2008 Scion xB Base
JTLKE50EX81008006
Vehicle history report for the 2008 Scion xB Base (VIN JTLKE50EX81008006). White, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.4L 4-cyl 158 hp, gasoline. 118,899 mi reported. Registered in Fl. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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Vehicle identity & specifications
What's a 2008 Scion xB worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2008 Scion xB.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2008 Scion xB.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 339 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Scion xB, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 339
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2008 Scion xB.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Scion XB. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of the purchase, the vehicle mileage was approximately 140,000; however, the Carfax report listed the mileage at approximately 230,000.
NHTSA ODI #11734811STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
I am writing to report significant safety concerns regarding my 2008 Scion [include model, e.g., tC or xB]. After purchasing the vehicle, I discovered multiple serious mechanical and structural defects that make the car unsafe to operate on public roads. 1. Suspension/Struts – The struts are severely worn and are causing premature and uneven tire wear. This …
NHTSA ODI #11675868UNKNOWN OR OTHER
1. Desperfecto de pintura en el bonete. 2. Problemas de pegamento al subir y bajar las ventanas.
NHTSA ODI #11577003ENGINE
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SCION XB. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS BURNING OIL EXCESSIVELY WITHOUT WARNING. THE OIL HAD TO BE REPLACED THREE TO FOUR TIMES AFTER AN OIL CHANGE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN…
NHTSA ODI #11242900ENGINE
I JUST PURCHASED MY SCION XB IN JANUARY 2019 AND WITHIN THREE WEEKS I HAD THE OIL LIGHT FLASHING SO I TOOK IT TO GET AN OIL CHANGE AT MIDTOWN TOYOTA IN CHICAGO. WITHIN A FEW WEEKS I NOTICED THAT MY OIL LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AGAIN SO I CHECKED MOTOR OIL AND CAME TO FIND OUT THAT I DIDN'T HAVE ANY OIL. I CALLED MIDTOWN TOYOTA WHERE I HAD MY CAR SERVICED AND…
NHTSA ODI #11195300UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
ON 1/11/19 I TOOK MY 2008 SCION XB TO TOYOTA ONE OF OAKLAND FOR 150,000 MILE SERVICE (MY MILEAGE WAS 104,809 AT THE TIME.) AT THE APPOINTMENT, I EXPLAINED I NOTICED MY CAR USING MORE OIL THAN USUAL. I HAD THE 100,000 MILE SERVICE COMPLETED ON 8/10/18 AND NOTICED I HAD TO ADD ADDITIONAL OIL TO THE ENGINE SINCE THEN, APPROXIMATELY 3 TO 4 QUARTS. THE WEEKEND OF…
NHTSA ODI #11172976ENGINE
MY SCION XB 2008 MODEL WAS RECALLED A COUPLE YEARS AGO FOR EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. AND I WENT TWICE FOR SERVICE AT THE TOYOTA OF NAPERVILLE, I WAS TOLD TO COME BACK AFTER A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF MILES TRAVELED, SO THAT THEY COULD RECALL THE CAR THAT OBVIOUSLY HAD A PROBLEM WITH CONSUMING OIL. THIS WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO APPEASE DUE TO THE DISTANCE OF MY WORK FROM …
NHTSA ODI #11153547ENGINE
OIL CONSUMPTION, I WENT TO FEWER AND APPARENTLY MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED, WHICH I WAS NEVER INFORMED OR NEVER RECEIVED A NOTICE! NOW I'M SCREWED BECAUSE I WAS PLANNING ON KEEPING MY CAR FOREVER AND IT A PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE FIX BY TH MANUFACTURE! I NEVER WAS NOTIFIED AND NEVER REVIVED ANY LETTERS. I WAS TOLD BY TOYOTA CUSTOMER SERVICE THAT IT WAS PROBABLY…
NHTSA ODI #11102258+ 331 more complaints on record.
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JTLKE50EX81008006 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in Japan. It decodes to the 2008 Scion xB.
Does the 2008 Scion xB have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2008 Scion xB. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2008 Scion xB?
Comparable 2008 Scion xB listings run roughly $3,500–$8,000, typically around $5,891 (from 108 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2008 Scion xB get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2008 Scion xB at about 24 mpg combined (22 city / 28 highway).
Data last checked 20 Sep 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.