2008 Scion xD
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
- 67
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Service brakes
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
43% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 67 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 |
| 2008 | 67 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 3 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 2 |
| 2014 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Service brakes
43% · 29 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
Show complaint excerpts
I had an accident in June 2016. Airbag failed. The brake has been giving me problems. It would randomly work and sometimes it doesn't where the car just skids with the pedal on the floor.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-08
Also filed under Air bags
I don't know what went wrong but I was on the way back from work and for some reason as I began to try and break my car maneuvered in a strange way I hit a pothole and the car swerved into the wall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-20
Was stopping behind a line of cars on an exit ramp, mashed brake pedal and brake did not stop car completely,hit truck in front of me rolled back and hit it again rolled back again and finally had to pull emergency brake to get car to stop...
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-20
Also filed under Vehicle speed control
Suspension
16% · 11 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The rear axel beam on the vehicle cracked on the drivers side. It separated at a weld and caused the entire wheel assemble to lean inward (extreme negative camber) and rub against the wheel well.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-26
Vehicle speed control
13% · 9 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Toyota Scion xD. While driving approximately 34 MPH, the vehicle spontaneously jerked to the right. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle would not stop.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-08-01
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Electrical system
10% · 7 reportsElectronic stability control (esc)
9% · 6 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2009-09-21Service brakes, hydraulic09V338000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Scion xD and my 2009-2010 corolla, and corolla matrix vehicles equipped with 1.8L engine and originally sold in or currently registered in the states…
Remedy: Dealers will install a newly designed intake air connector which will relocate the brake system vacuum port. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 21, 2009.…
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2010-05-27Equipment10V036000 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…
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2010-05-27Equipment10V035000 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…
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…
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2012-11-05Visibility12V491000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe…
Remedy: Toyota will notify its owners, and dealers will inspect the switch and apply a special grease that inhibits heat build up or replace any switch damaged by the defect, free of charge. Toyota owners…
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2014-07-03Seats14V169000 Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 22, 2005, through May 12, 2010, and 2008-2010 Scion xD vehicles manufactured April 4, 2007, through May 12, 2010.
Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat rail, and replace it with a new one, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Scion xD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 29 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 09V338000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
- Recall 10V036000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V035000 · Equipment
- Recall 12V491000 · Visibility
- Recall 14V169000 · Seats
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Scion xD 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 2008 Scion xD?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 43% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Scion xD have?
- 5 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.