BODY.
POWER TRAIN
Sep 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SCION XA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR SHIFTER MADE A LOUD NOISE WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VE... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 19, 2017
Incident date: Sep 18, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SCION XA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR SHIFTER MADE A LOUD NOISE WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 29, 2017
Incident date: Mar 1, 2017
2006 SCION XA CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH DIAGNOSTIC CODES: P2401, P043E, P043F, P2419, P2402 INDICATING "EVAPORATION LEAK/EMISSION PROBLEMS." THERE APPARENTLY ARE SERVICE BULLETINS OUT ON THIS ISSUE AND TOYOTA WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THIS IS A WIDESPREAD ISSUE WITH THE XA MODEL. TOYOTA WANTS OVER $70... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 26, 2017
Incident date: Feb 23, 2017
HAWAII IN THE HOUSE ...I OWN A 2006 SCION XA AND RECENTLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAD IT DIAGNOSED AT HILO TOYOTA.."P2401 EVAPORATE LEAK DETECTION PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT". THE CHARCOAL CANISTER AND SOME OTHER PARTS ARE RUINED DUE TO WATER LEAKAGE. I AM ONE OF MILLIONS SCION OWNERS WHO NOW ... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 26, 2017
Incident date: Feb 23, 2017
HAWAII IN THE HOUSE ...I OWN A 2006 SCION XA AND RECENTLY THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAD IT DIAGNOSED AT HILO TOYOTA.."P2401 EVAPORATE LEAK DETECTION PUMP CONTROL CIRCUIT". THE CHARCOAL CANISTER AND SOME OTHER PARTS ARE RUINED DUE TO WATER LEAKAGE. I AM ONE OF MILLIONS SCION OWNERS WHO NOW ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 7, 2016
Incident date: Oct 28, 2016
OUR 19 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE MORNING OF THE ACCIDENT. SHE WAS EXITING A SHOPPING CENTER COMPLEX AND ALTHOUGH THE VEHICLE'S ACCELERATION PEDAL WAS SLIGHTLY PRESSED THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND ACTED AS THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED IN PLACE OF THE ACCELERATOR. THE VEH... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 29, 2016
Incident date: Jun 28, 2016
THIS HAPPENED JUNE 28, 2016. WHILE DRIVING UNDER 35 MPH SPEED LIMIT, CAR SPEED SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, I HIT THE BRAKE PEDAL HARD SEVERAL TIMES, NO RESPONSE, VEHICLE CONTINUED AT HIGH SPEED, VEHICLE NOW RUNNING LEFT AND RIGHT UNCONTROLLABLY, GOT HOLD OF THE HAND BRAKE AND PULLED IT UP HARD, VEHICLE S... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 23, 2016
Incident date: May 17, 2016
IS MY CAR SAFE?
Crash
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 29, 2016
Incident date: Jan 2, 2016
I OWN A 2006 SCION XA AND LIKE MANY OTHERS, HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CHARCOAL CANISTER, ETC. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN, AND AGAIN THE CODES SAY IT IS THE SAME PROBLEM. WHY DOES TOYOTA GET AWAY WITH THIS? IT SEEMS LIKE A CLASS ACTION SUITE TO ME!!! THIEVES!!!
ENGINE
Jan 15, 2016
Incident date: Dec 9, 2015
BOUGHT A 2006 SCION XA THAT PREVIOUSLY HAD THE CHARCOAL CANISTER ASSEMBLY AND FUEL FILLER PIPE COVER REPLACED UNDER TSB EG047-06. CEL WAS ON WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR, AND THE CODES P043E, P043F, P2401, P2401, P2419 INDICATED THE SAME COMPONENTS WERE DAMAGED AGAIN. I REPLACED THE COMPONENTS AFFECTED B... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 14, 2016
Incident date: Jan 14, 2016
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, HAD IT CHECKED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO TOLD ME THE RELATED CODE INDICATED A PROBLEM WITH THE EMISSIONS SENSOR. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY CHARGED ME OVER $900 FOR A FAULTY CHARCOAL FILTER. I HAVE SINCE COME ACROSS THIS SITE HTTP://WWW.ARFC.ORG/COMPLAINT... Read more
ENGINE
Jan 12, 2016
Incident date: Jan 5, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT STATED THAT 2006 SCION XA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS IN THE FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, HOWEVER THE FAILURE RE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 29, 2015
Incident date: Nov 19, 2015
I OWN AN 2006 SCION XA AND I HAVING TROUBLE TO START THE ENGINE WHEN IT'S GET WARM OR NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD LIKE ON MORNINGS IT STAR RIGHT AWAY WITH A FEW CRANKS BUT AFTER IT'S GETS WARM I TO CRANK TIMES STOP CRANKING AND CRANK IT AGAIN UNTIL ENGINE START, CARS RUN ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 29, 2015
Incident date: Nov 19, 2015
I OWN AN 2006 SCION XA AND I HAVING TROUBLE TO START THE ENGINE WHEN IT'S GET WARM OR NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE. WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD LIKE ON MORNINGS IT STAR RIGHT AWAY WITH A FEW CRANKS BUT AFTER IT'S GETS WARM I TO CRANK TIMES STOP CRANKING AND CRANK IT AGAIN UNTIL ENGINE START, CARS RUN ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Dec 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 15, 2008
IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY HIT BLACK ICE DRIVING 55 MILE PER HOUR SAFE FOR CONDITIONS THAT DAY DRIVERS FRONT IMPACTED CEMENT BARRIER AIRBAGS DEPLOY ON IMPACT SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN DRIVER IN PROPER SEAT DUE TO SEAT BELTS AND AIRBAG FAILURES , SEVERE BRAIN TRAUMA RESULTED
Crash
1 injured
SEAT BELTS
Dec 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 15, 2008
WHILE DRIVING MY 2006 SCION XA WESTBOUND I80 UTAH ACCIDENT OCCURRED AT MILE MARKER 150 WHILE TAKING A LEFT HAND TURN PASSENGERS FRONT TIRE ENCOUNTERED BLACK ICE SENDING THE CAR INTO THE CEMENT BARRIER. BOUNCED OFF THAT CEMENT BARRIER INTO THE OPPISITE BARRIER ON THE PASSENGER FRONT BOTH WERE BLOWN ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 15, 2008
WHILE DRIVING MY 2006 SCION XA WESTBOUND I80 UTAH ACCIDENT OCCURRED AT MILE MARKER 150 WHILE TAKING A LEFT HAND TURN PASSENGERS FRONT TIRE ENCOUNTERED BLACK ICE SENDING THE CAR INTO THE CEMENT BARRIER. BOUNCED OFF THAT CEMENT BARRIER INTO THE OPPISITE BARRIER ON THE PASSENGER FRONT BOTH WERE BLOWN ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Dec 5, 2015
Incident date: Dec 15, 2008
IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY HIT BLACK ICE DRIVING 55 MILE PER HOUR SAFE FOR CONDITIONS THAT DAY DRIVERS FRONT IMPACTED CEMENT BARRIER AIRBAGS DEPLOY ON IMPACT SEAT BELT FAILED TO RESTRAIN DRIVER IN PROPER SEAT DUE TO SEAT BELTS AND AIRBAG FAILURES , SEVERE BRAIN TRAUMA RESULTED
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 3, 2015
I OWN A 2006 SCION XA. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THREE OF THE ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS, AND THE EMISSION SYSTEM KEEPS HAVING PROBLEMS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, IN MOTION AND STATIONARY.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 3, 2015
I OWN A 2006 SCION XA. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THREE OF THE ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS, AND THE EMISSION SYSTEM KEEPS HAVING PROBLEMS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, IN MOTION AND STATIONARY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 23, 2015
Incident date: Aug 3, 2015
I OWN A 2006 SCION XA. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THREE OF THE ELECTRIC WINDOW CONTROLS, AND THE EMISSION SYSTEM KEEPS HAVING PROBLEMS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, IN MOTION AND STATIONARY.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 26, 2015
Incident date: Jul 6, 2015
HELLO, I HAVE ALREADY REPLACED THREE ELECTRICAL MOTORS FOR MY 2006 SCION XA. I SEE SEVERAL OTHER SCION'S ON THE RECALL FOR THIS. I WOULD SAY MY SCION XA SHOULD BE ON AS WELL. I HAVE SPENT OVER $1,300 ON THESE REPAIRS, AS WELL AS OTHER REPAIRS.
SEAT BELTS
Jan 16, 2015
Incident date: Aug 9, 2014
I WAS ALONE, PREPARING TO GET ON THE TURNPIKE ACCESS ROAD WHEN A CAR/VAN HIT THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF MY CAR. DETAILS OF THE ACCIDENT WERE RECORDED MANY HOURS AFTER THE CRASH. I WAS NEVER ASKED TO PROVIDE DETAILS. MY CAR ROLLED OVER TWICE DOWN A STEEP-ANGLED BUT SHALLOW EMBANKMENT AND THEN ... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Jan 16, 2015
Incident date: Aug 9, 2014
I WAS ALONE, PREPARING TO GET ON THE TURNPIKE ACCESS ROAD WHEN A CAR/VAN HIT THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF MY CAR. DETAILS OF THE ACCIDENT WERE RECORDED MANY HOURS AFTER THE CRASH. I WAS NEVER ASKED TO PROVIDE DETAILS. MY CAR ROLLED OVER TWICE DOWN A STEEP-ANGLED BUT SHALLOW EMBANKMENT AND THEN ... Read more
1 injured
AIR BAGS
Apr 10, 2014
Incident date: Apr 2, 2012
THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT HAS COME ON A FEW TIMES AND STAYED ON FOR ABOUT HALF A DAY, OR A FULL DAY, BEFORE GOING OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF YEARS. BECAUSE THE LIGHT GOES OFF, I HAVE FIGURED IT WAS JUST AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION AND EVERYTHING WAS FINE. BUT I AM CONCE... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 6, 2014
Incident date: Jan 16, 2013
THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON HAD CANISTER REPLACED THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IT HAS COME ON AND TOLD THE SAME PART NEEDS REPLACING IT HAS BEEN APPROX 5 YEARS WATER KEEPS GETTING IN THE CANISTER NOTIFIED TOYOTA NOTHING THEY CAN DO THIS IS NOT CHEAP TO REPLACE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Mar 14, 2014
Incident date: Mar 13, 2014
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. DEALERSHIP COMES UP WITH CODES P043E, P043F, P0456, P0401,P0402, P2419 EVAP CODES RELATED TO TSB EG047-06. HOWEVER, THIS IS NOT RESTRICTED TO JUST THIS MODEL AND IS CAUSED DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN OF THE FUEL SYSTEM, THAT ALLOWS WATER INTRUSION INTO THE CHARCOAL CAN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 23, 2013
Incident date: Nov 22, 2013
I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND USING CRUISE CONTROL. WHEN I TRIED TO TURN IT OFF, THE LIGHT WENT OFF, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO HOLD SPEED. THE I TRIED TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL AND DECELERATE/ACCELERATE, BUT THE ONLY EFFECT WAS ACCELERATING UP TO 80MPH. STEPPING ON THE BRAKES ONLY SLOWED THE VEHICL... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 31, 2013
Incident date: Jun 7, 2013
SCION XA 2006 WITH JUST 46000 (MOSTLY HIGHWAY!) MILES DID NOT PASS EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO DIAGNOSTIC CODES: P2401, P043E, PO43F, P2419, P2402 INDICATING 'EVAPORATION LEAK/EMISSION PROBLEMS. TOYOTA CUSTOMER RELATIONS STATED THE REPAIR WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY AND REFUSED TO HELP ME WITH THE COST OF REP... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Oct 31, 2013
Incident date: Jun 7, 2013
SCION XA 2006 WITH JUST 46000 (MOSTLY HIGHWAY!) MILES DID NOT PASS EMISSIONS TEST DUE TO DIAGNOSTIC CODES: P2401, P043E, PO43F, P2419, P2402 INDICATING 'EVAPORATION LEAK/EMISSION PROBLEMS. TOYOTA CUSTOMER RELATIONS STATED THE REPAIR WAS NOT UNDER WARRANTY AND REFUSED TO HELP ME WITH THE COST OF REP... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 9, 2013
Incident date: Jul 31, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA SCION XA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A SMALL FIRE THAT ERUPTED IN THE ENGINE WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH. THE CONTACT MERGED OFF THE ROADWAY AND OPENED THE HOOD TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC BUT HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED OR D... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 10, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
MY POWER WINDOW MASTER SWITCH WENT OUT. I COULD NOT PUT MY RIGHT REAR WINDOW UP. I WENT TO MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER WHERE I GET MY MAINTENANCE DONE AND THIS WAS THERE ASSESSMENT. I SEE TODAY ON LINE THAT TOYOTA IS RECALLING VEHICLES DUE TO THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MALFUNCTIONING! I CHECKED AND MY MOD... Read more
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Oct 10, 2012
Incident date: Sep 24, 2012
MY POWER WINDOW MASTER SWITCH WENT OUT. I COULD NOT PUT MY RIGHT REAR WINDOW UP. I WENT TO MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER WHERE I GET MY MAINTENANCE DONE AND THIS WAS THERE ASSESSMENT. I SEE TODAY ON LINE THAT TOYOTA IS RECALLING VEHICLES DUE TO THE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MALFUNCTIONING! I CHECKED AND MY MOD... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 30, 2012
Incident date: Aug 14, 2012
THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED IN REPUBLIC, MO AT THE INTERSECTION OF HWYS. 60 AND P. I ENTERED THE INTERSECTION TRAVELING WEST ON HWY 60, MAKING A LEFT TURN (SOUTH) ON A GREEN ARROW ONTO HWY P. A DRIVER TRAVELING EAST ON HWY 60 RAN A RED LIGHT (SHE CLAIMS IT WAS YELLOW) AND STRUCK MY VEHICLE ON THE FRONT P... Read more
Crash
2 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 23, 2012
Incident date: Jul 21, 2012
STARTED UP THE CAR AND SMELLED A STRONG SMELL OF GAS. DISCOVERED THAT THE FUEL LINE HAD RUPTURED SPEWING FUEL ONTO THE ENGINE CAUSING A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION. THANK GOD WE STOPPED THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY OR WE WOULD HAVE BEEN INCINERATED ONCE WE HAD REACHED HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND ENGINE WAS ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Apr 30, 2012
Incident date: Feb 25, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 TOYOTA SCION XA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH WHEN A BURNING SMELL EMITTED FROM INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 25,5... Read more
Fire
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2006 SCION XA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 35.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 27.0 | 34.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,050 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Subcompact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2006 SCION XA
53 manufacturer communications from 30 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 3 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
S-SB-0015-14 Rev
May 26, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulleti
S-SB-0015-14 Rev
May 26, 2015
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulleti
S-SB-0005-15
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
S-SB-0005-15
May 13, 2015
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
S-SB-0005-15
May 13, 2015
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
S-SB-0023-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
S-SB-0023-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
S-SB-0023-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
S-SB-0023-11 Rev
Apr 10, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
S SB 0024 14A
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions
S-SB-0020-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14.
S-SB-0041-08 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year remanufactured automatic transmissions.
S-SB-0024-14
Oct 16, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin
S-SB-0024-14
Oct 16, 2014
100000 POWER TRAIN
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin
S-SB-0003-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
200000 WHEELS
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
S-SB-0003-11 Rev
Oct 16, 2014
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
S-SB-0040-08 Rev
Sep 30, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
TSB: The purpose of this bulletin is to assist in the identification and location of serial numbers on 2006 - 2014 model year automatic transmissions.
S-SB-0017-14 Rev
Jul 25, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
S SB 0017 14A
Jul 7, 2014
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
S-SB-0017-14
Jul 7, 2014
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to
S-SB-0003-10 Rev
Jun 6, 2014
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
S-SB-0015-14
Jun 6, 2014
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bullet
S-TT-0059-13
Jan 14, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
Scion vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the S
S-SB-0042-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-SB-0042-13
Dec 19, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
S-SB-0037-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
220000 SEATS
All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommend
S-SB-0037-11 Rev
Nov 10, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommend
S-TT-0075-13
Oct 28, 2013
130000 VISIBILITY
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-TT-0075-13
Oct 28, 2013
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
S-SB-0020-11
Oct 1, 2013
100000 POWER TRAIN
The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when
S-SB-0020-11
Oct 1, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when
S-TT-0069-13
Sep 13, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-TT-0069-13
Sep 13, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8
S-TT-0069-13
Aug 27, 2013
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-TT-0032-11 Rev
Jul 3, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only.
S-TT-0032-11 Rev
Jul 3, 2013
190000 TIRES
Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only.
S-TT-0032-11 Rev
May 22, 2013
190000 TIRES
Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
S-SB-0019-13
May 16, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guide
S-SB-0019-13
May 16, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
S-SB-0036-08 Rev
Apr 2, 2013
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate th
S-SB-0036-08 Rev
Apr 2, 2013
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate th
S-SB-0003-10 Rev
Jan 23, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin de
S-SB-0023-11 Rev
Jan 16, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other co
S-TT-0059-13
Jan 16, 2013
140000 AIR BAGS
Scion vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devic
S-SB-0020-11
Jul 31, 2011
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
SSB-0003-10
Feb 4, 2010
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SCION: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD FIX PROCEDURES DES
SSB-0003-10
Feb 4, 2010
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SCION: TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. FLASH REPROGRAMMING ALLOWS THE ECU SOFTWARE TO BE UPDATED WITHOUT REPLACING THE ECU. FLASH CALIBRATION UPDATES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS/ECUS ARE RELEASED AS FIELD FIX PROCEDURES DES
S-SB-003-10
Feb 4, 2010
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
00307
Apr 26, 2007
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
TECHSTREAM ECU FLASH REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE. *KB
01406
Mar 1, 2006
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
POWER SYSTEM INITIALIZATION DURING PDS. *TT
05605
Nov 16, 2005
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0171 OR P2195. *AK
01305
Nov 3, 2005
150000 SEAT BELTS
SEAT BELT EXTENDER. *AK
00501
Nov 16, 2001
010000 STEERING
REPAIR MANUAL SUPPLEMENT: VEHICLE PULLING TO ONE SIDE. TOYOTA ALL MODEL YEARS. *MJ 2002 - 2007 MODEL YEARS. TOYOTA/SCION MODELS. *TT
SCION XA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SCION XA across all model years (2004, 2007).
14
Total Recalls
167
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
38
Reported Crashes
6
Reported Fires
2
Reported Deaths