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2009 Scion tC recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2009 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 component60
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 25 |
| Air bags | 9 | 15 |
| Structure | 8 | 13 |
| Vehicle speed control | 8 | 13 |
| Visibility | 6 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 4 | 7 |
| Service brakes | 4 | 7 |
| Power train | 3 | 5 |
| Tires | 3 | 5 |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 5 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 5 |
| Electrical system | 2 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 3 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 2 | 3 |
| Steering | 2 | 3 |
5 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
- Electrical system
“sold a AS IS TRADE IN vehicle that had no warning lights on dashboard or window info on safety defective emmisons and ecm and has not been very helpful with my vehicle I have not been able to drive because of safety…”
- Electrical system
“I believe my emmisons had malfunctioning part # 77740-21011 called used auto sales agent 5 mins after purchasing on 3/1 because I was at gas station having unusual fuel pumping problems that made it very difficult to…”
- Engine
“My scion TC is using an extreme amount of oil to where I am putting 2-3 quarts in the motor per week. The extreme usage of oil can cause the engine to blow up due to lack of oil staying in the engine.”
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
2009 Scion tC recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Scion tC have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2009 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 2009 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 2009 Scion tC?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 15 complaints out of 60 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 15 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 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.