CarRecallWatchThe 2005 Scion TC has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 155 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 3 fires, 35 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Visibility (47 reports).
2005 Scion TC recalls
Most common 2005 Scion TC problems
Problem areas named in the 155 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Visibility | 47 |
| Structure | 32 |
| Air Bags | 20 |
| Tires | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 11 |
| Engine | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 |
| Power Train | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 |
| Equipment | 6 |
What owners report
Never had a problem with car before went on freeway to get up to speed n the speedometer was dropping so I pull to side of freeway shut car off turn car back on here clunk clunk shut car off no check engine light was on or has been on no oil light was on nothing get car towed back to safe place well check fluid n oils bone dry cars engine blows just started reading n I guess 2005 goes. Threw oil way fast why isn't that noteted anywhere so messed up just did oil change week before this so shocked now I have to try to fix my blown engine single mom not able to make ends meet now this idk what to do
Engine burning oil
1. I believe my airbags deployed pre-maturely with a soft impact to another vehicle. There was no damage to the other vehicle and no police report needed to be filed. There is a minor damage to my front bumper. 2. The airbags inflated on me, but no medical attention was required. 3. I have not confirmed or reproduced this problem with a professional. 4. My car has not been inspected nor reported to my insurance agency as my coverage only covers liability. 5. No symptoms prior to airbags deploying pre-maturely *Because of the pre-mature deployment of my airbags I am unable to afford the airbags to be reset, as doing so would cost more than the kbb estimated value of my car.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 SCION TC. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ACCELERATING FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT, HER VEHICLE WAS T-BONED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN A RED LIGHT. THE ENTIRE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS SMASHED IN AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A BODY SHOP. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND REMINDED BY THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS AN UNKNOWN RECALL FOR THE SIDE AIR BAGS FOR WHICH THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR IN 2006. THE MANUFACTURER RESPONDED WITH A LETTER, STATING THAT THEY ASSIGNED AN ENGINEER TO DIAGNOSE THE VEHICLE. BASED ON THEIR INSPECTION,
GLASS ROOF SHATTERED UNPROVOKED
2005 Scion TC questions
Does the 2005 Scion TC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2005 Scion TC: Equipment:Other:Labels; Air Bags:Side/Window; Air Bags; Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Scion TC?
Based on 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (47), Structure (32), Air Bags (20).
How do I check if a recall on my 2005 Scion TC has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.