repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
2013 Scion XBProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 14 owner complaints about the 2013 Scion XB, most often about the engine. It is covered by 2 safety recalls, and for recall 18V-024 the manufacturer reports only 77% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 24, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Chris Yarzab from , USA, CC BY 2.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2013 Scion XB has problems
14 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
5Engine1 crash/fire/injury
4Air bags1 crash/fire/injury
4Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
1Exterior lighting
1Structure
1Fuel/propulsion system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 5 | 1 |
| Air bags | 4 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 4 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2 recalls
2013 Scion XB recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Passenger side: inflator module
Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Scion.
Best & worst years
2013 vs. every other XB year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the XB median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2013 Scion XB, and the recalls they led to.
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator RuptureOpen
In owners' words
What XB owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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. The low oil pressure warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where…
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. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced. The…
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. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The vehicle was then taken to a…
Own a 2013 XB?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.