2006 Scion XD Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 29, 2014 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other XD years
Not enough data 8th of 8 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 Scion XD. That ranks 8th out of 8 XD model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 57,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Scion XD
2008 Scion xD photographed in Sterling, Virginia , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2006 Scion XD problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Engine1 · ~57,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine1100%57,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

2006 Scion XD recalls (1)

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Equipment:other:labelsFeb 3, 2010 · NHTSA campaign 10V035000 · 271,417 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.

Fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact gulf states toyota at 713-580-3300.

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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota scion xd. While driving at an unknown speed, the traction control and check engine indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician stated that a part of the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the…

Engine · received Aug 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10629437

Other Scion XD years

2008 XD →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2014 XD40
2013 XD20
2012 XD50
2011 XD31
2010 XD124
2009 XD236
2008 XD675
200611

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Scion XD?

Owners most often report engine problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Scion XD?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2006 Scion XD a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XD model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.