Every 2010 Scion xD recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Visibility · NHTSA 15V689000
Oct 22, 2015Visibility:Power Window Devices and Controls
- Problem
- Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.
- Risk
- If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.
Full recall details for 15V689000 →Seats · NHTSA 14V169000
Sep 4, 2014Seats
- Problem
- Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Yaris vehicles manufactured August 22, 2005, through May 12, 2010, and 2008-2010 Scion xD vehicles manufactured April 4, 2007, through May 12, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the springs used for the seat rails on the driver's seat and the seat rails of the front passenger seat of three-door models may break.
- Risk
- If the spring breaks, the seat may not lock in position. In the event of a vehicle crash, the seat could move increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
- Fix
- Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat rail, and replace it with a new one, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on July 3, 2014. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Full recall details for 14V169000 →Equipment · NHTSA 10V035000
Mar 2, 2010Equipment:Other:Labels
- Problem
- GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE REQUISITE LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY MODIFICATION LABELS.
- Risk
- THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.
- 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. DEALERS WILL ALSO CORRECT THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 27, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GULF STATES TOYOTA AT 713-580-3300.
Full recall details for 10V035000 →Equipment · NHTSA 10V036000
Mar 2, 2010Equipment:Other:Labels
- 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.
Full recall details for 10V036000 →
2010 Scion xD complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Scion xD, reporting 1 crashes, 2 injuries. Scion has issued at least 70 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Vehicle Speed Control3
- Air Bags2
- Engine and Engine Cooling2
- Seats2
- Equipment1
- Exterior Lighting1
Service bulletins by component
- Equipment (23)
- Engine (10)
- Power Train (9)
- Electrical System (7)
- Visibility (6)
- Seats (5)
Read Scion xD owner complaints and bulletins, every year
What people reported
Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Scion xD. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedCrash
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION XD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TRAFFIC SIGN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.”
2010 SCION XDNov 13, 2014
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10654821
“There is a repetitive problem with mold and AC leaks with the Scion xD. I'm having breathing problems and I feel sick. Geico and Toyota have discovered mold in my vehicle. It is actually visible but I have no idea how long there has been a leak or how long I have been breathing in mold.”
2010 SCION XDOct 27, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11438374
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SCION XD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH SECURELY. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE.”
2010 SCION XDMar 29, 2021
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11405431
“I WAS DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY BEHIND A SLOW TRUCK. WENT TO PASS AND ACCELERATED TO 50 MPH WHEN ENGINE BECAME ABNORMALLY LOUD AND FELT AS THOUGH SOMEONE HAD TAKEN OVER THE CAR AND IT WANTED TO RACE. RPMS WERE MAXED. I FLOORED BRAKES AND GOT VEHICLE TO SLOW TO 40MPH.”
2010 SCION XDJul 11, 2020
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11338781
“THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REVERSE WHEN PROMPTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 125,000.”
2010 SCION XDDec 22, 2015
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 10811790
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