2005 Scion XB visibility problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility on the 2005 Scion XB — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“By 2011, both back windows inoperable (motor burned out due to electrical issues) and I am having issues with the air conditioning and electrical dash display. The dealer (avenues toyota in jacksonville, fl) said there are no recalls and instructed me to call toyota directly about the problem. The…”
filed Sep 10, 2011
“2005 scion xb windshield. Rock chips turn into huge cracks! I have never had a vehicle windshield do this. What would the point be in replacing it?! Are there any recalls for these windshields? *tr”
filed Jun 14, 2011
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility problems in other XB years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 XB | 2 | 4% |
| 2009 XB | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 XB | 45 | 13% |
| 2006 XB | 145 | 57% |
| 2004 XB | 7 | 19% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Scion XB
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.