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2006 Scion TC airbags problems

24 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 52,800. 19 crashes reported.

owner complaints
24
of this car's complaints
15%
typical mileage
52,800
crashes
19
recalls
2

Which part fails

  • Frontal
    4

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Scion TC airbags problems in other years

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Scion TC airbags

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

No deployment 9

Related recalls

Air bags: side/windowReported October 26, 2006 · 29,542 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain vehicles, the side impact seat-bolster and curtain side airbags may inadvertently deploy. This condition can occur if the door for that side of the vehicle is closed with a high rate of force while the vehicle's ignition is in the "on" position or within 90 seconds of turning the ignition key from the "on" position to the "off" position.
Risk
If the side impact seat-bolster and curtain side airbags inadvertently deploy, they could cause personal injury if an occupant is seated on the same side of the vehicle as the door that is closed with a high rate of force. Until the repair has been performed, it is recommended that a minimal force/speed be used to close the driver and passenger doors or closing the doors after 90 seconds have elapsed from turning the ignition key from the "on" to the "off" position.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the two side impact airbag sensors and install a urethane pad in the front doors, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on november 6, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑866‑548‑1851.

Recall number 06V408000 · Recall details

Air bagsReported April 3, 2006 · 133 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which is used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper air bag deployment. In this condition, the expansion force of the gas may be insufficient to properly inflate the air bag when the SRS system is activated during a crash.
Risk
This may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the specific SRS air bag. The recall began on april 6, 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑888‑270‑9371, scion at 1‑866‑548‑1851, or lexus at 1‑800‑255‑3987.

Recall number 06V096000 · Recall details

What 2006 Scion TC owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Mar 25, 2019 · Airbags · 160,000 miles · OR · crash · 1 injury

I was in a car accident I was the passenger .we were on car accident we rolled several times in the airbags never come off. I'm a quadriplegic I broked c6. I flew out off the sun roof.the car was on motion on a stree. I was found 62 feet from the car

Filed May 31, 2017 · Airbags, Seat belts · FL · crash · 1 injury

Car was involved in a multiple flip/rollover in which the driver side seat belt did not lock, causing the driver to thrash about inside the vehicle resulting in multiple skull, spine, and other bone fractures ultimately resulted in the death of the driver. The passenger side seatbelt did lock and the passenger survived. In addition to the seatbelt not locking, none of the air bags deployed. I mean none of them!! Please look into these vehicles in hopes to save someone's life!! Updated 09/19/17 *bf ..updated 12/11/17 *bf *js *js

Filed Dec 18, 2016 · Airbags · TX

Takada recall airbags - was my car affected by this recall?

Filed Jul 31, 2015 · Airbags, Body · 100,000 miles · WA · crash · 2 injuries

Our toyota 2006 scion tc was involved in a head on collision when it was pulling out slowing on a main road and the other truck involved was probably traveling close to 45mph, the car was totaled but not one air bag worked. This car was purchased because it had a high safety rating, however it is just lucky the driver and passenger were not seriously hurt. Had the car not been totaled we would have insisted it be totaled, would never purchase another toyota again.

Filed Apr 19, 2015 · Airbags, Steering · 174,000 miles · FL

The steering wheel airbag sensor light came on and the horn stop working.

Filed Jul 30, 2014 · Airbags · 130,000 miles · VA · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owned a 2006 toyota scion tc. While driving 50 MPH, the contact crashed the vehicle into a tree. The vehicle rolled over three times, but the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained a bruised chest and a passenger's toe was lacerated. A police report was filed and no medical attention was received. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Oct 9, 2012 · Airbags · 100,000 miles · CA

Rear curtain airbags began swelling, causing separation of interior panels. Called scion customer relations and was advised that, because my VIN did not match the recalled units, there was nothing that could be done and that the owner would be considered responsible even though I was experiencing a similar issue as documented in toyota recall no. Ssc 60h. According to their records the proper repairs were already made prior to my purchase. Either this is a continued defect, or the repair was completed improperly as no incident has occurred that would otherwise compromise the integrity of the airbag units. *tr ..updated 11/05/12 *bf updated 11/14/2012

Filed Aug 26, 2011 · Airbags · 62,750 miles · NH · crash

I was driving up spruce street in manchester nh. As I went through a green light at the corner of spruce st and beech st, I was involved in an accident that I was not at fault for, by someone who was not paying attention and went through a red light, as I was going through my green light. I was hit very hard (all the impact was to the front of my vehicle) and I am thankful I had my seat belt on because my airbags did not deploy. The damage to the front end of my vehicle was so bad my car was almost totaled ($7,200 in repairs). I was told by the collision center that "there are many factors that go into the air bags deploying and not deploying" I almost felt as though I was brushed off for something that could have caused me my life. There still has not been anything done with my airbags, I was only told that they "should" be fine.

Filed Aug 18, 2011 · Airbags · 111,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

I owned a 2006 scion tc. It was recently totaled in an accident with over 11,000 dollars worth of damage. The impact was on the passenger front quarter panel and rear passenger panel. The impact also was on the bumper. This is the fourth impact on the front and no airbags have ever deployed. Thankfully, everyone involved in the accident was not seriously injured.

Filed May 10, 2011 · Airbags · 80,000 miles · WA · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota scion tc. The contact was traveling 30 MPH when he crashed into the rear of another vehicle and the air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained a broken sternum, a broken left wrist, left elbow and shoulder. The contact did not inform the dealer or manufacturer of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. A police report was not filed. The approximate failure and current mileage was 80,000. Updated 07/08/11

Questions about the 2006 Scion TC airbags

Does the 2006 Scion TC have airbags problems?

Owners have filed 24 complaints about the airbags of the 2006 Scion TC, 15% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Scion TC airbags problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 52,800 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Scion TC airbags?

Yes, 2 recalls: 06V408000, 06V096000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Scion TC have bad airbags?

The Scion TC model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (24 complaints), 2005 (20 complaints) and 2008 (10 complaints).

Other 2006 Scion TC problems

Visibility 42Body 28Engine 22Steering 12Acceleration 9Brakes 8Electrical 8Fuel system 6Tires 5Locks 4Suspension 4Seat belts 2Transmission 2Driver assistance 1Lights 1Wheels 1

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