MYRModel Year Report

2014 Scion xB

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2014 Scion xB
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:51:32.163Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
9

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2014

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 37 complaints 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 253 complaints 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 339 complaints 2009: 140 complaints 2009 2010: 55 complaints 2011: 54 complaints 2011 2012: 45 complaints 2013: 13 complaints 2014: 9 complaints 2014 9 2015: 6 complaints
2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 37 complaints 2004 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 253 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 339 complaints 2008 2009: 140 complaints 2009 2010: 55 complaints 2010 2011: 54 complaints 2011 2012: 45 complaints 2012 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014 9 2015: 6 complaints 2015
2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 37 complaints 2004 2005: 92 complaints 2005 2006: 253 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2007 2008: 339 complaints 2008 2009: 140 complaints 2009 2010: 55 complaints 2010 2011: 54 complaints 2011 2012: 45 complaints 2012 2013: 13 complaints 2013 2014: 9 complaints 2014 9 2015: 6 complaints 2015

2014: 9 complaints

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YearComplaints
20020
20031
200437
200592
2006253
20073
2008339
2009140
201055
201154
201245
201313
20149
20156

Known problem areas

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

3 of 9 total reports mention: engine.

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The contact owns a 2014 Scion XB. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the contact observed an abnormal burning odor.

NHTSA ODI report, 2025-05-13

Air bags

3 of 9 total reports mention: air bags.

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Takata recall, I received the letter from Toyota air bags recall fro my Scion xB 2014, I called Toyota (410 and bandera in san antonio tx ) and refuse to make an appointment for…

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-03-11

Structure

2 of 9 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing roof and pillars and body.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Scion xB. The contact stated that the passenger side running board was detached and hanging from the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-27

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Scion xB. The contact stated that there was premature rust on the roof of the vehicle, which progressed without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who painted the top of the windshield near the roof.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-11-04

Service brakes

1 of 9 total reports mentions: service brakes.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Scion xB. The contact stated that the brake pedal was applied however was lose. The vehicle failed to stop and crashed into a vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries.

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-01-30

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015-02-23Equipment14V828000 Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles.

    Remedy: SET will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began February 23, 2015. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall is SET-14B.

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    2018-11-16Service brakes, hydraulic18E091000 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.

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    2019-02-15Air bags19V005000 Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of...

    Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator, or replace the air bag assembly. The recall began February 15, 2019.

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    2021-09-17Engineering analysisOpen Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

Buy-smart checklist

2014 Scion xB — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V828000 · Equipment
  • Recall 18E091000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
  • Recall 19V005000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2014 Scion xB 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 2014 Scion xB?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2014 Scion xB have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-27 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.