NHTSA Complaint #11522906 — 2008 TOYOTA SCION TC

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11522906
Vehicle	2008 TOYOTA SCION TC
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 19, 2023
Date Filed	May 19, 2023
Mileage	180,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	KY

Consumer Description

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.

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