2009 Scion XB: excessive oil consumption

11 of the 140 complaints about the 2009 Scion XB describe excessive oil consumption.

owner complaints: 11
of this car's complaints: 8%
recalls: 0

Is there a fix? 58 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Excessive oil consumption by model year

2014
2
2013
3
2012
3
2011
2
2010
2
2009
11
2008
24

What owners say

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 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 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 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

Filed Mar 3, 2017 · Engine · 125,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 toyota scion xb. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle consumed a massive amount of oil. The contact stated that six quarts of oil was placed in the vehicle, and all of it was consumed in a short period of time. The vehicle was diagnosed as having an oil consumption failure. The vehicle was repaired at a toyota dealer where new pistons and rings were placed in the vehicle but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 125,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jan 4, 2017 · Engine · CA

I purchased my 2009 scion xb, 2.4 liter, brand new. I currently have 113100 miles on it. I have routinely maintained my car, but the last year or so, I am concerned because I need to add a minimum of 1/2 quart of oil every week, just to keep the level above the add mark

Filed Jul 26, 2016 · Airbags, Engine · 95,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 scion xb. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed oil prematurely; however, the manufacturer advised that the parts for the warranty repair were not available. The contact was placed on a waiting list for over one year. The contact added that the federal safety agency campaign number: 16v340000 (air bags) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The manufacturer stated that the parts were not available for repair. The contact had not experienced the air bag failure. The failure mileage was 95,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available....updated 10/11/16 *bf

Filed Feb 16, 2016 · Brakes, Engine · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 scion xb. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated. When attempting to make a complete stop, the vehicle would continue to roll before stopping. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake system failed and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact also stated that the vehicle burned four quarts of oil within 3,500 miles. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that it needed to undergo an oil consumption test. After the test, the dealer stated that the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Oct 26, 2015 · Engine · NY

Car using one quart of oil every 1100 miles took to toyota twice for oil consumption test, getting complete run around. They probably dont want to replace engine parts as described in scion forum. People are blowing engines because toyota won't recall, only campaign notice sent out mid year around may 2015. Spoke with toyota torrance california no satisfaction, emailed james lentz, president ceo toyota USA, sent certified letter today 10/26 to jim lentz toyota.

Filed Mar 31, 2015 · Engine · IL

Too much oil consumption.