Is the 2010 Scion XD reliable?

The 2010 Scion XD has 18 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: SPEED CONTROL problems.

What are common problems with the 2010 Scion XD?

Top problems: SPEED CONTROL (3 complaints, avg repair $500); SEATS/RESTRAINTS (3 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (2 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2010 Scion XD?

Yes, there are 4 recall(s): VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS, SEATS, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS, EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS. Contact any Scion dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Scion XD?

The 2010 Scion XD gets 29 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1655. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2010 Scion XD?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2010 Scion XD is approximately $1,366/year (sedan-midsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2010 Scion XD

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2010 Scion XD has 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.6x the segment average of 7. The most common issue is speed control problems (17% of all complaints), specifically: tl*the contact owns a 2010 toyota scion. the contact stated that while trying to decrease in speed her vehicle accelerated up to 47 mph. she was able to stop the vehicle by placing it into neutral. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they have not informed her of the diagnosis. the vehicle was. There are 4 recalls issued for this model year.

1 crash report 2 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

SPEED CONTROL

3 complaints

17%

• TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO DECREASE IN SPEED HER VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 47 MPH. SHE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PLACING IT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY HAVE NOT INFORMED HER OF THE DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS
• WE WERE DRIVING IN A SLOW SPEED WHEN I WANTED TO STOP SLOWLY AND THE CAR DID NOT STOP, AND FELT LIKE IT GOT STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WAY OF THE BRAKES, THEN STOP SUDDENLY AND ACCELERATED. IT WAS FRIGHTENING BECAUSE WE WERE TO A SHORT DISTANCE TO CRASH. I WAS WITH MY HUSBAND AND MY DOG WAS IN THE B
• I WAS DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY BEHIND A SLOW TRUCK. WENT TO PASS AND ACCELERATED TO 50 MPH WHEN ENGINE BECAME ABNORMALLY LOUD AND FELT AS THOUGH SOMEONE HAD TAKEN OVER THE CAR AND IT WANTED TO RACE. RPMS WERE MAXED. I FLOORED BRAKES AND GOT VEHICLE TO SLOW TO 40MPH. PULLED BACK INTO MY LANE, BUT COULD N

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO DECREASE IN SPEED HER VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 47 MPH. SHE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PLACING IT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY HAVE NOT INFORMED HER OF THE DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2010 Scion XD

Based on 10 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 48K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (4)

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS22/10/2015

Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2006-2011 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, and 2009-2010 Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. During the manufacturing of the Power Window Master Switch (PWMS), grease lubricant may have been inconsistently applied to the sliding electrical contacts.

Risk: If the sliding electrical contacts are not protected by lubricant, debris and moisture that get into the switch may cause a short circuit and the switch assembly may overheat and melt, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the switch, applying a lubricant if no abnormality is found. If abnormality is found, the PWMS circuit board will be replaced, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 20, 2015. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-800-331-4331. Toyota's number for this recall is C0M.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2010 Scion XD

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,656

Per month

$138

Per mile

13.8¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$1,778/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,455/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2010 Scion XD

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,366

Full coverage / month

$114

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-18%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1366

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Estimated Repair Costs

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

SEATS/RESTRAINTS(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 18 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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SPEED CONTROL: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO DECREASE IN SPEED HER VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 47 MPH. SHE WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY PLACING IT INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER AND THEY HAVE NOT INFORMED HER OF THE DIAGNOSIS. THE VEHICLE WAS
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SEATS/RESTRAINTS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION XD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V169000 (SEATS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTU
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY THE CAR STALLED AND THEN PROCEEDED WITH ABOUT HALF POWER. A VISIT TO THE DEALER HAS DIAGNOSED AN ISSUE WITH THE FIRST CYLINDER. VALVE SPRINGS, ETC. THEY HAVE DENIED WARRANTY COVERAGE..... *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SCION XD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TRAFFIC SIGN AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 4 recalls have been completed — free at any Scion dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Scion XD — Year Comparison

How does 2010 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2014

7Average

2012

6Excellent Reliability

2010

18Below Average

Full years-to-avoid analysis →

NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 18
Recalls: 4
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 1
Injury reports: 2
Segment avg: 7

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