2008 Scion XD Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 3%of 67 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 135,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the visibility of the 2008 Scion XD, 3% of the 67 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 135,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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 contact owns a 2008 Scion XD. The contact stated that the vehicle windows functioned intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the power window master switch needed to be replaced. Two years prior to the failure, the vehicle was remedied under NHTSA campaign 12v491000 (visibility). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10906035, filed 2016-09, 135,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Scion XD. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 14v169000 (seats), 12v491000 (visibility), and 09v338000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer (steve landers toyota, 10825 colonel glenn rd, little rock, ar) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. …”
NHTSA complaint #11057190, filed 2017-12Related recalls
- 12V491000Oct 10, 2012Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris…Covers: Scion XD 2008–2009, Toyota Camry 2007–2009, RAV4 2007–2009 +10 more
Related service bulletins
- 10185779Dec 11, 2020TT: HVAC drain tube is found to be blocked/clogged.
- 10131996Dec 19, 2013The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10060821Dec 19, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10132141Oct 28, 2013The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
- 10060943Oct 28, 2013Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10132298Apr 2, 2013If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This…
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 4 | 17% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2008 Scion XD
30 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
9 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsSeats
5 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Scion XD
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology