Model year guide

2012 Toyota scion xb

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Toyota scion xb is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2012 Toyota scion xb at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints3

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

2012 Toyota scion xb recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 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.

2012 Toyota scion xb common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

2012 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 2012 Toyota Scion XB SW FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 2

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: 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: IN A COLLISION, TO HELP REDUCE INJURIES, WITH SEAT BELT PRE=TENSIONERS AND SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEMS (SRS), ITS POSSIBLE THAT THE DEVICES MAY OR MAY NOT PERFORM AS EXPECTED WITH UNINTENDED DEPLOYMENT. MODEL YEARS 1990-2013. MODELS VARIOUS MODELS.…

Bulletin TTT-0213-13 · Air Bags, Seat Belts · Jan 2013

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the SCION XB FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2012 Toyota scion xb trims & engines on record

Trims
N Grade
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl 149 hp

2012 Toyota scion xb vehicles on record

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Other Toyota scion xb model years

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2012 Toyota scion xb — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Toyota scion xb have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 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 2012 Toyota scion xb?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, air bags, visibility.

What is the 2012 Toyota scion xb safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2012 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.