2014 Scion XB Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 33%of 9 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the engine of the 2014 Scion XB, 33% of the 9 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 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.
“Car burning oil, 128000 miles. Oil light can on before oil change was needed. Checked oil level it was really low. No visible leaks. I had to add 1 quart of oil 1 month getting oil changed. I have read that Scion XB has had a problem with oil consumption because of the piston rings in previous models.wondering if my car is having the same problem”
NHTSA complaint #11191190, filed 2019-03“The contact owns a 2014 Scion XB. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the contact observed an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated that on several occasions while inspecting the engine oil, the contact became aware that the oil level was low, and oil was added to the vehicle. The oil warning light was occasionally illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of oil, and that the short block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11660665, filed 2025-05Related 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 2014 Scion XB
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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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