2010 Scion XB Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

7 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Scion XB has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (27 reports).

7Recalls
55Owner complaints
4Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 Scion XB recalls

Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants

Recall 19V741Oct 17, 2019928,220 vehicles affected

Frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles were previously replaced under an earlier recall, but the replacement inflators use the same design.

Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments

Recall 19V005Jan 9, 20191,299,448 vehicles affected

The front passenger airbag inflators in these vehicles can degrade over time when exposed to long-term high humidity, high temperature, and temperature cycling.

Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash

Recall 18V024Jan 9, 2018628,018 vehicles affected

Certain passenger frontal airbag inflators in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.

Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal

Recall 16V340May 23, 20161,754,517 vehicles affected

The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.

Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire

Recall 15V689Oct 22, 20151,814,284 vehicles affected

Some Toyota vehicles may have a power window master switch where grease was inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts during manufacturing.

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Recall 10V035Feb 3, 2010271,417 vehicles affected

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Recall 10V036Feb 3, 2010153,418 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Scion XB problems

Problem areas named in the 55 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags27
Vehicle Speed Control5
Structure5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Electrical System4
Engine4
Visibility2
Suspension2
Steering1
Parking Brake1

What owners report

2025-10-16, Electrical System
Vehicle had no dashboard light indicators. While traveling on highway, started to sound like a motorcycle and decelerate. Pulled over and started to smoke from the hood, exited vehicle and smoke turned to flames. Fire deescalated by Fire Dept. and vehicle is a total loss. All maintenance was UpToDate and just passed vehicle inspection for driving test a week prior. Fire cause completely unknown at this time per fire report Area of Fire Origin: 83-Engine area, running gear, wheel area
2025-03-28, Tires
This complaint is concerning Bridgestone All Season Tire (BL 205/55R 16). I was driving on the road and all of a sudden the steering wheel was moving back and forth and the right front tire was bouncing uncontrollably while was while driving. My car was pulling to the right as I drove, creating a dangerously unstable driving condition, This issue posed a significant risk not only to my safety but also to others on the road, as the inability to control the vehicle could result in an accident. I pulled over, and saw that the tire was not flat. I was two blocks from the sister store in Halladale. I asked for the manager to look at my wheel as it is under warranty. The manager said it was a bu
2021-08-28, Suspension
My Scion XB has a set of dealer installed TRD springs front and rear. The springs in the rear have rusted to the point where I question their resistance to breaking and thus the safety of the car when turning a corner. The springs came from the factory with a coating that has quickly worn off an exposed the bare, untreated metal to excessive rust and corrosion. If one of these springs breaks while driving, then the car could be difficult to control and result in a wreck.
2021-07-16, Suspension
The contact owns a 2010 Scion XB. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle would shake and vibrate abnormally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the motor mounts were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Additionally, while driving approximately 25 mph, the front passenger’s side axle failed causing the front passenger’s side of the vehicle to lower. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 225,000.
2021-06-27, Power Train
My car 2010 Scion XB burring oil due to defective piston ring designed by Toyota. This problem should be cover by Toyota even after 150,000 miles or after 10years old. It's is getting worse each year goes by Toyota ignored the piston ring designed problem.

2010 Scion XB questions

Does the 2010 Scion XB have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 2010 Scion XB: Airbag inflator may explode and send metal fragments at occupants; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Explode, Sending Metal Fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal; Power window switch may overheat and cause a fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Scion XB?

Based on 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (27), Vehicle Speed Control (5), Structure (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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.

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