2005 Scion XB Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 26%of 92 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,500miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the body and structure of the 2005 Scion XB, 26% of the 92 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,500 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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 mechanics can not find out why. This leaves you suddenly with no tail lights which have resulted in being pulled over many times and a few tickets. I have taken to keeping the repair ticket with me to avoid tickets at dawn and dusk. …”
NHTSA complaint #11132065, filed 2018-09, 1 miles“My 10 year old son was simply opening the back hatch to get out a bag and the whole rear door garnish broke off. It broke from simple designed use and now hangs off the vehicle and the hatch will not close properly. Scion issued a warranty enhancement program but it was only good for one year and does not cover my vehicle now even though the part is faulty and the vehicle is now dangerous to drive. Please insist on a vehicle recall so there is no time limit to fix the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10732801, filed 2015-07, 66,000 miles“Went to put my groceries away after leaving the store. Lifted on the rear hatch handle and was surprised to find the trunk still closed and the handle still in my hand. Now my license plate lights and my handle to open the trunk are dangling from the rear of my car.”
NHTSA complaint #10479718, filed 2012-10, 90,000 miles“Earlier in 2011 while accessing the rear of my car through the hatch door, my hatch handle snapped off completely. After further looking into the issue, I discovered that the plastic clips built into the handles broke. My local toyota dealer is aware of the issue and acknowledges that it is a defect with this specific make and model car. On top of that, I have both seen many broken hatch handles while on the road, and read many other incidents similar to mine on several notable Scion forums online. …”
NHTSA complaint #10430084, filed 2011-10, 76,000 miles“The tailgate handle release broke of in my hands, without even pulling on it, on my 2005 toyota Scion XB. I went out to place something into the back of my car and when I pinched the release button and lifted the gate as I have done hundreds of times, the handle snapped off in my hands! After researching this issue I have found hundreds of people who have had the same experience, many have had this happen more than once! Dealerships have even stated, it is faulty part. However, toyota fails to issue a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10430408, filed 2011-10, 59,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10133817Mar 13, 2013Scion has received some reports where the Back Dorr Garnish may loosen. In certain cases, continued usage of the loose garnish could result in breakage of the Back Door Garnish
- 10133816Mar 13, 2013In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door…
- 10133815Mar 13, 2013In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door…
- 10060818Mar 13, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10052591Mar 13, 2013Toyota: see document search button for owner letter. On certain vehicles, a warranty enhancement program is extended to cover back door garnish that loosen or can break with…
- 10133800Mar 12, 2013Some 2004 ? 2006 model year xB vehicles may exhibit a condition where the back door garnish becomes loose, and in some cases continued usage of the loose garnish may result in…
- 10060905Mar 12, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 17% |
| 2014 | 2 | 22% |
| 2013 | 1 | 7% |
| 2012 | 7 | 16% |
| 2011 | 3 | 6% |
| 2010 | 5 | 9% |
| 2009 | 5 | 4% |
| 2008 | 11 | 3% |
| 2006 | 23 | 9% |
| 2005 | 24 | 26% |
| 2004 | 6 | 16% |
Other parts of the 2005 Scion XB
16 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsExterior lighting
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsElectronic stability control
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Scion XB
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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