Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Scion tC. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗Incorrect Load Carrying Capacity Label/FMVSS 110
- Summary
- Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
- Consequence
- An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Improperly Tightened Rear Suspension
- Summary
- Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2015 Toyota Scion tC vehicles manufactured December 3, 2014, to January 30, 2015 and equipped with accessory coil springs as part of an optional Release Series 9 trim package. During installation of these coil springs, the rear suspension components may not have been properly tightened.
- Consequence
- If the rear suspension components were not properly tightened, the rear suspension arms may detach, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bolts, nuts, rear suspension arms, and rear suspension member sub assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Scion customer service at 1-866-707-2466.
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Owner complaints (22)
22 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 22 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 6 | 27.3% |
| Air bags | 5 | 22.7% |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 13.6% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 9.1% |
| Service brakes | 2 | 9.1% |
| Structure | 2 | 9.1% |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 9.1% |
| Visibility | 2 | 9.1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 4.5% |
| Suspension | 1 | 4.5% |
How 2015 compares with other tC years
Best and worst tC years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 117 | 2 |
| 2008 | 86 | 3 |
| 2009 | 60 | 3 |
| 2010 | 20 | 2 |
| 2011 | 29 | 0 |
| 2012 | 8 | 1 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 |
| 2014 | 20 | 0 |
| 2015 | 22 | 2 |
| 2016 | 6 | 2 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,600
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 342 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 30 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2015 tC for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2015 Scion tC FAQ
How many recalls does the 2015 Scion tC have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 16V420000 (equipment), 15V228000 (suspension). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2015 Scion tC problems?
Owners filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (6), Air bags (5), Visibility/wiper (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2015 Scion tC get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic version at 23 city, 30 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2015 tC compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2016 Scion tC model years at least five years old, the 2016 drew the fewest complaints (6) and the 2007 the most (117). The 2015 drew 22. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
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.