2003 Scion XB recalls & problems

2 recalls 1 complaint

2recalls
1owner complaints
0crashes reported
0fires reported
0 / 0injuries / deaths

NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2003 Scion XB and 1 owner complaint. The part owners complain about most is tires (1 reports). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers – enter your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your car still has an open recall.

2003 Scion XB recalls

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 06E064000 · Jul 17, 2006

Problem: Certain tradesonic combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: Tradesonic will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during july 2006. Owners may contact tradesonic at 626-934-8884.

4,029 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 06E060000 · Jun 29, 2006

Problem: Certain aai motorsports combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above list passenger vehicles. Combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash

Fix: Aai motorsports will notify owners and replace the lamps free of charge. The recall began on august 1, 2006. Owners may contact aai motorsports at 909-923-9188.

87,745 units potentially affected · Full recall details →

2003 Scion XB problems by component

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuries
Tires 1
 000

Latest owner complaints

Tires · Aug 21, 2008 · NY

A cooper lifeliner touring tire with less than eight thousand miles on it (purchased app. Eight months ago) failed on my wife's car. No puncture, no sign of tread damage, but the sidewall of the tire burst open. There was no impact with any object or curb, the car was traveling at around 50 miles per hour. Tire inflation and road condition were optimal. No injuries or damage…

Other Scion XB years

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Scion XB have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls covering the 2003 Scion XB, the most recent one (06E064000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Scion XB?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are tires (1).