2008 Scion xB problems and complaints
Owners have filed 339 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Scion xB. The most-reported areas: Air Bags (132), Visibility (45), Service Brakes (39).
Key takeaways
- 339 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 30 involve a crash, 7 a fire, 24 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 132 | 39% |
| Visibility | 45 | 13% |
| Service Brakes | 39 | 12% |
| Steering | 37 | 11% |
| Engine | 35 | 10% |
| Electrical System | 34 | 10% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 20 | 6% |
| Hydraulic | 20 | 6% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 15 | 4% |
| Structure | 11 | 3% |
| Wheels | 9 | 3% |
| Power Train | 7 | 2% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Electrical System - filed 2026-04-30
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Scion XB. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was approximately 140,000; however, the Carfax report listed the mileage at approximately 230,000.
Steering,service Brakes,engine - filed 2025-07-24
I am writing to report significant safety concerns regarding my 2008 Scion [include model, e.g., tC or xB]. After purchasing the vehicle, I discovered multiple serious mechanical and structural defects that make the car unsafe to operate on public roads. 1. Suspension/Struts – The struts are severely worn and are causi...
Unknown Or Other - filed 2024-03-12
1. Desperfecto de pintura en el bonete. 2. Problemas de pegamento al subir y bajar las ventanas.
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.