2006 Scion XA Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

5 safety recalls on file

The 2006 Scion XA has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 71 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 3 fires, 8 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (17 reports).

5Recalls
71Owner complaints
13Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2006 Scion XA recalls

Air Bag Control Module May Short, Causing Unintended Deployment or Deactivation

Recall 18V776Nov 1, 201816,992 vehicles affected

The air bag control module, which manages the supplemental restraint system, may develop an internal short circuit.

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 10V036Feb 3, 2010153,418 vehicles affected

Equipment:Other:Labels

Recall 09V223Jun 15, 200927,080 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control

Recall 07V048Feb 12, 2007716 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control

Recall 07V030Feb 1, 20071,372 vehicles affected

Most common 2006 Scion XA problems

Problem areas named in the 71 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags17
Fuel System, Gasoline11
Engine8
Vehicle Speed Control7
Engine And Engine Cooling7
Electrical System7
Unknown Or Other6
Power Train4
Fuel/Propulsion System4
Seat Belts4

What owners report

2026-06-17, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2006 Toyota Scion XA. The contact stated that while driving through a green light in second gear, another vehicle ran a light from the left and crashed into the driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact's head struck the side window, and the vehicle spun and was able to come to a stop. The Police arrived on the scene; however, a Police report was not filed. The contact received injuries to the ankles, back, and sustained whiplash. Medical attention was sought. The vehicle was able to be driven from the scene; however, the wheel was damaged, causing issues with the alignment. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was
2025-02-27, Air Bags
The airbag warning light started flashing while driving. I checked for recalls and my model year has one for this problem but when I enter the VIN the result says that there isn't a recall for it.
2024-10-04, Service Brakes
Symptom: When brakes are applied, car will violently jerk to the left into the path of oncoming traffic. Countersteering to prevent collision results in left front tire skidding with poor braking. Cause: Initially, the suspected cause was a failed right front brake caliper. However, upon investigation, it was found that the ABS braking module was blocking all brake fluid from going to the right front caliper. Solution: ABS braking module must be replaced. Comment: It should be assumed that if one front wheel brake is disabled, then the other could also be disabled without warning resulting in no braking capability at all. On this vehicle, the rear brakes are also controlled by the
2023-05-19, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2006 Scion XA. The contact stated that while seated in the vehicle while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger’s side air bag deployed without impact and caused the windshield to shatter. No warning light was illuminated. The contact had not sustained an injury. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to replace the air bag; however, the contact was made aware that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V776000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was then taken to another local dealer; however, the dealer also confirmed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised to file a c
2021-10-15, Air Bags
2006 scion XA The dash light indicator for pass airbag stays on, showing problem with that system. Toyota had a recall and my car was supposedly fixed this problem, only to have same problem again 4 mos past the 1 year warranty on repairs. I contacted toyota...they sent me an email saying they would get back to me, and gave me a case #[XXX]. 5 mos. later had not heard from them...so called them. They said they were sorry but I was past the 1 yr warranty on recall repair. I can't understand why NHTSA allows mfg to do temporary repairs on defective systems, and kick the can down the road until consumer is responsible for further repairs, when it should have be fixed right in the 1st place

2006 Scion XA questions

Does the 2006 Scion XA have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Scion XA: Air Bag Control Module May Short, Causing Unintended Deployment or Deactivation; Equipment:Other:Labels; Equipment:Other:Labels; Vehicle Speed Control; Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Scion XA?

Based on 71 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (17), Fuel System, Gasoline (11), Engine (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Scion XA 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.

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