2012 Scion TC recalls
Problem: Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain Toyota Racing Development (TRD) brake kits, part numbers PTR09-21111 and PTR09-52080, sold by Toyota as an optional accessory for model year 2008-2015 Scion xB, and 2011-2016 Scion tC vehicles. Over time, the brake hoses in these kits may fatigue and fail.
Risk: Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Toyota will notify all known owners of the Scion xB and Scion tC vehicles upon which an involved optional TRD Brake Kit could have been installed. If the vehicle is equipped with one of the TRD brake kits, it will be replaced with a standard equipment brake kit, free of charge. The recall began…
544 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Equipment · NHTSA 13V123000 · Apr 9, 2013
Problem: Southeast Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2010-2013 Toyota Tundra, 2010-2012 Rav4, 2012 Toyota Sequoia, 2010-2011 Toyota Corolla, 2010-2011 Toyota Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2010-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser, 2010-2013 Toyota Venza, 2010-2011 Toyota 4Runner, 2010-2013 Toyota Tacoma, 2011-2012 Toyota Sienna, 2012 Toyota Prius, 2013…
Risk: An inaccurate label could lead to owners overloading their vehicles and tires. An overloaded vehicle can result in a tire failure which may result in a vehicle crash, personal injury, or property damage.
Fix: Southeast Toyota will notify owners and provide a corrected label with instructions concerning its installation. A small group of the affected vehicles will need additonal remedies which are still being developed. The recall began on May 28, 2013. Owners may contact Southeast Toyota at…
7,525 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Unknown or Other · Jun 18, 2020 · 172,000 miles · CA
I was driving on 60 freeway when my sunroof window exploded/shattered. I'm doing some research and its happening on this make and model frequently. I went to toyota and talked to them regarding if there is recall about it because looks like its a manufacturer defect. I ended up paying for it via my insurance. How can I as a consumer be protected if this a manufacturer defect?…
Visibility · Jun 18, 2020 · 172,000 miles · CA
I was driving on 60 freeway when my sunroof window exploded/shattered. I'm doing some research and its happening on this make and model frequently. I went to toyota and talked to them regarding if there is recall about it because looks like its a manufacturer defect. I ended up paying for it via my insurance. How can I as a consumer be protected if this a manufacturer defect?…
Service Brakes · Apr 15, 2020 · VA
I have a safety recall on my vehicle. *tr
Unknown or Other · Apr 15, 2020 · VA
I have a safety recall on my vehicle. *tr
Visibility · Aug 21, 2019 · 63,200 miles · VA
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 scion tc. While the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, the sun roof exploded without warning or impact. Priority toyota chesapeake (1800 greenbrier pkwy, chesapeake, va 23320, (757) 213-5000) was contacted and advised the contact to call the insurance company. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The…
Visibility/Wiper · Feb 16, 2017 · PR
I was driving to work at 55 MPH. My sunroof was close, air conditioner was on and windows up because it was raining. While driving heard a loud noise thought it was someone that had an impact by other car. When I looked up my sunroof was all of the something gone. I looked in the driveway by my mirror and it was flying like a "freeze biz" for no reason. I try to make a claim…
Structure · Jul 24, 2015 · 13,350 miles · AZ
On my way home on I-10 there was no traffic near me, windows up sunroof closed AC on, my roommate with me we hear what sounded like a gun shot than a shower of glass. We pulled over to find the glass panel in the roof had shattered there was no impact mark(s) I drove straight to the place I got the car(new) (philpot motors in nederland tx) where I was told that they had two…
Unknown or Other · Jul 24, 2015 · 13,350 miles · AZ
On my way home on I-10 there was no traffic near me, windows up sunroof closed AC on, my roommate with me we hear what sounded like a gun shot than a shower of glass. We pulled over to find the glass panel in the roof had shattered there was no impact mark(s) I drove straight to the place I got the car(new) (philpot motors in nederland tx) where I was told that they had two…
Visibility/Wiper · Jul 24, 2015 · 13,350 miles · AZ
On my way home on I-10 there was no traffic near me, windows up sunroof closed AC on, my roommate with me we hear what sounded like a gun shot than a shower of glass. We pulled over to find the glass panel in the roof had shattered there was no impact mark(s) I drove straight to the place I got the car(new) (philpot motors in nederland tx) where I was told that they had two…
Visibility · Jun 29, 2014 · 58,886 miles · CA
Driving to work in california, partly cloudy, around 60 degrees. All windows up, AC off, sunroof closed and visor shut. I am driving in the right lane at 65mph when I hear what sounds like a gunshot in my car followed by glass shattering and spraying over my car. I pullover to see that my sunroof had exploded from the inside outward. The whole in my sunroof is about 1FT 6IN…
Electrical System · Sep 23, 2013 · 31,000 miles · AZ
To date, I have had my vehicle repaired three times for the same malfunction. I worked with manufacturing and sales organizations and I have failed to receive substantiation beyond your organization's due diligence that my vehicle is safe for my family. These organizations have failed to diagnose the specific malfunction with my vehicle (electrical) and subsequently have been…
Air Bags · Oct 23, 2012 · 841 miles · PA · crash · 1 injured
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 scion tc. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 to 15 MPH, he lost control of the vehicle swerved and crash head on into a telephone pole. Upon impact the air bags failed to deploy. The driver received injuries to his head, neck and back. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was pending an…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Scion TC have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2012 Scion TC, the most recent one (18E091000) for service brakes, hydraulic. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Scion TC?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are unknown or other (3), visibility (3), visibility/wiper (2).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2012 Scion TC?
Owners reported 1 crash, 0 fires, 1 injury and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.