2016 Scion TC
Only 6 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 6 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 155 |
| 2006 | 161 |
| 2007 | 117 |
| 2008 | 86 |
| 2009 | 60 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 6 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 6 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: structure.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND WAS REAR ENDED. COLLISION REPAIR SHOP NOTED THERE WAS UNIBODY/FRAME DAMAGE BUT WAS NOT TOTALED OUT. NOW WE CANNOT TRADE IN VEHICLE BECAUSE THE DAMAGE IS SHOWING UP ON THE CARFAX AND NOBODY WANTS TO TOUCH IT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180128
1 of 6 total reports mentions: service brakes.
1 of 6 total reports mentions: seat belts.
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The contact owns a 2016 Scion TC. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front driver's side seat belt retractor failed to function as intended.
NHTSA ODI report, 20250403
SAFETY TIMELINE
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 16V236000 — check if this car was fixed
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
Campaign 16V420000 — check if this car was fixed
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016...
Remedy: Toyota will notify all known owners of the Scion xB and Scion tC vehicles upon which an involved optional TRD Brake Kit could have been installed.
Campaign 18E091000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Scion TC — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for structure issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for seat belts issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V236000 (equipment, tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 16V420000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18E091000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2016 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 2016 Scion TC?
The most-reported component is structure:body, accounting for 17% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 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.