There are no safety recalls for the 2008 Toyota Scion TC, but owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.
2008 Toyota Scion TC problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine | 5 | |
| Electrical System | 2 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Electrical System › Wiring › Rear Compartment/Trunk — 1
- Electrical System › 12v/24v/48v Battery — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 131,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2008 Toyota Scion TC complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · at 180,000 miles · reported May 19, 2023
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Scion TC. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The engine consumed a quart of oil every 4.5 miles. Additionally, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that oil was leaking into the piston rings. The contact stated that an unknown code illuminated for the catalytic converter. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
Engine · reported Jan 6, 2023
2008 Scion TC engine suffers from an engineering flaw with its Piston Rings, it suffers from excessive Oil Consumption. It started at 65k miles on the engine. Total disaster.
Electrical System · at 92,000 miles · reported Jul 19, 2022
The contact owns a 2008 Scion TC. The contact stated that the trunk rubber seal had melted onto the bumper, causing the battery to drain and the electrical system to fail with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
Engine · reported Dec 30, 2021
Uses too much oil between oil change. 1quart low at 2000 miles. Should not burn this much oil. I have researched other vehicles having this same issue and this needs to be fixed. I checked Toyota website but it doesnât show a recall for this car and it is have an issue that needs to be corrected. I scheduled an appointment for Jan 8th and hope they can get it fixed. But after reading what others have experienced for the same reason it will be more money out of my pocket due to Toyota not following through with their manufacturing mistakes. We shall see I guess.
Steering · at 40,000 miles · reported Sep 17, 2020
I have newish wheels and tires. Last year I took my car into les schawb to get an alignment done on my car thinking that is what the problem was. The guy afterwards told me he fixed it as well as he could but wondered if I had hit something in the back and that's all he told me. My steering wheel shakes back and fourth rapidly when I AM coming to a stop. My car can not drive straight at all either while I'm on the rode. It will pull to the left so I turn it the opposite way just a tiny bit and it pulls my car the other way very hard and it is very scary and dangerous to drive.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Toyota Scion TC have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2008 Toyota Scion TC as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Toyota Scion TC?
Owners report engine problems most often (5 reports), followed by electrical system (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 131,000 miles.
Are Toyota recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Toyota dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.