MYRModel Year Report

2009 Scion TC

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2009 Scion TC
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:54:57.649Z

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, 2009 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
2009: 60 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005155
2006161
2007117
200886
200960
201020
201129
20128
20139
201420
201522
20166

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 25%

25% of complaints: engine — 15 distinct reports on file.

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My scion TC is using an extreme amount of oil to where I am putting 2-3 quarts in the motor per week. The extreme usage of oil can cause the engine to blow up due to lack of oil staying in the engine.

NHTSA ODI report, 20240522

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 13%

13% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE WAS ENTERING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT THEN CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AS HE SHIFTED INTO PARK.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121204

2009 TOYOTA SCION. CONSUMER STATES UNINTENDED ACCELERATION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION OCCURRED AS SHE PLACED HER FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR AFTER BEING STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20121031

2009 SCION DRIVING CLEAR WEATHER, DRY PAVEMENT 40 MPH ON THE ENTRANCE RAMP TO A DIVIDED HIGHWAY, SUDDENLY CAREENED OUT OF CONTROL CROSSING 2 LANES, HITTING LEFT GUARD RAIL, SPINNING 180 DEGREES AND HITTING RIGHT GUARD RAIL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100519

AIR BAGS 13%

13% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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I HAD A BAD MVA ACCIDENT ON 6/12/2019 @ 0815AM IN THE MORNING, A LADY T BONE ME WITH FAST IMPACTION, THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY NOR THE SIDE AIR BAG CURTAINS DEPLOYED DURING THE ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190613

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171218

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 TOYOTA SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A HIGHWAY DIVIDER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS HEAD, NECK AND CHEST.

NHTSA ODI report, 20120604

STRUCTURE 7%

7% of complaints: structure — 4 distinct reports on file.

VISIBILITY 5%

5% of complaints: visibility — 3 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090918 — equipment

TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED WITH LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS WH

Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE THEM WITH A NEW, ACCURATE LABEL TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE INACCURATE LABEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 18, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA

Campaign 09V223000 — check if this car was fixed

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

2009 Scion TC — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (15 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09V223000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V036000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V035000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2009 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 2009 Scion TC?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2009 Scion TC have?

3 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.