2007 Scion XB recalls and problems

The 2007 Scion XB has 3 safety recalls and 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Scion dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
3
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2007 Scion XB vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2007 Scion XB recalls

Recall 10V-036: Equipment

Reported Feb 3, 2010 · 153,418 vehicles affected · SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

Problem: Southeast toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 passenger vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.

Risk: A driver may overload a vehicle which may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Recall 07V-048: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Feb 12, 2007 · 716 vehicles affected · SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DISTRIBUTORS

Problem: Certain rostra precision controls' speed controls may have a faulty module. These controls were installed by southeast toyota dealers or at their vehicle processing center on certain passenger vehicles. When the speed control "on/off" switch is pressed once to turn the unit off, the throttle does not return to idle. When the "on/off" switch is pressed a second time, the throttle will return to idle.

Risk: A crash could be cause in the event that the cruise control does not allow the engine to return to idle on the first depression of the "on/off" switch.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and/or replace the speed control module. The recall began on february 28, 2007. Owners may contact southeast toyota at 1-800-301-6859.

Recall 07V-030: Vehicle Speed Control

Reported Feb 1, 2007 · 1,372 vehicles affected · GULF STATES TOYOTA, INC.

Problem: Certain rostra precision controls' speed controls may have a faulty module. These controls were installed by gulf states toyota (Gst) dealers or at their vehicle processing center on certain passenger vehicles. When the speed control "on/off" switch is pressed once to turn the unit off, the throttle does not return to idle. When the "on/off" switch is pressed a second time, the throttle will return to idle.

Risk: A crash could be cause in the event that the cruise control does not allow the engine to return to idle on the first depression of the "on/off" switch.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and/or replace the speed control module. The recall began on march 7, 2007. Owners may contact gst at 1-800-444-1074.

2007 Scion XB problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Visibility1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Air Bags1

Most reported parts

  • Visibility › Windshield — 1

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 2007 Scion XB complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Vehicle Speed Control · reported Mar 26, 2010
By jonathan munson - express-news a churchill high school student was killed and another teenager was injured early saturday when the car they were in veered off the road and struck several trees on the north side, authorities said. Sierra r. Felan, 17, and her passenger, dominic rodriguez, 16, were northbound on wurzbach parkway in a black toyota scion tc when it missed a curve near blanco road just after 1:30 a.m., according to a police report. The car hit several trees before it ended up in the middle of the road. When officers arrived, felan was pronounced dead at the scene. Failure to…
Visibility · reported Nov 8, 2007
I parked my 20069 scion xb in my garage for a few hours. When I returned there was a crack starting at the top of the windshield and went half way down. There was no way someone had been in there and there was nothing that could have hit my window. I took it to the toyota dealer where I bought it they said it was from an impact. I then took it to a few of the local glass repair companies. They told me that it was a stress crack and the dealership refuses to fix it.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2007 Scion XB have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2007 Scion XB: 10V-036 (equipment), 07V-048 (vehicle speed control), 07V-030 (vehicle speed control). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Scion XB?

Owners report visibility problems most often (1 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1).

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.