2016 SCION TC — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
6
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
22
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2016 SCION TC
The 2016 SCION TC has received a total of 6 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. 22 technical service bulletins have been issued by Toyota Motor Corporation for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (3 complaints), Seat Belts (1 complaint), and Service Brakes (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 SCION TC
NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 2016 SCION TC, potentially affecting up to 4,985 vehicles.
Recall 18E091000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
| 544 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Failure of a brake hose will reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 16V420000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 4,253 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Camry and Highlander, 2015-2016 Toyota Tundra, Scion FR-S, and tC vehicles. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire...
Consequence: An incorrect label may lead an owner to overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide a corrected label for placement over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226.
View full details →Recall 16V236000 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
| 94 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with...
Consequence: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall...
View full details →Recall 16V236000 — TIRES
| 94 vehicles affected
Defect: Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2016 Toyota Yaris, Rav4, Land Cruiser and 4Runner vehicles, and Scion FR-S, iM, and TC vehicles manufactured January 28, 2016, to March 14, 2016. The Load Carrying Capacity Modification Label may not reflect the correct added weight of the installed accessories. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with...
Consequence: An incorrect label may result in the vehicle being overloaded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: SET will notify owners, and provide them a corrected label to be installed over the inaccurate label, free of charge. The recall began on June 3, 2016. Owners may contact SET customer service at 1-866-405-4226. SET's number for this recall...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 SCION TC
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 SCION TC. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structurebody | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2016 Scion TC. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front driver's side seat belt retractor failed to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed front driver's side seat belt retractor. The contact was informed that the front driver's side seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 143,000. The VIN was unavailable.
While driving on the interstate, all of a sudden, I hear a loud bang. This sound sounded like a tire blew or a gun shot. Then I see glass rolling down the back windshield. After inspecting, it was the sunroof/moonroof that exploded outwords as if there was some pressure from the heat built up.My brother was in the backseat, luckily the windshield was closed. He could have gotten seriously hurt from the glass debris falling onto him or into his eyes.After researching, this is a common situation for this model car, being the number 1 car reported for similar incidents.
I have a recall on my brakes. I took it to toyota in newnan ga. they said it would be a few hours and I asked for a rental because it was my only day off and I have 3 kids and errands to run. They then proceded to tell me I dont have a recall. They lied to get out of letting me use a rental or another car. My brakes go bad alot its so unusual. I hope Toyota insures my safety with their lack of care and effort.
DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE MOONROOF SHATTERED FROM THE INSIDE OUT. WAS NOT NEAR ANY OVERPASSES. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THEM JUST SHATTERING AND THE MANUFACTURERS/DEALERSHIPS WON'T DO ANYTHING. NOW I AM HAVING TO PAY FOR A ISSUE THAT IS KNOWN AND THEY WON'T COVER IT!
THE SUNROOF OF MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY EXPLODED WHILE WE WERE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AT AROUND 60MPH. THERE ARE SHATTERED GLASS ALL OVER ME AND ESPECIALLY TO MY PASSAGE AT THE FRONT. THE FREEWAY IS WIDE-OPEN, WITHOUT DEBRIS AND NOTHING OVERHEAD. ALL THE WINDOWS AND SUNROOF ITSELF WAS CLOSED WHEN THE INCIDENT HAPPENED. IT WAS A CLOUDY DAY, AT SEA-LEVEL WITH NOTHING EXTREME IN THE WEATHER REPORT. I COULD NOT THINK OF ANYTHING EXTERNAL THAT COULD INITIATE THIS INCIDENT.
Safety Rating for the 2016 SCION TC
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 SCION TC in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 SCION TC
Toyota Motor Corporation has issued 22 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 SCION TC. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
S-TT-0115-18 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: Some vehicles may display a 22-digit request code when attempting to perform a navigation map update.
S-TT-0116-19 — EQUIPMENT
TT: In certain cases of leaking air conditioning systems, the root cause of the leak is inadvertently overlooked, causing a repeat repair. To improve customer satisfaction and repair A/C system leaks in one dealer visit, Toyota has developed a set of guidelines for evaluating A/C system components.
S-TT-0109-17 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
TT: During previous air conditioning service, leakage prevention agent (A/C stop leak) may have been added to the A/C system. Adding stop leak products to the A/C system is not a recommended or approved Scion repair process. During A/C service, moisture enters the A/C system, and can react with the...
S-SB-0014-15 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: 2016 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET
S-SB-0014-15 — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: 2016 PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE CHECK SHEET
S-SB-0015-15 REV — EQUIPMENT
TSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING YOUR DEALERSHIPS NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. CUSTOMER FEEDBACK INDICATES THE FOLLOWING AREAS DESERVE SPECIAL ATTENTION WHEN PERFORMING PDS: CAREFUL INSPECTION FOR PAINT CHIPS/SCRATCHES AND BODY DENTS/DINGS; PROPER OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES (INCLUDING INTERIOR LIGHT, CLOCK, AND RADIO RESET); INTERIOR CLEANLINESS; PROPER...
S-SB-0015-15 REV — EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
TSB: PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE (PDS) IS A CRITICAL STEP IN SATISFYING YOUR DEALERSHIPS NEW CAR CUSTOMERS. CUSTOMER FEEDBACK INDICATES THE FOLLOWING AREAS DESERVE SPECIAL ATTENTION WHEN PERFORMING PDS: CAREFUL INSPECTION FOR PAINT CHIPS/SCRATCHES AND BODY DENTS/DINGS; PROPER OPERATION OF ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES (INCLUDING INTERIOR LIGHT, CLOCK, AND RADIO RESET); INTERIOR CLEANLINESS; PROPER...
S-SB-0005-16 — EQUIPMENT
TSB: THE 2016 MODEL YEAR TC HAS A NEW ACCESSORY PACKAGE KNOWN AS RELEASE SERIES 10.0 THAT INCLUDES AN AERO KIT. TO MINIMIZE DAMAGE TO THE AERO KITS FRONT BUMPER SPOILER DURING TRANSPORTATION, 2 SPACERS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON EACH OF THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER PISTON SHAFTS TO HOLD THE...
S-SB-0005-16 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TSB: The 2016 model year tC has a new accessory package known as Release Series 10.0 that includes an aero kit. To minimize damage to the aero kit?s front bumper spoiler during transportation, 2 spacers have been installed on each of the front shock absorber piston shafts to hold the...
S-SB-0005-16 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
TSB: The 2016 model year tC has a new accessory package known as Release Series 10.0 that includes an aero kit. To minimize damage to the aero kit?s front bumper spoiler during transportation, 2 spacers have been installed on each of the front shock absorber piston shafts to hold the...
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 SCION TC
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the SCION TC
- 2011 SCION TC — 35 complaints
- 2012 SCION TC — 12 complaints
- 2013 SCION TC — 12 complaints
- 2014 SCION TC — 33 complaints
- 2015 SCION TC — 26 complaints
- 2016 SCION TC (current)
Other SCION Models
- SCION XB — 1,284 total complaints
- SCION FR-S — 235 total complaints
- SCION XD — 167 total complaints
- SCION XA — 166 total complaints
- SCION IA — 39 total complaints
- SCION IQ — 35 total complaints
- SCION IM — 17 total complaints
- SCION SCION — 3 total complaints