Model year guide

2008 Toyota scion xb

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2008 Toyota scion xb is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2008 Toyota scion xb at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints11

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

2008 Toyota scion xb recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2008 Toyota scion xb.

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.

2008 Toyota scion xb common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
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.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Air Bags
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.

2008 Toyota scion xb safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2008 Toyota Scion xB Wagon w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 49

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. Showing the 10 most recent of 49.

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z3G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Dec 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin ZKG_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Dec 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z2G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Dec 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin ZKG_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z2G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z3G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z2G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

CSP: Customer Support Program ZKG ? Paint Repair Process

Bulletin Z3G_Paint_Repair · Structure · Nov 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin Z3G_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

DL: Toyota has received reports of paint peeling on certain vehicles with the original factory-applied Blizzard Pearl or Super White paint colors. These reports indicate that vehicles with these specific paint colors, applied during the vehicle manufacturing p…

Bulletin ZKG_Dealer_Lette · Structure · Nov 2022

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

2008 Toyota scion xb trims & engines on record

Trims
NORMAL
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 158 hp

2008 Toyota scion xb vehicles on record

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2008 Toyota scion xb — frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Toyota scion xb have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2008 Toyota scion xb. 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 2008 Toyota scion xb?

Across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, structure, service brakes.

What is the 2008 Toyota scion xb safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2008 Toyota scion xb crash-test ratings of frontal 4★, side 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

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