https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Scion TC. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 03:29:12 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2170694 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Clouster https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2170695 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Clouster https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2153022 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Scion TC. The contact stated that the vehicle was advertised on Facebook Market place with 183,000 miles. The contact stated that while purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the odometer displayed 118,000. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the seller informed the contact that he had discovered there was a mileage discrepa https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2134737 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle is not available for inspection upon request due to the vehicle being in an accident. As a result from the accident, the vehicle was a complete loss and beyond the point of repair. Without pulling the vehicle computer for operation list before accident occurred, it is specifically unknown what component or system failed and or malfunctioned. looking at pictures taken the night of and days https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2134738 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle is not available for inspection upon request due to the vehicle being in an accident. As a result from the accident, the vehicle was a complete loss and beyond the point of repair. Without pulling the vehicle computer for operation list before accident occurred, it is specifically unknown what component or system failed and or malfunctioned. looking at pictures taken the night of and days https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2134739 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle is not available for inspection upon request due to the vehicle being in an accident. As a result from the accident, the vehicle was a complete loss and beyond the point of repair. Without pulling the vehicle computer for operation list before accident occurred, it is specifically unknown what component or system failed and or malfunctioned. looking at pictures taken the night of and days https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2129049 Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Never had a problem with car before went on freeway to get up to speed n the speedometer was dropping so I pull to side of freeway shut car off turn car back on here clunk clunk shut car off no check engine light was on or has been on no oil light was on nothing get car towed back to safe place well check fluid n oils bone dry cars engine blows just started reading n I guess 2005 goes. Threw oil w https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2109174 Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT UNKNOWN. I was unaware of my car's recall notice. I had known only when my car's regular smog check was due. The problem that my car may have had not been confirmed by dealer or independent service center nor has it been inspected by manufacturer, police, or others. There are also no warning lamps or messages of the problem. However, there are symptoms like pushing the brakes when driving my car a https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2080015 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Scion TC. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front driver's side seat belt retractor failed to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed front driver's side seat belt retractor. The contact was informed that the front driver's side seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was n https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2078562 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT When I bought this car, there was a couple recalls within 5 years of owning. One was fixed. The second was an oil consumption issue that my car passed by 100 miles and I was told it would not be covered. For the last few years the oil consumption has gotten worse. I have to put oil in the car when the light comes on, which is anywhere between 1k and 2k miles. As I'm driving, it can smell of burnin https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2067331 Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Burning oil bad https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-2058518 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2006 Scion TC. The contact stated that after performing a vehicle inspection of the engine compartment, he became aware that the coolant reservoir was abnormally low; eventually finding a leak near the rear of the engine. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the cylinder head bolts resulting in a coola https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1993604 Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT My scion TC is using an extreme amount of oil to where I am putting 2-3 quarts in the motor per week. The extreme usage of oil can cause the engine to blow up due to lack of oil staying in the engine. My oil light will flash after couple days indicating low oil. A dangerous situation that can happen is the engine stop working while I'm driving on an interstate and possibly cause a serious acciden https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1899949 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT Engine burning oil https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1898594 Wed, 31 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT Whining noise is heard when the clutch petal is released. Noise is coming from the input shaft bearing. Common failure on this model. Mechanic confirmed that is the issue. If the bearing completely fails could leave the car stranded and cause more damage to other transmission components. No warning lights but noise is very loud. https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1889869 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT While driving on the interstate, all of a sudden, I hear a loud bang. This sound sounded like a tire blew or a gun shot. Then I see glass rolling down the back windshield. After inspecting, it was the sunroof/moonroof that exploded outwords as if there was some pressure from the heat built up.My brother was in the backseat, luckily the windshield was closed. He could have gotten seriously hurt fro https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1867211 Sat, 21 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT Why did the dealer tell me this recall is not associated with my vin when I keep getting recall UNADDREESSED notices for my vehicle? This is a safety reason and a complete disconnect between dealerships and Toyota manufacture. I need this addressed immediately! https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1825347 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE HOUSING AROUND THE AIR CONDITIONER FILLS WITH WATER FROM CONDENSATION, THE DRAINAGE TUBE IS NARROW AND CLOGS, WHICH CAUSES THE WATER TO DRIP OUT OF THE HOUSING AND INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE INTERIOR WHERE IT SWAMPS THE CARPETING FROM FRONT TO BACK. I KNOW AC NORMALLY DOES NOT QUALIFY AS A SAFETY CONCERN BUT TO MY UNDERSTANDING THERE IS ELECTRIC WIRING THAT RUNS UNDER THE CAR https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1825348 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE HOUSING AROUND THE AIR CONDITIONER FILLS WITH WATER FROM CONDENSATION, THE DRAINAGE TUBE IS NARROW AND CLOGS, WHICH CAUSES THE WATER TO DRIP OUT OF THE HOUSING AND INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE INTERIOR WHERE IT SWAMPS THE CARPETING FROM FRONT TO BACK. I KNOW AC NORMALLY DOES NOT QUALIFY AS A SAFETY CONCERN BUT TO MY UNDERSTANDING THERE IS ELECTRIC WIRING THAT RUNS UNDER THE CAR https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1818901 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2009 Scion TC. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, he slowed for a traffic light and the vehicle failed to shift out of third gear. The accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle revved without moving. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle occasionally slipped out of gear and failed to exceed 15 MPH while driving. The contact stated that there https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1807361 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT I have a recall on my brakes. I took it to toyota in newnan ga. they said it would be a few hours and I asked for a rental because it was my only day off and I have 3 kids and errands to run. They then proceded to tell me I dont have a recall. They lied to get out of letting me use a rental or another car. My brakes go bad alot its so unusual. I hope Toyota insures my safety with their lack of ca https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1807066 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Over the past 4-5 years, 2015 scion tc has had numerous electrical issues. Both driver and passenger electric door locks do not work. Head and tail lamp lights burn out frequently. Seems like a grounding issue? Car failed to start August 2021 due to electrical problems. 3rd party mechanic fixed the issue. Toyota Dealer-installed automatic start fails multiple times before starting car. Basi https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1807067 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Over the past 4-5 years, 2015 scion tc has had numerous electrical issues. Both driver and passenger electric door locks do not work. Head and tail lamp lights burn out frequently. Seems like a grounding issue? Car failed to start August 2021 due to electrical problems. 3rd party mechanic fixed the issue. Toyota Dealer-installed automatic start fails multiple times before starting car. Basi https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1807068 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Over the past 4-5 years, 2015 scion tc has had numerous electrical issues. Both driver and passenger electric door locks do not work. Head and tail lamp lights burn out frequently. Seems like a grounding issue? Car failed to start August 2021 due to electrical problems. 3rd party mechanic fixed the issue. Toyota Dealer-installed automatic start fails multiple times before starting car. Basi https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1800585 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Just entered the interstate and was 2 miles from home when the car started shaking cause the car to make a sudden hard right across multiple lanes of traffic going down an embankment and hitting trees. Witness who saw the accident while traveling behind the car saw smoke coming from driver rear tire, then car began to shake and car abruptly went to the right and off the road. Highway patrol stated https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1799661 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT My car is burning oil, like a quart per week I always maintain the oil level, not leaks I just want to know if Toyota can help me, I am a third owner of this car has 94000 miles https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1790438 Wed, 26 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Warranty Enhancement Program – ZE7 OIL Leak Certain 2007-2010 Scion tC Extension of Warranty Coverage for 2AZ Engine Oil Consumption Toyota is now announcing the part replacement phase of Warranty Enhancement Program ZE7 for vehicles exhibiting excessive engine oil consumption. Eligibility for part replacement under this Warranty Enhancement Program is dependent on a Toyota dealer performed engine https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1778532 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT 1. I believe my airbags deployed pre-maturely with a soft impact to another vehicle. There was no damage to the other vehicle and no police report needed to be filed. There is a minor damage to my front bumper. 2. The airbags inflated on me, but no medical attention was required. 3. I have not confirmed or reproduced this problem with a professional. 4. My car has not been inspected nor re https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1768434 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT 2009 Scion tC consumes to much engine oil due to bad pistons installed by manufacture and needs to be repaired before major engine problems occur. I also found out I’m not the only one having this issue. I’ve just purchased the vehicle.8 https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc https://plaincars.com/make/scion-tc#complaint-1765252 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT I took my car to Toyota on August 7th 2021 and was informed my car needed a new engine due to losing three quarts of oil. The employee then informed me my car was under recall but they would be unable to fix the problem because the recall had expired. I never received a letter in the mail instructing me to take my car in for repairs due to this recall.