2009 Scion XB Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 17%of 140 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 100,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the engine of the 2009 Scion XB, 17% of the 140 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 100,000 miles. 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“March 15 my Scion XB spontaneously erupted in flames, we on our way home at the intersection of union tpke and parsons blvd in queens ny, we were stopped for construction traffic when the vehicle began to emit smoke, we pulled into a kfc/pizza hut parking lot, , within minutes flames were coming out from the engine compartment, one of the fire fighters thought it was electrical”
NHTSA complaint #10863097, filed 2016-05, 34,000 miles“Between routine oil changes, enough oil had been consumed to cause my engine to seize. I was on the freeway at 65 MPH when the engine began to knock and then stopped on the off ramp, unable to move. I had my car at the dealership earlier this year for a recall and they did not notify me of this problem. Adding a quart per 1000 miles would have saved me from destroying my car. I did not receive a letter or other notification for a enhanced warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #11142484, filed 2018-10, 159,000 miles“I have excessive oil consumption that is going to lead to my engine locking up while driving. I have to put 4 quarts of oil per week in my car. I have no oil leaks. Toyota put faulty pistons in my car and will not repair it.”
NHTSA complaint #11205274, filed 2019-05, 244,000 miles“The 2az-fe engine in my 2009 Scion XB consumes oil at very high rate. The low engine light comes on at about 2500 miles during mixed city/highway driving. I went to a local dealer and they confirmed the oil consumption. Corporate toyota told them not to repair the engine as the time for the recall expired. I bought the vehicle new and was never notified of a problem. If the engine seized while driving it may cause serious injury or death. There are many complaints online about different toyota/Scion cars with this this particular engine.”
NHTSA complaint #11280936, filed 2019-11, 72,000 miles“A representative from toyota told me if I upgrade to a synthetic blend I would not need a oil change until I pass the 5000mi mark or after 5 months. That was a lie! This past year I have to get oil changes everytime my car hits around 1200 miles. This starting occurring after 105000mi. I went in many times to try to have this fix but they are telling me there is nothing wrong with my car. It's funny because my father had the same car and it would happened to my father as well. Update 9/15/15 cw updated 10/26/2017”
NHTSA complaint #10726481, filed 2015-06, 100,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10111639Aug 29, 2016Warranty Policy Bulletin (POL14-12): Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil consumption. Toyota is now announcing the part replacement…
- 10111628Aug 23, 2016Warranty Policy Bulletin (POL14-12): Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil consumption. Toyota is now announcing the part replacement…
- 10111584Aug 4, 2016Warranty Policy Bulletin (POL14-12): Added the Short Block Release Authorization Flow Chart. Toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil…
- 10091611Jun 24, 2016Warranty policy bulletin (pol14-12): toyota has received some reports where vehicles may exhibit excessive engine oil consumption. Toyota is now announcing the part replacement…
- 10091975Nov 18, 2015"wpb: the engine is covered under the toyota new vehicle limited warranty for 5 years from the date of first use or 60,000 miles (whichever occurs first). However, toyota is…
- 10091971Nov 17, 2015"wpb: the engine is covered under the toyota new vehicle limited warranty for 5 years from the date of first use or 60,000 miles (whichever occurs first). However, toyota is…
- 10111474Nov 12, 2015DD: In limited cases vehicles being serviced for ZE7 will require a replacement short block. Dealers will need to install the dowel pins between the short block and lower…
- 10091957Nov 12, 2015Dd: in limited cases vehicles being serviced for ze7 will require a replacement short block. Dealers will need to install the dowel pins between the short block and lower…
- 10093961Nov 2, 2015"ssb: 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…
- 10096371Oct 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…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 17% |
| 2014 | 3 | 33% |
| 2013 | 5 | 36% |
| 2012 | 8 | 18% |
| 2011 | 6 | 11% |
| 2010 | 4 | 7% |
| 2009 | 24 | 17% |
| 2008 | 35 | 10% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 2 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2009 Scion XB
74 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsElectrical system
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsSeats
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 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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