2005 Scion XA
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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 40 |
| 2006 | 71 |
| 2007 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
30% of complaints: air bags — 12 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
LAST FRIDAY ANOTHER CAR HIT UP AND AIR BAG NEVER UP
NHTSA ODI report, 20170828
AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, VEHICLE SPEED WAS 45 MPH. THE ENTIRE FRONT END WAS DAMAGED. SWERVED TO MISS HITTING A DEER, SPUN OUT AND HIT AN EMBANKMENT. POINT OF IMPACT WAS DRIVERS SIDE FRONT AND NOTHING, NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20150724
THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF
NHTSA ODI report, 20190416
10% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, GOING SLOWLY. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE CAR ACCELERATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180620
8% of complaints: steering — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH8% of complaints: electrical system — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
ON AUGUST 20, 2005 I WAS PARKING MY SCION TC 2005 IN MY DRIVEWAY, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR AUTOMATICALLY ACCELERATED. THE CAR TOOK OFF AS IF IT WERE POSSESSED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20050906
5% of complaints: visibility — 2 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN ROSTRA CRUISE CONTROLS, P/NOS. 00012-X0486-01, 00015-X0486-01, 00012-X0486-21, 00016-79910, 00016-79910-01, AND 250-1755, INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON MY 2006-2007 GULF STATES TOYOTA AND
Remedy: THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS WILL NOTIFY THEIR OWNERS AND REPLACE THE CRUISE CONTROL FREE OF CHARGE. ROSTRA WILL NOTIFY PURCHASERS OF THE ATERMARKET CRUISE CONTROLS AND REPLACE THE UNITS FREE OF CHARGE.
Campaign 07E005000 — check if this car was fixed
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
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Toyota Scion xA vehicles.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the SRS ECU, and if necessary, replace the air bag control module, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2018. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371.
Campaign 18V776000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2005 Scion XA — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (12 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07E005000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 10V036000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V776000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2005 Scion XA 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 2005 Scion XA?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2005 Scion XA 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.