2005 Scion TC vs 2005 Scion XA
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 | 2005 Scion TC | 2005 Scion XA |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 155 | 40 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 83 | 42 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22–23 | 30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 52,450 mi | 45,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Scion TC | Scion XA |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 47 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 14 |
| Structure | 31 | 0 |
| Tires | 10 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 5 |
| Engine | 9 | 1 |
| Power Train | 8 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Clunking / rattling | 9 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2005 Scion TC
2005 Scion XA
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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.