2008 Scion XB service brakes problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2008 Scion XB — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I am writing to report significant safety concerns regarding my 2008 Scion [include model, e.g., tC or xB]. After purchasing the vehicle, I discovered multiple serious mechanical and structural defects that make the car unsafe to operate on public roads. 1. Suspension/Struts – The struts are…”
filed Jul 24, 2025
“Power steering shut off and the light is on on the dashboard with the break light too. Car was ok and then start to drive it on highway and all at a sudden the steering light went up and he brake light too and it shuted off the power steering”
filed Oct 12, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other XB years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 XB | 5 | 11% |
| 2011 XB | 2 | 4% |
| 2010 XB | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 XB | 7 | 5% |
| 2006 XB | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 XB | 2 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2008 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.