Toyota Scion Problems by Year
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Toyota Scion, across 4 model years (2012–2016). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (6). The most reported problem area overall is visibility.
Toyota Scion years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Scion model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 Scion: 6 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2013 Scion: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2012 Scion: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota Scion problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Toyota Scion model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Scion | 1 | 0 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2014 Scion | 6 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2013 Scion | 4 | 0 | — | Wheels | |
| 2012 Scion | 3 | 0 | — | Air Bags |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Scion years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (6), 2013 (4), 2012 (3). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota Scion?
Visibility, with 3 complaints across 3 model years.
How many recalls does the Toyota Scion have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.