2006 Scion XB Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 23about this part
- Share
- 9%of 253 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 56,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 23 complaints about the body and structure of the 2006 Scion XB, 9% of the 253 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 56,000 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 my back trunk door is made of some sort of plastic and living in the south has possibly caused it to start melting. It has slowly melted, dripping tar like material onto my rear bumper of my Scion XB. Every time I open my trunk, the black tar material will end up on my hands and I am unsure of how safe this product is to my health.”
NHTSA complaint #10549256, filed 2013-10, 120,000 miles“2006 toyota Scion XB rear hatch release. It broke without any faulty use. The toyota replacement is not substantial enough to repair the problem. The broken part interferes with the plate lights, the electric hatch release and allows exhaust fumes to enter vehicle through normally covered holes. I just want to list my complaint along with the other several thousand having the same problem. Thank you.”
NHTSA complaint #10481052, filed 2012-10, 58,000 miles“The handle for the back hatch on my 2006 Scion XB has broken. It is still connected by the wires. The handle is very flimsy and there is nothing else to grab onto when trying to open the hatch. I haven't gotten it into the dealer yet, so I don't know how much it will be to fix.”
NHTSA complaint #10297009, filed 2009-12, 65,000 miles“I have a 2006 Scion XB. The back latch (made of fiberglass) has completely broken off on one side. It is impossible to use and is impossible to get into the car using the rear entrance. It is expensive to repair. This is a safety hazard in that if some one was in the car in an accident or if this was the only access to get into the car to help victims access is not available. I have seen 4 cars of this model just in my area that have the same problem. If you have to wait until there is an actual accident this is a inferior system!”
NHTSA complaint #10383378, filed 2011-02, 80,000 miles“I noticed a few weeks ago that when I tried to open the lift gate, that my fingers were covered in a black mushy substance. The switch to open the door was completely melted and would barely open. My wife and I don't usually use the hatch door, so I don't know how long its been in this condition . We have been very happy with the Scion up to this point.I found out that many others are having this same problem and feel totally disappointed in toyota's product. I'm seriously planning on taking this flaw to the media since the door may not even open in an emergency. …”
NHTSA complaint #10533283, filed 2013-08, 26,000 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 2006 Scion XB
148 complaintsVehicle speed control
27 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
9 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsSteering
7 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2006 Scion XB
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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