2005 Scion TC
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 2005 Scion TC. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
4 recalls name the 2005 Scion TC. Newest first.
Gulf states toyota IS recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between september 1, 2005 and june 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This does not meet the standard requirements.
Remedy
Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. the safety recall began on may 27, 2010. owners may contact gulf states toyota at 713-580-3300.
On certain vehicles, the side impact seat-bolster and curtain side airbags may inadvertently deploy. this condition can occur if the door for that side of the vehicle IS closed with a high rate of force while the vehicle's ignition IS in the "on" position or within 90 seconds of turning the ignition key from the "on" position to the "off" position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the side impact seat-bolster and curtain side airbags inadvertently deploy, they could cause personal injury if an occupant IS seated on the same side of the vehicle as the door that IS closed with a high rate of force. until the repair has been performed, it IS recommended that a minimal force/speed be used to close the driver and passenger doors or closing the doors after 90 seconds have elapsed from turning the ignition key from the "on" to the "off" position.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the two side impact airbag sensors and install a urethane pad in the front doors, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on november 6, 2006. owners may contact toyota at 1-866-548-1851.
On certain vehicles, due to improper assembly of the air bag inflator, which IS used in the side air bag, the curtain shield air bag, and the knee air bag assembly, some inflators were produced with an insufficient amount of the heating agents necessary for proper air bag deployment. in this condition, the expansion force of the gas may be insufficient to…
Risk and remedy
Risk
This may increase the risk of injury to the occupant in the involved seating position in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the specific srs air bag. the recall began on april 6, 2006. owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371, scion at 1-866-548-1851, or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a glass wind deflector, the deflector, if impacted by a projectile, such as road debris, while driving with the wind deflector in the upward-tilted position at highways speeds, may shatter and separate from the frame.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Pieces of the wind deflector glass may separate from the frame and fall upon the vehicle occupants causing driver distraction and/or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protective laminate to the wind deflector to prevent pieces of glass from separating from the wind deflector frame. the recall began october 27, 2005. owners may contact toyota at 1-866-707-2466.
Owner complaints
155 complaints25 involved a crash3 involved a fire35 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine
Never had a problem with car before went on freeway to get up to speed n the speedometer was dropping so I pull to side of freeway shut car off turn car back on here clunk clunk shut car off no check engine light was on or has been on no oil light was on nothing get car towed back to safe place…
Never had a problem with car before went on freeway to get up to speed n the speedometer was dropping so I pull to side of freeway shut car off turn car back on here clunk clunk shut car off no check engine light was on or has been on no oil light was on nothing get car towed back to safe place well check fluid n oils bone dry cars engine blows just started reading n I guess 2005 goes. Threw oil way fast why isn't that noteted anywhere so messed up just did oil change week before this so shocked now I have to try to fix my blown engine single mom not able to make ends meet now this idk what to do
- Engine
Engine burning oil
- Air bags
1. I believe my airbags deployed pre-maturely with a soft impact to another vehicle. There was no damage to the other vehicle and no police report needed to be filed. There is a minor damage to my front bumper. 2. The airbags inflated on me, but no medical attention was required. 3. I have…
1. I believe my airbags deployed pre-maturely with a soft impact to another vehicle. There was no damage to the other vehicle and no police report needed to be filed. There is a minor damage to my front bumper. 2. The airbags inflated on me, but no medical attention was required. 3. I have not confirmed or reproduced this problem with a professional. 4. My car has not been inspected nor reported to my insurance agency as my coverage only covers liability. 5. No symptoms prior to airbags deploying pre-maturely *Because of the pre-mature deployment of my airbags I am unable to afford the airbags to be reset, as doing so would cost more than the kbb estimated value of my car.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2005 scion tc. While the contact was accelerating from a traffic light, her vehicle was t-boned by another vehicle that ran a red light. The entire driver's side of the vehicle was smashed in and the vehicle was totaled. There were no injuries. The side curtain air bags and…
TL* the contact owned a 2005 scion tc. While the contact was accelerating from a traffic light, her vehicle was t-boned by another vehicle that ran a red light. The entire driver's side of the vehicle was smashed in and the vehicle was totaled. There were no injuries. The side curtain air bags and driver's side air bag did not deploy. A police report was filed and the vehicle was towed to a body shop. The manufacturer was contacted and reminded by the contact that there was an unknown recall for the side air bags for which the vehicle was repaired for in 2006. The manufacturer responded with a letter, stating that they assigned an engineer to diagnose the vehicle. Based on their inspection, they did not find enough frontal damage to command the deployment of the side air bags. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 91,400. *Bf*jb
- Unknown or other
Glass roof shattered unprovoked
- Air bags
Takata recall?? airbags failed, during accident. After being cutoff and going down route x. Lost control hiding concrete. Car flipped, was dragged a few feet's - no airbags. Passenger still has anxiety when getting into vehicles-the one thing you'd think would respond didn't. How do we ever get the sense of security back. *Dt *tr
- Engine · Power train · Unknown or other
I purchased a red 2005 scion tc for my daughter in february, 2019 from toyota auto nation in davie, fl. they had it priced in good condition, so I expected to get some use out of it. I paid almost $6,000. Month later it overheated on the highway (595) and my daughter had to pull over late at…
I purchased a red 2005 scion tc for my daughter in february, 2019 from toyota auto nation in davie, fl. they had it priced in good condition, so I expected to get some use out of it. I paid almost $6,000. Month later it overheated on the highway (595) and my daughter had to pull over late at night on the highway and I had to have it towed to my home. Very scary and unsafe situation for a teen. had it towed back to their service station and it turned out to be a problem, that cost me $600. I find it hard to believe that this company would not have seen any damage under the hood. shame on them for selling me a car that broke down in one month. I have called them and they will not help with the payment. it IS 'as IS' I called and text the sales girl and never received a call back or response. finally put a bad review on their website and received an e-mail to contact manager to help with the situation, only to find out that was an automated email and again told 'too bad'. It IS now july and yet again it broke down on my daughter as she was at the gas station. it would not start up after she turned it off. tried to jump it and nothing. once again headed to go to the dealership service station. At first was told it was only the battery, so I say go ahead, I will pay the $140 and replace it and we will go from there. Only to get another callback from the manager stating that there IS more wrong with the car, that after the $89 five point check on the vehicle and replacing the battery that it still did not start. they would have to keep it over the weekend. it IS costing me an arm and a leg and I need help with this. I feel like they lied about this vehicle and allowed a car that IS not safe to be bought at their business. I am concerned for my child's safety and only want what IS fair.
- Power train
TL* the contact owns a 2005 scion tc. While the driver was at a stop light, the clutch pedal failed and traveled to the floorboard. Prior to the failure, the clutch pedal was sticking. The driver had to pull the clutch pedal up with her left foot. The vehicle was pushed over to the side of the…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 scion tc. While the driver was at a stop light, the clutch pedal failed and traveled to the floorboard. Prior to the failure, the clutch pedal was sticking. The driver had to pull the clutch pedal up with her left foot. The vehicle was pushed over to the side of the road and later towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated that an independent mechanic came to his residence and diagnosed that the clutch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 166,367.
- Engine
The car burns an excessive amount of oil and only has 163000 miles.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owned a 2005 scion tc. When the contact entered the vehicle, she noticed a flickering light and smoke coming from the console. The contact stated that the console and roof of the vehicle were melted. The fire department was called and determined that there was an electrical fire. A…
TL* the contact owned a 2005 scion tc. When the contact entered the vehicle, she noticed a flickering light and smoke coming from the console. The contact stated that the console and roof of the vehicle were melted. The fire department was called and determined that there was an electrical fire. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was not towed or taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 172,000.
- Structure › Frame and members
The frame and every metal component on the underneath of the car including the frame rusts terribly. the rest IS completely corroding away and breaking off. even th metal strap holding my gas tank on IS completely rusted and if I put n pressure it chips away. I didn't notice this until I went to have my exhaust done and was able to look under the car.
- Visibility/wiper
TL* the contact owns a 2005 scion tc. While driving approximately 65 mph, a booming sound was heard outside the vehicle. After stopping the vehicle, the driver discovered that the glass air defector had shattered. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 scion tc. While driving approximately 65 mph, a booming sound was heard outside the vehicle. After stopping the vehicle, the driver discovered that the glass air defector had shattered. The cause of the failure was not diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 05v483000 (visibility) in november of 2005 to prevent the failure from occurring. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced the same failure listed in the recall. The local dealer was not notified. The failure mileage was 113,000.
- Unknown or other
My daughter was driving home from indiana on the interstate when her moon roof over the back seat blew up. she was traveling at around 72 mph when she heard an explosion. thank god there were no cars immediately to her side as she swerved but managed to keep control of the car. she had to…
My daughter was driving home from indiana on the interstate when her moon roof over the back seat blew up. she was traveling at around 72 mph when she heard an explosion. thank god there were no cars immediately to her side as she swerved but managed to keep control of the car. she had to continue from indianapolis to st. Louis with the fear of the sunroof doing the same. this could have caused an accident or worse. thank god nobody was injured other than some cuts from pulling out large chunks of glass that she was afraid would blow off and hit other cars. when I asked toyota about it they just said " it's been known to happen". I showed them the photos and they said that pressure can build up to cause this to happen or sometimes heat. the temp was only around 68- low 70'S. if they know this can happen then maybe these should not be allowed.
- Unknown or other
While driving on the interstate 8/5/17, at approx. 70-75 mph, the rear moon roof exploded in my daughters car! There was a loud explosion like the car had been shot at. she was able to keep control of the car and then after looking around at all the side windows, the passenger noticed that the…
While driving on the interstate 8/5/17, at approx. 70-75 mph, the rear moon roof exploded in my daughters car! There was a loud explosion like the car had been shot at. she was able to keep control of the car and then after looking around at all the side windows, the passenger noticed that the moon roof had exploded. after pulling over they removed as much loose glass as possible so it would not to blow off and cause damage to others or an accident. the glass was blown outward and looked like a volcano that had erupted. she did not take any pictures at the time due to shock and disbelief. parents took photos once car was back in st. Louis in their garage. She had to drive from indianapolis to st. Louis with the car dropping pieces of glass onto and into the car . also fearful the other roof might explode. after speaking with toyota they said it happens sometimes. heat, pressure build up, or rocks can cause it. heat could not have been a factor as the temps that day were approx. 68 to low 70'S. the liner covering the moon roof was open. this situation could have been so much worse. an explosion like that at 70+ mph could have caused a wreck not to mention injuries.
- Air bags
Takota recall. I was recently in a potentially fatal accident and my airbags didn't deploy and I hit my head on the steering wheel pretty hard. I was on the highway and a deer bolted out in front of my car and my initial reaction was to avoid it and ran into a traffic sign and smacked the guard rail going around 50 mph.
- Engine
According to toyota service the engine had a catastrophic failure lower part of the engine due to no oil in the engine. According to the service department this was caused by excessive oil consumption. The problem occurred on the highway while driving to work. The car stopped on the middle of the 210 fwy without any warning lights on the dash panel.
- Engine
2005 scion tc. consumer writes in regards to vehicle vin# not included in oil consumption program to repair the existing oil problems. *smd
- Structure › Body
Driving at highway speed on an approximately 40 degree dry day with no extreme weather conditions. Heard a shotgun like noise at which point the sunroof shattered and glass fell into the drivers side and passenger side areas. Sunroof and wind shield were closed, screen was open. Pain resulted in…
Driving at highway speed on an approximately 40 degree dry day with no extreme weather conditions. Heard a shotgun like noise at which point the sunroof shattered and glass fell into the drivers side and passenger side areas. Sunroof and wind shield were closed, screen was open. Pain resulted in ears and head however no lacerations were obtained. Falling glass onto driver and behind the car could have resulted in an accident with another vehicle. Cause unknown, no debris was seen or heard resulting in the shattering of the glass. Driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. Glass shattered around the edges and near the center of the sun roof, wind shield was open after incident, not prior.
- Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the sun roof glass exploded and shattered. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,500.
- Structure › Body › Trunk lid
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. While the trunk was opened, it failed to remain open and slammed onto the contact's back. The contact did not require medical attention. The vehicle was diagnosed with a hydraulic lift failure. The specifics of where the vehicle was diagnosed were not…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. While the trunk was opened, it failed to remain open and slammed onto the contact's back. The contact did not require medical attention. The vehicle was diagnosed with a hydraulic lift failure. The specifics of where the vehicle was diagnosed were not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin and failure mileage were unavailable. updated 02/24/15*lj updated 9/12/2017*cn
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. there were no injuries. A police report was filed and the vehicle was towed to a salvage yard. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 142,000.
- Visibility › Sun/moon roof assembly
I was driving along government st, the streets downtown needs major repairs. But I didn't hit a bump in the road or nothing to cause my glass to break. I didn't even hear anything hit my glass I had the sunroof open with my little brother and dog in the car when glass begin to fall on us. *tr
- Air bags · Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. The contact stated that the driver's side air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The contact also stated that the horn and the cruise control was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the module was defective but…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. The contact stated that the driver's side air bag warning indicator was illuminated. The contact also stated that the horn and the cruise control was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the module was defective but did not disclose which module. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.
- Engine
I was driving and the car just died. *tr
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, another vehicle crashed into the drivers side and caused the contact to crash into the guard rail on the passenger's side. the air bags failed to deploy and the contact sustained back…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 toyota scion tc. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, another vehicle crashed into the drivers side and caused the contact to crash into the guard rail on the passenger's side. the air bags failed to deploy and the contact sustained back injuries. A police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic but was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Glass moonroof shatters
Odi's investigation discloses that the subject vehicles sustain moonroof shattering and/or damage at rates comparable to those for most other similarly equipped vehicles.this review also discloses that such incidents occur in most vehicles with moonroofs and that while tempered glass panels commonly used in moonroof…
Odi's investigation discloses that the subject vehicles sustain moonroof shattering and/or damage at rates comparable to those for most other similarly equipped vehicles.this review also discloses that such incidents occur in most vehicles with moonroofs and that while tempered glass panels commonly used in moonroof fabrication are shatter-resistant, some catastrophic failures do in fact occur.impact with small stones or road debris may result in immediate or delayed shatter incidents, depending on the extent and nature of damage sustained by the glass moonroof panel.the manufacturer concludes that incidents of moonroof shatter are random occurrences that result primarily from impact with small stones or other objects while the vehicle IS in motion. A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and this pe has been closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety defect does not exist.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
- Sun/moon roof wind deflector breakage
The manufacturer notified nhtsa by letter dated october 17, 2005, that a safety recall has been initiated.nhtsa has assigned no.05v-483 to the recall.the corrective action will consist of installing a plastic film to the inside surface of the wind deflector glass.the corrective action will be performed on…
The manufacturer notified nhtsa by letter dated october 17, 2005, that a safety recall has been initiated.nhtsa has assigned no.05v-483 to the recall.the corrective action will consist of installing a plastic film to the inside surface of the wind deflector glass.the corrective action will be performed on approximately 71,400 my 2005 and 2006 scion tc vehicles manufactured during the period of march 12, 2004 through july 21, 2005. Based on this action, the subject ea has been closed.
- Sun/moon roof wind deflector breakage
The manufacturer states that there are no indications of deficiencies in the design, manufacture, or assembly of the wind deflector that may account for the incidents reported.the manufacturer also believes that impact of airborne road debris with the wind deflector IS the probable cause for the incidents…
The manufacturer states that there are no indications of deficiencies in the design, manufacture, or assembly of the wind deflector that may account for the incidents reported.the manufacturer also believes that impact of airborne road debris with the wind deflector IS the probable cause for the incidents reported.odi's analyses of the warranty data indicate that incidents of wind deflector breakage while driving will continue to occur over time, as the population and on-road exposure of the subject vehicles increase.the evidence indicates that regardless of the cause for such breakage, the broken glass particles and fragments may fall directly onto the front seat occupants of these vehicles.these occurrences may pose a risk of driver distraction and personal injury.this pe has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea05-013) to further assess this matter.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10200383Automatic/Continuously Variable Transmission Replacement Precautions
- 10200379Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset
- 10134472SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
- 10134008Some 2005 ? 2012 model year vehicles equipped with the 2AZ-FE engine may exhibit an intermittent MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor ?A? Circuit) stored. The intake camshaft gear assembly has been improved to help prevent this condition.
- 10133921Scion vehicles are equipped with SRS, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pretensioner devices did not perform as expected, please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10133905Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprograming process and outlines use of the TIS and the CUW.
- 10133902When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the rick of further damage to electrical components.
- 10133817Scion has received some reports where the Back Dorr Garnish may loosen. In certain cases, continued usage of the loose garnish could result in breakage of the Back Door Garnish
- 10133816In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles
- 10133815In our continuing efforts to ensure the best in customer satisfaction, Toyota is announcing a Warranty Enhancement Program to extend the warranty coverage for the Back Door Garnish on 2005 to certain 2010 Model Year Scion tC and 2004 to 2006 model year Scion xB vehicles
- 10133799Some 2005 ? 2010 model year tC vehicles may exhibit a condition where the back door garnish becomes loose, and in some cases continued usage of the loose garnish may result in breakage. Please follow the procedure contained in this bulletin, which supplements the Repair Manual, to replace the back door garnish if it is loose or broken.
- 10132774TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-June 6, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete.
- 10132773TSB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
- 10132725TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
- 10132722TSB: The Immobilizer and Smart Key Reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. Once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased. Follow the procedures in this bulletin to reset a vehicle Immobilizer or Smart Key system.
- 10132574SB: Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates can only be applied to the vehicle/ECU combination for which they are intended. ECUs have internal security that will not allow them to be programmed with another ECU?s information.
- 10132298If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield. This bulletin provides the recommended repair procedure to eliminate these types of noises from the windshield area.
- 10132270Prior to tire rotation use the quick reference chart below to verify the size of the lug nut and the lug nut torque specifications. The quick reference chart is applicable to current generation vehicles only.
- 10132251Some 2005 ? 2010 model year tC vehicles may exhibit a condition where the back door garnish becomes loose, and in some cases continued usage of the loose garnish may result in breakage. Please follow the procedure contained in this bulletin, which supplements the Repair Manual, to replace the back door garnish if it is loose or broken.
- 10132165To receive satellite radio functions after the initial trial period has expired, the customer must enter into a contract with XM Satellite Radio Inc. After entering into a contract, registration of an 8-digit XM Radio ID is required. This 8-digit XM Radio ID is found by turning to channel ?0? of the satellite radio.
- 10132141The appearance of spots in tempered glass (when viewed at certain angles) is the result of the heat treating and quick quenching process during manufacturing.
- 10132105The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL ?ON,? shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10132070All Scion models may include side airbags as optional equipment. Scion does NOT recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: Seat covers NOT recommended by Scion may affect side airbag performance, in general or in part, during an accident. Modifications that negatively affect side airbag performance can result in severe occupant injuries. Seat covers are an integral part of this safety system. Replacing fabric seat covers with non-Scion leather or other seat cover materials may compromise the effectiveness of this safety system. The design of the seat is complex, integrating safety and strength with comfort and luxury.
- 10132050Please refer to the following recommendations for the best practices for vehicle tire rotations.
- 10132030California (CA), Federal (FED), and 50 State Certified emission control underhood labels (emission labels) may be obtained through your dealership?s Parts Department utilizing standard replacement parts ordering procedures. Follow the guidelines outlined in this bulletin to ensure proper label application.
- 10131996The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
- 10131962Scion vehicles are equipped with Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. If a customer expresses any concerns that the SRS airbags or pre-tensioner devices did not perform as expected (including an unintended deployment event), please follow the steps in the recommendations section below.
- 10111570SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
- 10111395SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111202SSB: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts, and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance. The use of any cleaners or fluids may increase the risk of further damage to electrical components.
- 10111187SSB: The procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. Refer to the applicable Repair Manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
- 10109419TSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE-October 16, 2014: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see S-SB-0024-14.
- 10109416TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid MIL "ON," shifting issues, and/or transmission damage. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10109412TSB: The purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. Incorrect torque converter bolts or missing washers can cause damage to the torque converter assembly. Use the information in this bulletin when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly.
- 10060943Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060937Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060936Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060913Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060912Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10060894Summary to be provided on a future date.
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