2008 Scion XB Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 2%of 339 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 37,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2008 Scion XB, 2% of the 339 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 37,500 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.
“The 1st thing I noticed after starting my car after work was the heater was blowing cold air, even after 4 miles on the road (2 lane road - 40 mpg). About 4 miles further on (freeway - 60+ MPH), I noticed a thin grey cloud behind me, but the evening mists were evident, so I wasn't sure at first if it was coming from my car. I checked the temperature gauge which showed flat cold - unusual! I checked my rearview mirror again, maybe 200 yds later, and there was a paler grey cloud following me. I checked the instrument panel again and there were no warning lights showing. …”
NHTSA complaint #10693440, filed 2015-03, 94,000 miles“Foul smell 5 days after purchase of new car, been into service 9 times deal does not know what to do replace cooling /heating vents and replaced with new.”
NHTSA complaint #10275140, filed 2009-06, 9 miles“The contact owns a 2008 toyota Scion XB. The contact stated that the oil warning lamp illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who stated that there was a defect in the motor. As a result, the engine would have to be rebuilt. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 57,000 and the current mileage was 60,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10456312, filed 2012-04, 57,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 toyota Scion XB. The contact stated that after taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, the contact was advised that the pistons in the engine were not retaining oil as it should. The dealer made repairs to the piston assembly. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered to pay for the part and the contact would have to cover the labor costs. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. Updated 02/03/12 updated 02/10/12”
NHTSA complaint #10440847, filed 2011-12, 70,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 toyota Scion. The contact stated when depressing the brakes, the brake pedal would fall into the floorboard and would feel spongy and soft. In addition, the vehicle was consuming large amounts of engine oil. The dealer was unable to duplicate or locate any failure within the vehicle. The manufacturer confirmed that the vehicle was operating as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 18,000 and the current mileage 46,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10329187, filed 2010-05, 18,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10111500Nov 2, 2015SSB: Some 2007 - 2010 model year tC and 2008 - 2015 model year xB vehicles equipped with the 2AZ-FE engine may exhibit engine oil consumption. The piston assembly has been…
- 10111556Oct 5, 2015WPB: Toyota has received some reports where the vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil consumption. Toyota is now announcing the part replacement phase of Warranty Enhancement…
- 10111552Oct 1, 2015TT: * There has been some concern with 3 Piece Piston Ring installations for 2AZ-FE engines. * This Tech Tip contains the accepted installation method required for Scion vehicles.
- 10134250Sep 30, 2015TT: ? Based on current part order allocation, some piston types have been incorrectly identified while undergoing the ZE7 2AZ Oil Consumption repair procedure. ? Replacement…
- 10134256Sep 10, 2015WPB: Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil consumption. Toyota is now announcing the part replacement phase of Warranty Enhancement…
- 10134468Aug 12, 2015Warranty Enhancement: BACKGROUND As part of our continual efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota has announced a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend…
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Scion XB
132 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
46 complaintsBrakes
39 complaintsSteering
37 complaintsEngine
35 complaintsElectrical system
34 complaintsElectronic stability control
20 complaintsVehicle speed control
15 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsOther or unknown
9 complaintsWheels
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 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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