Scion tC complaints by model year
693 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 | 22 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | 20 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 29 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 60 | 15 | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 | 86 | 15 | 2 | 3 |
| 2007 | 117 | 21 | 6 | 2 |
| 2006 | 161 | 33 | 3 | 5 |
| 2005 | 155 | 25 | 3 | 4 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2007–2016. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 32 | 23 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 16 | 22 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Visibility | 21 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 8 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 5 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Scion tC recalls (10)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one tC model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16V420000 | Jun 9, 2016 | Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 | 2015, 2016 | 96.5% |
| 16V236000 | Apr 22, 2016 | Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110 | 2016 | 60.6% |
| 15V228000 | Apr 17, 2015 | Improperly Tightened Rear Suspension | 2015 | 91.2% |
| 13V123000 | Apr 9, 2013 | Inaccurate Load Carrying Capacity Labels | 2012 | — |
| 10V035000 | Feb 3, 2010 | LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS | 2005–2010 | — |
| 10V036000 | Feb 3, 2010 | LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS | 2006–2010 | — |
| 09V223000 | Jun 15, 2009 | INCORRECT GVWR LABELS | 2008, 2009 | — |
| 06V408000 | Oct 26, 2006 | SIDE AND CURTAIN SHIELD AIR BAG SYSTEM | 2005, 2006 | — |
| 06V096000 | Apr 3, 2006 | AIR BAG INFLATOR | 2005, 2006 | — |
| 05V483000 | Oct 18, 2005 | GLASS WIND DEFLECTOR | 2005, 2006 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Scion tC FAQ
How many recalls has the Scion tC had?
NHTSA lists 10 recall campaigns that cover at least one Scion tC model year from 2005 to 2016. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Scion tC year has the most complaints?
Among the last 12 model years with settled counts, the 2006 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (161) and the 2016 the fewest (6). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Scion tC problems?
Across the 2007–2016 model years, owners most often name the engine, structure, visibility in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Scion tC get?
EPA rates the 2016 Scion tC at 26 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.