2009 Scion XB engine problems

Filed Feb 5, 2024 · Engine · FL

This vehicle type had a oil consumption recall. My vehicle has never been repaired. The car consumes a lot of oil. I went to my local Toyota dealership to have my car repaired under the recall. They would not honor the repair.. my car is a 2009 Scion xB. The recall goes back to 2016. I bought my car after 2016 with low miles. Don't they have to repair by law ? Can you please help me. I am low income on a disability. I need my car repaired thank you

Filed Feb 18, 2020 · Engine · 138,400 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 toyota scion. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to mike bass ford located at 5050 detroit rd, sheffield, oh 44035 (440) 934-3673, for routine maintenance, the contact was informed that the oil level was extremely low. An oil change was performed however, a month later the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was no oil in the engine. There were no oil leaks evident. The contact was referred back to the original dealer who performed the initial oil change. The technician was also unable to find evidence of an oil leak. The VIN tool showed no recalls associated with the failure. While driving at an undisclosed speed a month later, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an unknown mechanic and diagnosed. The contact was informed that due to the oil related failure, a piston went through the cylinder head and that the engine needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The contact was informed that the engine warranty covered up to 140,000 miles. The contact was then informed that the manufacturer would decide whether or not to replace or repair the engine. The failure mileage was 138,400.

Filed Nov 18, 2019 · Engine · 72,000 miles · SC

The 2az-fe engine in my 2009 scion xb consumes oil at very high rate. The low engine light comes on at about 2500 miles during mixed city/highway driving. I went to a local dealer and they confirmed the oil consumption. Corporate toyota told them not to repair the engine as the time for the recall expired. I bought the vehicle new and was never notified of a problem. If the engine seized while driving it may cause serious injury or death. There are many complaints online about different toyota/scion cars with this this particular engine.

Filed Nov 4, 2019 · Engine · 100,000 miles · ND · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2009 scion xb. While driving 75 MPH, the contact heard a noise coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled the vehicle over and discovered flames underneath the vehicle. The contact grabbed her belongings out of the vehicle and called the police. The only warning indicator that was illuminated was the windshield wiper fluid. The fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed destroyed. There were no injuries. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was unknown.

Filed Oct 25, 2019 · Engine · 99,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 scion xb. While operating the vehicle, the engine and oil warning indicators intermittently illuminated. Also, the vehicle would drive very sluggish and would not properly accelerate. The cause of the failures was not determined. World toyota (5800 peach tree industrial blvd, atlanta, ga) and the manufacturer were notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 99,000.

Filed May 2, 2019 · Engine · 244,000 miles · GA

I have excessive oil consumption that is going to lead to my engine locking up while driving. I have to put 4 quarts of oil per week in my car. I have no oil leaks. Toyota put faulty pistons in my car and will not repair it.

Filed Oct 24, 2018 · Engine · 159,000 miles · CA

Between routine oil changes, enough oil had been consumed to cause my engine to seize. I was on the freeway at 65 MPH when the engine began to knock and then stopped on the off ramp, unable to move. I had my car at the dealership earlier this year for a recall and they did not notify me of this problem. Adding a quart per 1000 miles would have saved me from destroying my car. I did not receive a letter or other notification for a enhanced warranty.

Filed Oct 4, 2018 · Engine · 114,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 scion xb. While in traffic, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to shift the gear into neutral and restart the vehicle. The contact drove to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the cylinder failed and needed to be replaced. The contact called bell road toyota at (602) 863-0600 (located at 2020 w bell rd, phoenix, az 85023) and was informed to schedule an appointment for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired due to the diagnostic and repair fees. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not assist. The approximate failure mileage was 114,000.

Filed Mar 14, 2018 · Engine · FL

Oil consumption

Filed Oct 17, 2017 · Engine · TX

My vehicle consume more than 2 quarts of oil per oil change that means my car takes an extra 2 quarts of oil every 3000 miles my engine literally burns the oil there is no leak