The Toyota Scion tC spans 2005–2016 with 0 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.0/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2007, 2008, 2014 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 2005, 2006, 2009. It delivers up to 20 mpg combined and NHTSA-rated safety.
How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.
Overview
The Toyota Scion tC is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 2005 to 2016 across multiple generations.
How to read a Toyota Scion tC VIN — every digit explained
Every Toyota Scion tC carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.
- WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. Tells you it's a Toyota and the country it was built in (real Toyota codes below).
- VDS (4–8) — model, body style, engine, trim & restraints. The 8th digit is the engine code.
- Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
- Model year (10) — the year it was built (e.g. R = 2024, S = 2025).
- Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Scion tC.
- Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.
- JapanJT2 · JT3 · JT4 · JT5 · JT6 · JT8
- USA4T1 · 4T3 · 4T4 · 58A · 5TB · 5TD
- Canada2T1 · 2T2 · 2T3
- Mexico3TM · 3TY
- TurkeyNMT
Digits 4–17 — the engine code (8th), model-year letter (10th) and plant — follow the universal SAE standard, identical on every car. For the full year-code table (2001–2026), country codes and where the VIN is stamped on your Scion tC, see the complete guide to reading a VIN.
How many recalls does the Toyota Scion tC have?
The Toyota Scion tC has 0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2005–2016. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.
Best and worst years for the Toyota Scion tC
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 12 tracked years, the worst years are 2007, 2008, 2014 and the best (fewest complaints) are 2005, 2006, 2009.
ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.
| Year | Owner complaints | Top issue | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Scion tC | — | Best | |
| 2006 Scion tC | — | Best | |
| 2007 Scion tC | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2008 Scion tC | Engine | Avoid | |
| 2009 Scion tC | — | Best | |
| 2010 Scion tC | — | Average | |
| 2011 Scion tC | — | Average | |
| 2012 Scion tC | Engine | Average | |
| 2013 Scion tC | Wheels | Average | |
| 2014 Scion tC | Electrical System | Avoid | |
| 2015 Scion tC | — | Average | |
| 2016 Scion tC | Air Bags | Average |
What are the most common Toyota Scion tC problems?
The most-reported Toyota Scion tC problems are Tires (1 reports), Engine (13 reports) and Wheels (2 reports) — out of 30 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:
Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:
Engine 13 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota scion. During routine maintenance, the technician notified the contact that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. As a result, the oil level was low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed that the vehicle used over a quart of oil in 1,000 miles. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle did not meet the minimum requirements for the manufacturer enhanced warranty coverage. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000. The vin was not provided.
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Scion TC. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The engine consumed a quart of oil every 4.5 miles. Additionally, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that oil was leaking into the piston rings. The contact stated that an unknown code illuminated for the catalytic converter. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
2008 Scion TC engine suffers from an engineering flaw with its Piston Rings, it suffers from excessive Oil Consumption. It started at 65k miles on the engine. Total disaster.
Uses too much oil between oil change. 1quart low at 2000 miles. Should not burn this much oil. I have researched other vehicles having this same issue and this needs to be fixed. I checked Toyota website but it doesn’t show a recall for this car and it is have an issue that needs to be corrected. I scheduled an appointment for Jan 8th and hope they can get it fixed. But after reading what others have experienced for the same reason it will be more money out of my pocket due to Toyota not following through with their manufacturing mistakes. We shall see I guess.
High oil consumtion
My tc has very high oil consumption. Starting day one from oil change, i have to add at least 2 quarts of oil to engine during the 5000 miles oil change. This car is very high oil consumption, i brought to dealer and have it tested twice, but dealer said not qualified. First test was 11-09-15, second test was 07-28-17. My car has no leaking oil, and its odometer 65k currently.
The contact owns a 2007 Scion TC. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware of thick smoke coming from the exhaust. Additionally, the contact stated that she noticed that the vehicle was consuming and abnormal amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 5-quarts of oil every two weeks. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in TSB Number: SB0024-11R2. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was156,000.
Ive been going thru a lot of oil lately and i dont understand why, i have a friend that owns the same car and told me he was going thru the same thing and took the car to toyota and turns out they had a recall about oil consumption so they ended up rebuilding his engine or replacing it. So im wondering if im going thru the same thing. I have to put oil in the car every 2 weeks
I am also one of them that just learned why my 2007 Scion TC is eating the oil. I love this car and wish I would have received the notice about the engine problems back when Toyota may have done something about it. I know that three difference dealerships have my contact info. I will continue to put in a quart of oil each week until that stops helping.
Excessive oil consumption
Electrical System 5 Read
I have a 2014, scion xd, i was driving home in the rain going about 60-65 on the interstate. When my car lost power. My radio went out, a/c off. Lights off, wipers stopped right in front of my face blocking my view and my steering wheel locked. All my dashboard lights came on. Not sure how long power was out but it did come back on. Luckily this time it did not cause an accident i was able to get off the interstate safely when the power came back. I let the car sit and restarted. The check engine light, airbag light and trac off were still on. Big safety concern. Had to have the car towed to the dealership where they told me the computer did not pick up anything. It was just a glitch meaning a problem they could not figure out. What do we do about this? I got the car the end of march not even 3 months old. Only 1743 miles. *tr
I purchased my car back in october brand new no miles. When i was leaving the dealer ship i noticed moisture in the tail lights. I called the dealer ship they said they had to see it happening. It did not happen again till about january. I took my car in and to have them see the tail lights and they said it was a issue and replaced the drivers side tail light due to it being the only one having this issue at the time of my visit. A week after they replaced the tail light it happened again. The dealer ship expressed the concern for safety for this issue and replaced them again. While in there for this visit the owner of the dealer ship came up to me and said its a known issue with the car and that they would try their best to fix this issue. That same night after having them replaced the moisture was back in the tail lights. I returned the dealer ship and showed them it happening again. This time they refused to replaced the tail lights and told me they would contact me. I never received a phone call. I called the dealership a week later and now they are stating that it is normal to get moisture and ice in my tail light. I filed a claim with toyota/scion and i was told its normal. They could not give me an answer to why it is or tell me if there was a fix for the issue. When i brought up my concern for the tail lights possibly shorting out they said if it does to contact them. I also asked what if they do short out and i have no brake lights what would happen. They told me its my job to make it doesn't happen and that its not there problem, having moisture in a sealed tail light with no replicable bulbs is a big safety issue if moisture gets in the wiring or lights and my brake lights short out. They can not give me a straight answer and they are refraining from answering my concerns after the dealer said this next time it happens it becomes a case for the lemon law. *tr
The contact owns a 2008 Scion TC. The contact stated that the trunk rubber seal had melted onto the bumper, causing the battery to drain and the electrical system to fail with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
Literally just bought the vehicle. Only to look into the history of these cars and see that they have a factory defect that was never professionally taken care of. Now anyone like me coming into ownership of these vehicles are punished for something we had no knowledge of nor caused.i was driving my car today down a residential road when all of a suddthe car jerks and dies. It would restart after that. Now mind you i take great care of my vehicles and keep all fluids to their factory suggested levels. I found out later that it spun a bearing thanks to this factory oil defect. So the money i just invested into this car is now a donation. And i either find a new car, buy a new engine or rebuild the engine. All for a problem that toyota soo unprofessionally handled and refused to take ownership of. Now i don't know what car companies keep secrets from the public but i'm sure one that doesn't give one iota of a f!?@ about their customers would allow something like this to pass by without rectifying the issue and making it right.
I just buy it. But its on name of my girlfriend daisy. If you can help me with the recalls i can get please thanks.
Visibility 3 Read
I was getting on the freeway when i heard a really loud boom. I got out of my car. I checked my car and i saw that my top front glass panel all broken. There were no cars in front of me and the damage looks even on both end of the glass panel. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota scion. The contact stated that while driving 72 mph, there was a loud abnormal noise from the vehicle. The contact discovered that the sunroof glass exploded and the glass fell into sunroof visor. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 33,398 and the current mileage was 34,170.
Stress fracture on passenger side windshield. The crack was about 1 inch when first noticed and then spread to about 8 inches within just a few days. It started from underneath the weather stripping and frame on the lower side of the passenger side. It quickly started into a y like shape. I reported it to my local toyota dealer and i was instructed that it was just a freak incident and that my insurance would take care of it. I did have it replaced just a day ago and contacted my dealer to have the stickers replaced, but they made no mention of helping me out with the cost what so ever. I believe this is just another example a bad design and no accountability. I hope this report helps some one else down the road some time. If the windshield cracks again like this, i most definitely am going to trade the car in for a different brand of motor vehicle. *tr
Power Train 3 Read
I have a 2014, scion xd, i was driving home in the rain going about 60-65 on the interstate. When my car lost power. My radio went out, a/c off. Lights off, wipers stopped right in front of my face blocking my view and my steering wheel locked. All my dashboard lights came on. Not sure how long power was out but it did come back on. Luckily this time it did not cause an accident i was able to get off the interstate safely when the power came back. I let the car sit and restarted. The check engine light, airbag light and trac off were still on. Big safety concern. Had to have the car towed to the dealership where they told me the computer did not pick up anything. It was just a glitch meaning a problem they could not figure out. What do we do about this? I got the car the end of march not even 3 months old. Only 1743 miles. *tr
2013 toyota scion. Consumer experienced rpm increase and lack of power with vehicle and abnormal behavior. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer. However, they were unable to determine a problem. A week later, the vehicle lost all power and would not accelerated. The consumer had the vehicle towed to a different dealer, where they determined the clutch disc had failed due to abuse. The dealer replaced it as a courtesy. A year later, the clutch disc failed again. *jb
Literally just bought the vehicle. Only to look into the history of these cars and see that they have a factory defect that was never professionally taken care of. Now anyone like me coming into ownership of these vehicles are punished for something we had no knowledge of nor caused.i was driving my car today down a residential road when all of a suddthe car jerks and dies. It would restart after that. Now mind you i take great care of my vehicles and keep all fluids to their factory suggested levels. I found out later that it spun a bearing thanks to this factory oil defect. So the money i just invested into this car is now a donation. And i either find a new car, buy a new engine or rebuild the engine. All for a problem that toyota soo unprofessionally handled and refused to take ownership of. Now i don't know what car companies keep secrets from the public but i'm sure one that doesn't give one iota of a f!?@ about their customers would allow something like this to pass by without rectifying the issue and making it right.
Air Bags 2 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 toyota scion. The contact stated while at a complete stop, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle and the air bags failed to deploy. The front seat passenger sustained a bump to the back of the head and other internal injuries. A police report was filed of the incident. The vehicle was destroyed. However, the contact was able to drive the vehicle to the residence with caution. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 32,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 (na) toyota scion. While driving 55 mph over a pothole, the air bags deployed without warning. The dashboard was damaged from the air bag deployment. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that the dealer did not service toyota vehicles. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. After the air bag failure, the contact received a recall notification related to the air bags. The nhtsa campaign number was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Steering 2 Read
I have a 2014, scion xd, i was driving home in the rain going about 60-65 on the interstate. When my car lost power. My radio went out, a/c off. Lights off, wipers stopped right in front of my face blocking my view and my steering wheel locked. All my dashboard lights came on. Not sure how long power was out but it did come back on. Luckily this time it did not cause an accident i was able to get off the interstate safely when the power came back. I let the car sit and restarted. The check engine light, airbag light and trac off were still on. Big safety concern. Had to have the car towed to the dealership where they told me the computer did not pick up anything. It was just a glitch meaning a problem they could not figure out. What do we do about this? I got the car the end of march not even 3 months old. Only 1743 miles. *tr
I have newish wheels and tires. Last year i took my car into les schawb to get an alignment done on my car thinking that is what the problem was. The guy afterwards told me he fixed it as well as he could but wondered if i had hit something in the back and that's all he told me. My steering wheel shakes back and fourth rapidly when i am coming to a stop. My car can not drive straight at all either while i'm on the rode. It will pull to the left so i turn it the opposite way just a tiny bit and it pulls my car the other way very hard and it is very scary and dangerous to drive.
Wheels 2 Read
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 toyota scion equipped with toyo n3j7 (na) tires, size p225/45r/18 (na). While driving 65 mph, the tire was punctured by a nail. As a result, the tire flattened and separated in three pieces. The dealer stated that the nail puncture caused the tire damage, but the contact stated that the rims cut the tire into pieces. The contact mentioned that the tires were the original ones purchased with the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 21,640.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 toyota scion. The contact stated that while driving approximate 50 mph, he heard a loud bang. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the rear driver's side tire had exploded. The contact replaced the tire and took the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the rim was fractured and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the replacement of the rim. The vehicle was repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 1,500.
Suspension 2 Read
I have newish wheels and tires. Last year i took my car into les schawb to get an alignment done on my car thinking that is what the problem was. The guy afterwards told me he fixed it as well as he could but wondered if i had hit something in the back and that's all he told me. My steering wheel shakes back and fourth rapidly when i am coming to a stop. My car can not drive straight at all either while i'm on the rode. It will pull to the left so i turn it the opposite way just a tiny bit and it pulls my car the other way very hard and it is very scary and dangerous to drive.
I just buy it. But its on name of my girlfriend daisy. If you can help me with the recalls i can get please thanks.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.
Toyota Scion tC specifications & dimensions
The 2016 Toyota Scion tC. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN. For the original factory build — MSRP, trim and standard equipment — rebuild the Toyota Scion tC window sticker.
| Specs cache warming… |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.
Toyota Scion tC cargo space, seating & interior room
How much the Scion tC holds — passengers and cargo. Seating, cargo and interior dimensions vary by trim and seat configuration — decode your VIN for the exact build.
Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim — the original factory equipment & options list shows what each trim included.
Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Toyota Scion tC tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What MPG does the Toyota Scion tC get?
The Toyota Scion tC returns up to 20 combined MPG (EPA), which works out to roughly $3,100/yr in fuel. Pick an engine to see MPG, annual running cost and CO₂ by year:
The 2016 Toyota Scion tC (4L 6-cyl) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $3,300/yr to fuel.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Scion tC | 17 | 22 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2015 Scion tC | 17 | 22 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2014 Scion tC | 17 | 22 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2013 Scion tC | 17 | 22 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2012 Scion tC | 17 | 23 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2011 Scion tC | 17 | 23 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2010 Scion tC | 17 | 23 | $3,300 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2009 Scion tC | 16 | 21 | $3,450 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2008 Scion tC | 16 | 21 | $3,450 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2007 Scion tC | 16 | 21 | $3,450 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2006 Scion tC | 16 | 20 | $3,450 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl | |
| 2005 Scion tC | 16 | 20 | $3,450 | — | — | 4L 6-cyl |
The 2009 Toyota Scion tC (4.7L 8-cyl) gets 17 mpg combined and costs about $3,650/yr to fuel.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Scion tC | 15 | 19 | $3,650 | — | — | 4.7L 8-cyl | |
| 2008 Scion tC | 15 | 19 | $3,650 | — | — | 4.7L 8-cyl | |
| 2007 Scion tC | 15 | 19 | $3,650 | — | — | 4.7L 8-cyl | |
| 2006 Scion tC | 15 | 18 | $3,900 | — | — | 4.7L 8-cyl | |
| 2005 Scion tC | 15 | 18 | $3,900 | — | — | 4.7L 8-cyl |
The 2011 Toyota Scion tC (2.7L 4-cyl) gets 19 mpg combined and costs about $3,300/yr to fuel.
| Year | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel/yr | CO₂ g/mi | Smog | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Scion tC | 18 | 21 | $3,300 | — | — | 2.7L 4-cyl | |
| 2010 Scion tC | 18 | 23 | $3,100 | — | — | 2.7L 4-cyl |
Source: EPA fuel-economy database (ForCar-hosted, 1986–2027) — best combined rating per engine & year, with EPA annual fuel cost and tailpipe CO₂. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.
See how the Scion tC stacks up against the most fuel-efficient SUVs, or calculate this Scion tC's real yearly fuel cost.
What engines does the Toyota Scion tC have? Power & range
The Toyota Scion tC is offered with 3 powertrains — 4L 6-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl, 2.7L 4-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 4.0L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | RWD | Regular |
| V8 | 4.7L · 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | RWD | Regular |
| 4-cyl | 2.7L · 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | RWD | Regular |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Toyota Scion tC tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Toyota Scion tC is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your Scion tC's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
How much does a Toyota Scion tC cost to own?
A used Toyota Scion tC sells for a median of about $11,953 for a 2016 — most listed between $10,995 and $14,995, from 174 real US listings we track. That real market price is what depreciation eats into, so it's the true anchor of the cost to own:
| Year | Typical price | Market range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Scion tC | $10,995–$14,995 | 13 | |
| 2015 Scion tC | $4,950–$12,995 | 14 | |
| 2014 Scion tC | $5,800–$12,900 | 12 | |
| 2013 Scion tC | $5,200–$12,759 | 11 | |
| 2012 Scion tC | $6,250–$6,999 | 4 | |
| 2011 Scion tC | $3,299–$6,500 | 20 |
For every model year mileage-adjusted, trade-in vs private-party vs dealer pricing and a good-deal check, see what a Scion tC is worth today, or browse used-market prices across all models.
A Toyota Scion tC holds its value well. A typical example keeps roughly 56% of its value after five years — losing about 44% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.
| Age | Value retained | Est. resale value | Lost to depreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 84% | $25,200 | −$4,800 |
| Year 2 | 76% | $22,800 | −$7,200 |
| Year 3 | 68% | $20,400 | −$9,600 |
| Year 4 | 61% | $18,300 | −$11,700 |
| Year 5 | 56% | $16,800 | −$13,200 |
What goes into the five-year cost to own:
- Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Scion tC loses about 44% of its value over five years. See the full depreciation curve by age.
- Fuel — ≈ $15,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
- Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Scion tC ages.
- Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.
Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.
Is the Toyota Scion tC safe?
NHTSA crash-test ratings aren't published for the Scion tC yet — see the top-rated safest cars instead.
Tired of ads? Go Pro.
- Zero ads — clean, fast pages
- Exact mileage-adjusted car values
- Full research reports + PDF
- Market charts & price-drop alerts
- …and much more
How many miles does a Toyota Scion tC last?
A well-maintained Toyota Scion tC typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.0/5.
Check your Toyota Scion tC’s VIN — history, recalls & specs
Title records, open recalls, build details and paint code — straight from the VIN. Free.
Check this Scion tC’s VIN free →All Toyota Scion tC model years
A year-by-year snapshot of the Toyota Scion tC — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.
| Year | Recalls | Best MPG | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2015 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2014 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2013 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2012 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2011 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2010 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2009 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2008 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2007 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2006 Scion tC | 0 | — | |
| 2005 Scion tC | 0 | — |
Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).
Frequently asked questions
What are the worst years for the Scion tC?
By owner-complaint volume, 2007, 2008, 2014 drew the most reports. 2005, 2006, 2009 have the cleanest records.
How many recalls does the Scion tC have?
0 recorded NHTSA recalls across 2005–2016. Always check open recalls by your VIN.
What MPG does the Scion tC get?
Up to 20 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.
How many miles does a Scion tC last?
A well-maintained Scion tC typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.
Is the Scion tC reliable?
Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Scion tC is 4.0/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.
What's the Toyota Scion tC warranty?
New Toyota models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Toyota dealer.
Where is the Toyota Scion tC made?
The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Scion tC's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Toyota may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.
How much ground clearance does the Scion tC have?
Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.