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2008 Scion tC recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2008 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Equipment | 3 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Feb 3, 201010V035000 | Equipment: other labelsTHIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V035000
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| Feb 3, 201010V036000 | Equipment: other labelsA DRIVER MAY OVERLOAD A VEHICLE WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 10V036000
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| Jun 15, 200909V223000 | Equipment: other labelsINCORRECT LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE BEING OVERLOADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09V223000
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Owner complaints by component86
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 27 |
| Structure | 22 | 26 |
| Air bags | 10 | 12 |
| Unknown or other | 8 | 9 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 5 | 6 |
| Visibility | 5 | 6 |
| Suspension | 4 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 5 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 4 | 5 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3 |
| Steering | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 2 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Engine
“Burning oil bad”
- Unknown or other
“Sunroof / moonroof explosion. Driving 50 mph on freeway and what sounded like a gun shot was my moonroof exploding. Nothing hit the vehicle, it just exploded on its own.”
- Engine
“Engine consumes too much oil . Have to refill the oil in my engine about two times in between oil changes.”
Other Scion tC model years
- 20121 recall8 complaints
- 20110 recalls29 complaints
- 20102 recalls20 complaints
- 20093 recalls60 complaints
- 20083 recalls86 complaints
- 20072 recalls117 complaints
- 20065 recalls161 complaints
- 20054 recalls155 complaints
All years: 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005
Other Scion models
2008 Scion tC recall questions
How many recalls does the 2008 Scion tC have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2008 Scion tC. The most recent, 10V035000 (reported February 3, 2010), concerns equipment. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2008 Scion tC recalls for?
The largest group is equipment, with 3 campaigns. Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2008 Scion tC?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 23 complaints out of 86 filed with NHTSA (27%). Across all complaints, owners reported 15 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2008 Scion tC?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.