2004 Scion XB vs 2005 Scion XB
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Scion XB | 2005 Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 37 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 48 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–29 | 28–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 65,455 mi | 65,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Scion XB | Scion XB |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 24 |
| Visibility | 7 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 11 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 10 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2004 Scion XB
2005 Scion XB
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.