2015 Scion TC Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other TC years
- Fewer complaints than other years 7th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Scion TC. That ranks 7th out of 12 TC model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (6 complaints, 27%), typically at around 19,345 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 3 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 22owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2015 Scion TC problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 27% | 19,345 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 23% | 13,253 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 14% | 36,150 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 9% | 33,999 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 9% | 19,750 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 9% | 36,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 9% | 25,250 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 9% | 64,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 5% | 33,999 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2015 Scion TC recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Risk: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Suspension:rear
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC vehicles manufactured December 3, 2014, to January 30, 2015 and equipped with accessory coil springs as part of an optional Release Series 9 trim package. During installation of these coil springs, the rear suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
Risk: If the rear suspension components were not properly tightened, the rear suspension arms may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts, nuts, rear suspension arms, and rear suspension member sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Scion customer service at 1-866-707-2466.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Scion TC. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained continuously illuminated while operating the vehicle. The contact stated that when the air bag warning light was illuminated, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. However, an…
Whining noise is heard when the clutch petal is released. Noise is coming from the input shaft bearing. Common failure on this model. Mechanic confirmed that is the issue. If the bearing completely fails could leave the car stranded and cause more damage to other transmission components. No warning…
Over the past 4-5 years, 2015 scion tc has had numerous electrical issues. Both driver and passenger electric door locks do not work. Head and tail lamp lights burn out frequently. Seems like a grounding issue? Car failed to start August 2021 due to electrical problems. 3rd party mechanic fixed the…
Rear suspension components were loose on vehicle. My car was purchased with rear trd coilovers installed at factory. Suspension components were improperly tightened according to Toyota dealership who serviced my vehicle. Purchased car stock and never had suspension work done in the past. This is…
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 scion tc. The contact stated that while parked and seated in the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal sound like a shattered glass. The contact exited the vehicle and became aware that the center sun roof glass had shattered. The contact stated that the sun roof had…
Other Scion TC years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 TC | 6 | 2 |
| 2015 | 22 | 2 |
| 2014 TC | 20 | 0 |
| 2013 TC | 9 | 0 |
| 2012 TC | 8 | 1 |
| 2011 TC | 29 | 0 |
| 2010 TC | 20 | 2 |
| 2009 TC | 60 | 3 |
| 2008 TC | 86 | 3 |
| 2007 TC | 117 | 2 |
| 2006 TC | 161 | 5 |
| 2005 TC | 155 | 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Scion TC?
Owners most often report power train, air bags, visibility/wiper problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 6 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2015 Scion TC?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2015 Scion TC a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TC model years, the 2015 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.