A cooper lifeliner touring tire with less than eight thousand miles on it (purchased app. Eight months ago) failed on my wife's car. No puncture, no sign of tread damage, but the sidewall of the tire burst open. There was no impact with any object or curb, the car was traveling at around 50 miles per hour. Tire inflation and road condition were optimal. No injuries or damage to vehicle. Tire size: 185/60 r15 dot code: dot ut 90 c53 2806.
The worst 2003 Scion XB problems
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Recalls
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Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Scion XB 2
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What 2003 Scion XB owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Scion XB
Is the 2003 Scion XB reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Scion XB, fewer than a typical XB model year.
What is the 2003 Scion XB year score?
The 2003 Scion XB scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Scion XB: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Scion XB?
Tires, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Scion XB have?
No recalls on record.
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