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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2013 Scion xB recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 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 |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 2 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jan 9, 201919V005000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V005000
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| Sep 20, 201818E091000 | Service brakes, hydraulicFailure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18E091000
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| Jan 9, 201818V024000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideAn inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death. DetailsHide details for campaign 18V024000
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Owner complaints by component14
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 36 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 29 |
| Air bags | 4 | 29 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 7 |
| Structure | 1 | 7 |
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
“The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Scion XB. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption, requiring approximately 5 quarts of oil to be added every 1,000 miles.”
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Scion XB. The contact stated while her daughter was driving or idling, the driver noticed an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine.”
- Engine
“The contact owns a 2013 Scion XB. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, the contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated.”
Other Scion xB model years
- 20152 recalls6 complaints
- 20142 recalls9 complaints
- 20132 recalls14 complaints
- 20123 recalls45 complaints
- 20115 recalls54 complaints
- 20107 recalls55 complaints
- 200910 recalls140 complaints
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2013 Scion xB recall questions
How many recalls does the 2013 Scion xB have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Scion xB. The most recent, 19V005000 (reported January 9, 2019), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2013 Scion xB recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 2 campaigns. Others: service brakes, hydraulic (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Scion xB?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 5 complaints out of 14 filed with NHTSA (36%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Scion xB?
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.