Question 1

Is the Scion TC reliable?

Accepted Answer

The Scion TC has 148 total NHTSA complaints across 7 model years. The most reliable years are 2016 (6 complaints), 2013 (12 complaints), 2012 (12 complaints). Years to avoid: 2011 (35 complaints), 2014 (33 complaints).

Question 2

What years of the Scion TC should I avoid?

Accepted Answer

Avoid the 2011, 2014 Scion TC. The 2011 model has the most complaints (35) with the top issue being LIGHTING.

Question 3

What is the best year for the Scion TC?

Accepted Answer

The best years for the Scion TC are 2016 (6 complaints), 2013 (12 complaints), 2012 (12 complaints). These years have the fewest reported issues to NHTSA.

Year	Complaints	Top Issue	Verdict
2016	6	THE SUNROOF OF MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY EXPLODED WHILE ...	Excellent Reliability
2015	26	WHEN PARKED IN NEUTRAL WITH THE CLUTCH PEDAL NOT D...	Average
2014	33	WATER DRIPS INTO PASSENGER FLOOR SPACE. BROUGHT IN...	Below Average
2013	12	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA SION TC. THE CO...	Above Average
2012	12	DRIVING TO WORK IN CALIFORNIA, PARTLY CLOUDY, AROU...	Above Average
2011	35	TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA SCION TC. THE C...	Below Average
2010	24	EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION LEADING TO MOTOR LOSS. T...	Average

Scion TC — All Years

Scion TC — NHTSA Complaints by Year

Best Years to Buy

Years to Avoid