While driving heard a noise like something fell and was dragging in the back. Pulled off and noticed the plastic piece for my trunk had just fallen off. I hadn't been using the trunk.
2006 Scion TC body problems
28 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000. 5 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 17%
- typical mileage
- 55,000
- crashes
- 5
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Body14
- Frame and members2
- Body: roof and pillars2
- Body: hatchback/liftgate2
- Body: trunk lid1
- Body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments1
- Body: door1
- Body: bumpers1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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200k+
Scion TC body problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Scion TC body
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Glass moonroof shatters
Odi's investigation discloses that the subject vehicles sustain moonroof shattering and/or damage at rates comparable to those for most other similarly equipped vehicles.this review also discloses that such incidents occur in most vehicles with moonroofs and that while tempered glass panels commonly used in moonroof fabrication are shatter-resistant, some catastrophic failures do in fact occur.impact with small stones or road debris may result in immediate or delayed shatter incidents, depending on the extent and nature of damage sustained by the glass moonroof panel.the manufacturer concludes that incidents of moonroof shatter are random occurrences that result primarily from impact with small stones or other objects while the vehicle is in motion. A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and this pe has been closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that a safety defect does not exist.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
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What 2006 Scion TC owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Bracket that limits door opening gets caught on window track therefore creating a tear and pulling track back , window comes off the track and is unable to work properly and if forced window will shatter, dealer solution is only to replace automobile door since apparently track can not be replace itself.
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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 toyota scion tc. The contact stated that while at a stop light, there was an abnormal noise and then the front wind deflector fractured. The vehicle was taken to two window repair shops who recommended that the vehicle be taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and diagnosis. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 73,000.
My 2006 scion tc rear trunk handle broke off. It is a common problem. I had tape holding it on for a year or so, and glued it myself. I did not receive any recall notice otherwise I would have fixed it. It is not just the handle to get in to the trunk. This is a 18 inch by 6 inch piece of my car hanging by a wire. I just called scion and they said that is was not a recall but a warranty extension that expired 7 years from the date of car being sold or march 2014. Hopefully it stays on and doesn't fly off on the freeway and cause an accident, because then will not be able to have access to my spare tire or get into my trunk. This should be a recall with no expiration date.
I was driving east bound on the 105 fwy and was keeping a save distance going at approximately 45 MPH since traffic was stop and go, when traffic stopped on front of me. I started to apply the brakes with little to no response and could not stop in time to avoid a collision with the vehicle on front of me. A few minutes before and prior to entering the freeway I had felt something similar on the street and thought it wasn't an issue, however the brakes felt as if they were not responding. The brakes began to respond once again and I proceeded to continue to drive. After the accident I thought that this may not be an isolated incident and thought of reporting this incident to make sure it's addressed for future scion tc owners. My car is now a total loss and my insurance didn't cover it. I'm now seeking for an alternate vehicle so I can continue my internship/work experience.
Moonroof shattered. Driving down the road under calm weather condition no road hazard.
Hatchback door handle broke off in my husband's hand when he was opening the hatch. The handle is made of thin plastic and broke off with normal pressure and use.
I have a 2006 scion tc. The rear hatch handle garnish broke off while driving. It seemed to only be held on by a few plastic clips. I cannot open my back hatch, and am concerned for my safety. Multiple reports have shown this to be a safety hazard- in the event of an accident where driver/passenger doors cannot open, I will not be able to exit the vehicle via the back hatch. Also studies have shown the hole created by the missing part may allow carbon monoxide fumes from the exhaust to enter the vehicle while driving. I have researched there is currently a class action lawsuit in the works and this issue has effected thousands of people. Scion refuses to do anything about it. I have contacted them and was informed there is no recall and they will do nothing to help with the cost of replacing this defective product.
Trunk handle to hatch snapped off as I was trying to open my trunk. Now I can't access my trunk.
Questions about the 2006 Scion TC body
Does the 2006 Scion TC have body problems?
Owners have filed 28 complaints about the body of the 2006 Scion TC, 17% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Scion TC body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Scion TC body?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Scion TC have the most body problems?
The Scion TC model years with the most body complaints are 2005 (31 complaints), 2006 (28 complaints) and 2008 (22 complaints).
Other 2006 Scion TC problems
Visibility 42Airbags 24Engine 22Steering 12Acceleration 9Brakes 8Electrical 8Fuel system 6Tires 5Locks 4Suspension 4Seat belts 2Transmission 2Driver assistance 1Lights 1Wheels 1
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