How many recalls does the 2005 Scion Xb have?

The 2005 Scion Xb has 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign on record.

How do I check if my 2005 Scion Xb has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2005 Scion Xb?

Of 122 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is air bags.

2005 Scion Xb Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2005 Scion Xb has 1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting an estimated 271,417 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the air bags. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

EQUIPMENT 10V035000 2010-02-03 271,417 affected

Defect

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…

Consequence

THIS DOES NOT MEET THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Remedy

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.

Complaints by component

AIR BAGS

811

STRUCTURE:BODY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

VISIBILITY

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

SEAT BELTS

STRUCTURE

TIRES

Total complaints122

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“See attached document for complaint.”

TIRES · reported 2024-08-21

“I rolled the car three times and almost died on [xxx]. The airbags did not deploy. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)”

AIR BAGS · reported 2023-10-23

“Takata recall, airbag”

AIR BAGS · reported 2019-07-27

“The handle to the hatch broke off so many times after properly being repaired we installed a strap handle to the hatch so that we only need to touch the button and pull the strap. The damaged handle would prevent the hatch from shutting properly. The rear tail lights will suddenly blow fuses and…”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2018-08-13

“The handle to the hatch broke off so many times after properly being repaired we installed a strap handle to the hatch so that we only need to touch the button and pull the strap. The damaged handle would prevent the hatch from shutting properly. The rear tail lights will suddenly blow fuses and…”

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · reported 2018-08-13

“The handle to the hatch broke off so many times after properly being repaired we installed a strap handle to the hatch so that we only need to touch the button and pull the strap. The damaged handle would prevent the hatch from shutting properly. The rear tail lights will suddenly blow fuses and…”

EXTERIOR LIGHTING · reported 2018-08-13

“Aer bag lite on dashboard....worried to explode as I ,m driving ??”

AIR BAGS · reported 2018-07-24

“Rear sub frame where the rear axle mounting brackets are rust out. Also side rockers rot out due to poor drainage of plastic side skirts”

STRUCTURE:BODY · reported 2018-05-08

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2005 Scion Xb as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.