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2016 Scion tC recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 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 |
|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
Safety recalls3
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| 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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| Jun 9, 201616V420000 | Equipment: other labelsAn incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V420000
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| Apr 22, 201616V236000 | TiresAn incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 16V236000
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Owner complaints by component6
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 3 | 50 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 17 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 17 |
| Structure | 1 | 17 |
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
- Seat belts
“The contact owns a 2016 Scion TC. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front driver's side seat belt retractor failed to function as intended.”
- Unknown or other
“While driving on the interstate, all of a sudden, I hear a loud bang. This sound sounded like a tire blew or a gun shot. Then I see glass rolling down the back windshield.”
- Service brakes
“I have a recall on my brakes. I took it to toyota in newnan ga. they said it would be a few hours and I asked for a rental because it was my only day off and I have 3 kids and errands to run.”
Other Scion tC model years
- 20162 recalls6 complaints
- 20152 recalls22 complaints
- 20140 recalls20 complaints
- 20121 recall8 complaints
All years: 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010 · 2009 · 2008 · 2007 · 2006 · 2005
Other Scion models
2016 Scion tC recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Scion tC have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Scion tC. The most recent, 18E091000 (reported September 20, 2018), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Scion tC?
Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 3 complaints out of 6 filed with NHTSA (50%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 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.