There are no safety recalls for the 2004 Scion XB, but owners have filed 37 complaints with NHTSA.
2004 Scion XB problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | |
| Visibility | 7 | |
| Electrical System | 6 | |
| Structure | 6 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | |
| Seat Belts | 3 | |
| Power Train | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Visibility › Windshield — 4
- Air Bags › Frontal — 3
- Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 2
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
- Structure › Body › Door — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Seat Belts › Front — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 65,455 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2004 Scion XB complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Air Bags · at 150,000 miles · reported Apr 4, 2019
Air bag light came on AM while driving down a bumpy county road. No error code. Unable to reset. Vehicle mileage right at 150k.
Electrical System · at 70,000 miles · reported Jul 19, 2017
When car is stationary and our intention is to exit the vehicle, the electronic door locks intermittently do not work and cause driver and passengers to be locked inside the car. Cannot manually unlock the car from the inside, but rather, have to open the window, reach outside through the window and insert key in the outside door lock, and then cause unlock from the key outside. Put aside the fact that if we dropped the key outside while reaching through the window from the inside, we would be wrought with more problem - the primary concern is that we cannot escape the vehicle in case of an…
Electrical System · reported Feb 9, 2017
Engine light comes on, will not go off. Have to take it to repair shop so it can be fixed for a time. So it will pass inspection with light off. Soon after the engine light will go on again. This has been going on for many years. Car was in motion, starting car, driving car, forward and backing up. Light is always on. Mechiniac cant find what is wrong. Driving car on street or highway, up hill or on flat street.
Electrical System · at 44,000 miles · reported Dec 8, 2016
The contact owns a 2004 scion xb. While driving approximately 20 MPH, the vsc, ABS, and traction warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on several occassions. The manufacturer was notified. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 44,000. Updated 01/25/2017
Structure · at 71,213 miles · reported Sep 17, 2015
While opening rear hatch the handle pulled off. No undue pressure was used, it literally just pulled off into my hand as I attempted to simply open the door. I have read numerous complaints of this problem with this particular year & model scion , this is obviously a manufacturing defect. Scion/toyota refuses to replace the part without a substantial charge.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Scion XB have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2004 Scion XB as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Scion XB?
Owners report air bags problems most often (8 reports), followed by visibility (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 65,455 miles.
Are Scion recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Scion dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.