The most-reported iM run is JTNKARJE9GJ (2016 builds) with 4 complaints, 1.8× the typical run. Power train problems make up 29% of reports; NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for iM model years 2016–2016.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Scion iM has 5 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 100% of every iM complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JTNKARJE9GJ•••••• | 2016 | 1 | — | |
| JTNKARJE5GJ•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| JTNKARJE7GJ•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| JTNKARJE2GJ•••••• | 2016 | — | — | |
| JTNKARJE8GJ•••••• | 2016 | — | — |
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 11 | 5 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 2016 at 2.2 complaints per run; lightest is 2016 at 2.2.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 29% of everything Scion iM owners report: Power Train, 4 of 11 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | — | — | |
| Structure | — | — | |
| Unknown Or Other | — | — | |
| Electrical System | — | — | |
| Seats | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | — | |
| Engine | — | — | |
| Service Brakes | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 1 recall campaign on the Scion iM; the 1 below cover build years 2016 to 2016. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 16V236000 | Tires | 2016 |
How serious were they
Of the 11 reports on the Scion iM, 9.1% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, above the norm.
| Outcome | Scion iM | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 11 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 1 (9.1%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 0 (0%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 57% above the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Scion iM share of that is 11 complaints over 5 runs, 0% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Scion iM VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 11 NHTSA complaints from 5 iM runs and 1 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which iM production run has the most complaints?
JTNKARJE9GJ, a 2016 build, with 4 complaints, 1 of them after a crash. The typical iM run has 2.2.
How many iM complaints involve a crash?
9.1% of 11 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 0 involved a fire.
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