2005 Scion XA Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 15%of 40 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,200miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the visibility of the 2005 Scion XA, 15% of the 40 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,200 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Dt: consumer states: head rest is too big and the back windshield is too small. When changing lanes or looking to back out the little spot in the middle one can see through. Its really a problem when driving on the interstate.”
NHTSA complaint #10122560, filed 2005-05, 300 miles“The contact owns a 2005 Scion XA. While driving approximately 60 MPH, the entire sun roof exploded including the glass frame. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10888607, filed 2016-07, 120,000 miles“The contact owns a 2005 toyota Scion XA. The contact stated that she attempted to close the front driver's side window but to no avail. The contact stated that she had to continue to hit the switch in order to get the window to close completely. The contact called the dealer and stated that she needed to bring the vehicle in for inspection. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection and was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was 89,200.”
NHTSA complaint #10488845, filed 2012-12, 89,200 miles“Driving at moderate speed with the windows down makes very loud, low-pitch noises inside the cab that are somewhat painful to the ears and head. Sometimes it's when they are all fully open or at different levels with different combinations open off the four. It's very hard to have the windows down comfortably and not have to deal with this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #10118441, filed 2005-04“Inside rearview mirror intrudes on my line of sight through the front windshield, blocking view of cars and pedestrians approaching at that angle of sight.”
NHTSA complaint #10121226, filed 2005-05Related service bulletins
- 10131996Dec 19, 2013The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10060821Dec 19, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10132141Oct 28, 2013The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
- 10060943Oct 28, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10132298Apr 2, 2013If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2005 Scion XA
14 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Scion XA
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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