2006 Scion XB Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2006 Scion XB recalls

Most common 2006 Scion XB problems

Problem areas named in the 253 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Visibility	147
Vehicle Speed Control	27
Structure	26
Electrical System	12
Latches/Locks/Linkages	9
Unknown Or Other	9
Steering	8
Fuel System, Gasoline	7
Air Bags	7
Power Train	6

What owners report

2026-05-22, Steering
changed from outside lane to inside lane, when I tried to turn right to stay in the middle lane the steering wheel locked sending me into the left hand turn lane and then into a car that was in the next lane, hitting their left rear tire. I told the insurance adjuster about the issue, he told me they would have the car checked, but I don't think he or my insurance company had the car issue inspected or investigated. The accident seemed minor, but the other party is claiming bodily injury. Maybe you guys can see who has the car and get it checked. I have tried asking the Auction company who bought the car, but they would not release that information to me.

2026-05-20, Steering
Was changing lanes from the outside lane to middle lane, when I tried to turn the steering wheel to the right it locked and the car continued straight, crossing the left hand turn lane and it collided with another vehicle in the next lane. After the car came to a stop I again tried turning the steering wheel both Left and right and it wouldn't move. After the car was turned off and restarted the steering wheel would turn left of right. I believe the mechanism that connects from the ignition to the steering wheel must have released while I was driving - locking the steering wheel preventing me from turning the car and avoiding the accident. I asked the insurance adjuster to have the car check

2025-08-06, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2006 Scion XB. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, another vehicle crashed into the rear, pushing it with the impact into an intersection due to the other vehicle still accelerating while rear-ending her vehicle. The contact stated that the other vehicle had lifted the rear end of her vehicle and had almost driven under her. The contact stated that the other vehicle then backed up and went around her vehicle, and left the scene. The contact mentioned that the driver of the other vehicle was intoxicated. The contact stated that she called the police, and she was advised to drive the vehicle off the roadway. The contact stated that she was able to drive

2023-12-04, Equipment
No accidents yet related to this issue, several close calls.

2023-01-25, Service Brakes
When braking, the accelerator had somehow stuck and moved me ahead instead of stopping and caused an accident; running into concrete posts in the parking lot, which by USAA standards, totaled my car; Actually it didn't, but because they didn't want to repair it the settlement totaled it, causing me lots of issues in finding transportation. This was not the first time. It has happened three times with this car. I never went back to the dealer (too far to find out if there was a fix for it, or a recall.) In searching for one, never found it.

2006 Scion XB questions

Does the 2006 Scion XB have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2006 Scion XB: Equipment:Other:Labels; 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 XB?

Based on 253 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Visibility (147), Vehicle Speed Control (27), Structure (26).

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