Scion Xa years to avoid
No model year of the Scion Xa stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Scion Xa years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Scion Xa complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Scion Xa problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags33
- Engine21
- Fuel system18
- Electrical13
- Acceleration13
- Brakes11
- Visibility8
- Tires8
- Transmission5
- Seat belts5
- Lights4
- Steering3
Scion Xa problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 51 | 71 | Airbags | 50,000 | 5 | 13 | |
| 2005 | 73 | 40 | Airbags | 37,200 | 2 | 13 | |
| 2004 | 89 | 14 | Engine | 32,178 | 1 | 2 |
Recalls 5
Questions about the Scion Xa
What years of the Scion Xa should you avoid?
No single model year of the Scion Xa has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Scion Xa?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Scion Xa?
Airbags, with 33 complaints across all years, followed by engine (21) and fuel system (18).
How many recalls does the Scion Xa have?
5 recalls between 2004 and 2006. The 2006 model year has the most, with 5.
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