Model year guide

2014 Toyota Scion tC

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Toyota Scion tC is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 3 on record.

2014 Toyota Scion tC — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2014 Toyota Scion tC at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints6
Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2014 Toyota Scion tC recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2014 Toyota Scion tC.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2014 Toyota Scion tC common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Gasoline
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2014 Toyota Scion tC safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 10.9% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2014 Toyota Scion TC 3 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 3

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

TOYOTA: SCION: THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES THE INSTALLATION OF AN TRANSMISSION/PARK NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY. PLEASE REFER TO INFORMATION IN THIS BULLETIN FOR INSTALLING. *LJ

Bulletin S-SB-0025-14 · Power Train · Oct 2014

TOYOTA: SCION: PLEASE REFER TO MANUAL WHEN REASSEMBLING THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER, IF NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED IT MAY CAUSE INCORRECT OR INSUFFICIENT NUT TORQUE. *LJ

Bulletin S-TT-0083-14 · Equipment · Sep 2014

TOYOTA: MANUAL SHIFT LEVER/ PARK NEUTRAL SWITCH. IF SHIFT LEVER IS ROTATED, THE DETENT SPRING MAY BECOME DETACHED FROM THE MANUAL SHIFT LEVER. *LJ

Bulletin T-SB-0049-11REV1 · Power Train · May 2011

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SCION TC FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2014 Toyota Scion tC trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl

2014 Toyota Scion tC vehicles on record

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2014 Toyota Scion tC — frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Toyota Scion tC have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2014 Toyota Scion tC. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Toyota Scion tC?

Across all 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, visibility, fuel system.

What is the 2014 Toyota Scion tC safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2014 Toyota Scion tC an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.