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2004 Scion XB problems

The most common problem on the 2004 Scion XB is airbags, typically around 90,000 miles. It has fewer complaints than a typical XB model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
76/100
Owner complaints
37
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
48
Worst area
Airbags
Fuel economy
28-29mpg

The worst 2004 Scion XB problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Airbags
    7
  • Visibility
    7
  • Body
    6
  • Electrical
    6
  • Acceleration
    4

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Airbags
    7
  • Visibility
    7
  • Body
    6
  • Electrical
    6
  • Acceleration
    4
  • Brakes
    3
  • Seat belts
    3
  • Locks
    2
  • Transmission
    2
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Engine
    1
  • Wheels
    1

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2004 Scion XB 48

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 48 bulletins for the 2004 Scion XB

2004 Scion XB fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
1.5L 4‑cylFWD26-2731-3228-29

What 2004 Scion XB owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 18, 2025 · Driver assistance · CO · crash

The vehicle belongs to a sex trafficker involving minors

Filed Apr 4, 2019 · Airbags · 150,000 miles · NV

Air bag light came on am while driving down a bumpy county road. No error code. Unable to reset. Vehicle mileage right at 150k.

Filed Nov 20, 2017 · Airbags · 90,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 scion xb. When the vehicle was started, the air bag warning indicator illuminated and remained lit. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (larry miller toyota, albuquerque, nm, 505‑545‑8699) where the technician recommended a diagnostic test. The test was not performed and the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

Filed Jul 19, 2017 · Electrical · 70,000 miles · CA

When car is stationary and our intention is to exit the vehicle, the electronic door locks intermittently do not work and cause driver and passengers to be locked inside the car. Cannot manually unlock the car from the inside, but rather, have to open the window, reach outside through the window and insert key in the outside door lock, and then cause unlock from the key outside. Put aside the fact that if we dropped the key outside while reaching through the window from the inside, we would be wrought with more problem - the primary concern is that we cannot escape the vehicle in case of an emergency due to the door lock problem.

Filed Feb 9, 2017 · Electrical · NJ

Engine light comes on, will not go off. Have to take it to repair shop so it can be fixed for a time. So it will pass inspection with light off. Soon after the engine light will go on again. This has been going on for many years. Car was in motion, starting car, driving car, forward and backing up. Light is always on. Mechiniac cant find what is wrong. Driving car on street or highway, up hill or on flat street.

Filed Dec 8, 2016 · Electrical · 44,000 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 scion xb. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vsc, ABS, and traction warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on several occassions. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000. Updated 01/25/2017*ct

Filed Sep 17, 2015 · Body · 71,213 miles · NY

While opening rear hatch the handle pulled off. No undue pressure was used, it literally just pulled off into my hand as I attempted to simply open the door. I have read numerous complaints of this problem with this particular year & model scion , this is obviously a manufacturing defect. Scion/toyota refuses to replace the part without a substantial charge.

Filed Mar 20, 2015 · Electrical · 65,455 miles · CA

Electric door locks have increasingly become a problem. First, the front passenger side stopped working and now has to be manually locked and unlocked. Then the same happened to the passenger side rear, which has to be locked and unlocked manually. Finally, the driver's door has on three occasions, locked me in, forcing me to roll down the window and use my key to get out of the vehicle. I've never had anything like this happen w/ any of the other vehicles I've owned.

Filed Dec 2, 2014 · Body · 76,000 miles · CT

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota scion xb. The contact stated that the rear hatch handle fractured. The contact was not able to open the hatchback from inside or outside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.

Filed Jun 11, 2014 · Locks · 178,850 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 scion xb. While the contact attempted to open the rear hatch, the garnish latching attachment fractured and created sharp plastic edges. After the failure, the rear hatch door could not be opened from inside or outside the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 178,850.

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Questions about the 2004 Scion XB

Is the 2004 Scion XB reliable?

Owners have filed 37 complaints about the 2004 Scion XB, fewer than a typical XB model year.

What is the 2004 Scion XB year score?

The 2004 Scion XB scores 76 out of 100 (average). 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 2004 Scion XB?

Airbags, with 7 complaints, typically around 90,000 miles. Next is visibility (7).

How many recalls does the 2004 Scion XB have?

No recalls on record.

What gas mileage does the 2004 Scion XB get?

Official estimates for the 2004 Scion XB range from 28 to 29 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.5L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 26-27 city and 31-32 highway.

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