MYRModel Year Report

2007 Scion tC

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2007 Scion tC
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:40:37.184Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Scion tC Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2007 highlighted. 2005: 155 complaints 2005 2006: 161 complaints 2007: 117 complaints 2007 2008: 86 complaints 2009: 60 complaints 2009 2010: 20 complaints 2011: 29 complaints 2011 2012: 8 complaints 2013: 9 complaints 2013 2014: 20 complaints 2015: 22 complaints 2015 2016: 6 complaints 2016
2007: 117 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005155
2006161
2007117
200886
200960
201020
201129
20128
20139
201420
201522
20166

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

ENGINE 27%

27% of complaints: engine — 32 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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VEHICLE BURNING OIL AT INCREASINGLY FAST RATE, LARGE OIL CONSUMPTION. NO OIL LIGHT OR DASHBOARD WARNING. AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY CAR SHUT DOWN... I PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER GOT OUT...MY CAR WAS SMOKING...

NHTSA ODI report, 20180710

Also filed under STRUCTURE and FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

When I bought this car, there was a couple recalls within 5 years of owning. One was fixed. The second was an oil consumption issue that my car passed by 100 miles and I was told it would not be covered.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250330

VISIBILITY 18%

18% of complaints: visibility — 21 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing sun/moon roof assembly and glass, side/rear.

INJURY
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I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY GOING 65 MPH. ALL OF THE SUDDEN I HEARD A REALLY LOUD GUNSHOT SOUND AND THEN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. ALL THE WINDOWS, INCLUDING THE SUNROOF, WERE CLOSED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140203

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WAS NO IMPACT. THE STATED THAT AN OBJECT CAUSED THE GLASS TO SHATTER AND THE CONTACT DOESN'T AGREE WITH THE DIAGNOSIS. THE DRIVERS FINGER WAS CUT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20071015

STRUCTURE 15%

15% of complaints: structure — 17 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing body and frame and members.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 9%

9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY DEATH
AIR BAGS 7%

7% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing frontal.

CRASH INJURY
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I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE I HIT A TRUCK WITH THE FRONT OF MY CAR GOING AT LEAST 30 MPH AND MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH I BELIEVE INCREASED MY INJURY.*JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20071023

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20100527 — equipment

SOUTHEAST TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2011 PASSENGER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS."

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT S

Campaign 10V036000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100527 — equipment

GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL MAIL TO CONSUMERS THE CORRECTED LABEL OR THE CUSTOMER WILL HAVE THE OPTION FOR DEALERS TO INSTALL THE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECAL

Campaign 10V035000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2007 Scion tC — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (32 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for visibility issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (17 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 10V036000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2007 Scion tC reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Scion tC?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Scion tC have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.