Model year guide

2013 Toyota scion xb

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Toyota scion xb is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2013 Toyota scion xb at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints4

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

2013 Toyota scion xb recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2013 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.

2013 Toyota scion xb common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2013 Toyota scion xb safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Rollover risk: 14.0% — 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 2013 Toyota Scion XB SW 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 XB FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2013 Toyota scion xb trims & engines on record

Trims
N Grade
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 149 hp

2013 Toyota scion xb vehicles on record

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2013 Toyota scion xb — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Toyota scion xb have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2013 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 2013 Toyota scion xb?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are wheels, power train, tires.

What is the 2013 Toyota scion xb safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Toyota scion xb crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (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.