2014 Scion xD
Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2014: 4 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
Only 4 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Engine
3 of 4 total reports mention: engine.
Show complaint excerpts
I had just traded cars with my daughter so I could babysit my triplet 14 month old grandchildren. I drove my 2014 Scion Xd without any issues for 3 hours (from Bath, Maine to the border of Vermont).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-16
On 6/27/2025 my car, 2014 Scion Xd, was serviced at Lee Toyota of Topsham, ME for brakes, tire rotation, recommended oil pan reseal. Who was driving? I had just traded cars with my daughter so I could babysit my triplet [XXX] grandchildren.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-05-16
Brief engine knock/rattle noise at cold startup. When starting the vehicle after a cold soak startup, the vehicle exhibits a brief knock/rattle noise from the engine compartment for approximately one second.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-09-20
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 4 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Exterior lighting
1 of 4 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Scion xD. The contact stated that while parked, the rear of the vehicle caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire and stated that there was a wire shortage in the rear passenger side light.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-24
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2014 Scion xD — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel/propulsion system: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2014 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 2014 Scion xD?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 75% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Scion xD have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-27 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.