2006 Scion xA

$2,250
from
15
listings
$2K–$9K
price range
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Low$2,250
High$8,600
From$2,250
Avg Mileage148,333 mi
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Scion xA Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 4 recalls and 71 complaints, the 2006 Scion xA rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

4
Recalls
71
Complaints
13
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
18V7760002018-01-11
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2004-2006 Toyota Scion xA vehicles. The air bag control module for the supplemental restraint system (SRS ECU) may experience an internal short, possibly causing the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or become deactivated.

If the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners unintentionally deploy, it can increase the risk of a crash. If the air bags and/or seat belt pretensioners are deactivated, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

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07E0050002007-18-01
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

CERTAIN ROSTRA CRUISE CONTROLS, P/NOS. 00012-X0486-01, 00015-X0486-01, 00012-X0486-21, 00016-79910, 00016-79910-01, AND 250-1755, INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON MY 2006-2007 GULF STATES TOYOTA AND SOUTHEAST TOYOTA SCION VEHICLES AND ALSO SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT. THE CRUISE CONTROL MAY NOT RETURN TO IDLE WHEN THE ON/OFF SWITCH IS PRESSED FOR THE FIRST TIME.

FAILURE TO RELEASE THE THROTTLE WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS TURNED OFF COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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07V0480002007-12-02
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

CERTAIN ROSTRA PRECISION CONTROLS' SPEED CONTROLS MAY HAVE A FAULTY MODULE. THESE CONTROLS WERE INSTALLED BY SOUTHEAST TOYOTA DEALERS OR AT THEIR VEHICLE PROCESSING CENTER ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED ONCE TO TURN THE UNIT OFF, THE THROTTLE DOES NOT RETURN TO IDLE. WHEN THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED A SECOND TIME, THE THROTTLE WILL RETURN TO IDLE.

A CRASH COULD BE CAUSE IN THE EVENT THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE ON THE FIRST DEPRESSION OF THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH.

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07V0300002007-01-02
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL

CERTAIN ROSTRA PRECISION CONTROLS' SPEED CONTROLS MAY HAVE A FAULTY MODULE. THESE CONTROLS WERE INSTALLED BY GULF STATES TOYOTA (GST) DEALERS OR AT THEIR VEHICLE PROCESSING CENTER ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. WHEN THE SPEED CONTROL "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED ONCE TO TURN THE UNIT OFF, THE THROTTLE DOES NOT RETURN TO IDLE. WHEN THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH IS PRESSED A SECOND TIME, THE THROTTLE WILL RETURN TO IDLE.

A CRASH COULD BE CAUSE IN THE EVENT THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT ALLOW THE ENGINE TO RETURN TO IDLE ON THE FIRST DEPRESSION OF THE "ON/OFF" SWITCH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2006 Scion xA's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 71 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags13
02Fuel System, Gasoline8
03Vehicle Speed Control6
04Engine And Engine Cooling6
05Engine4
71 total across 1 model years (2006–2006)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Scion xA Fuel Economy

30mpg combined
·
27city
·
34-35hwy
·
$2,250/yr

The 2006 Scion xA delivers 30 MPG combined, consistent across 2 configurations. Straightforward efficiency.

By Trim
xA - Automatic 4-spd
30mpg
1.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city35 hwy~$2,250/yr-1/10 Poor
xA - Manual 5-spd
30mpg
1.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
27 city34 hwy~$2,250/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2006 Scion xA

13States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Washington (13%), but the remaining listings are spread across 12 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2006.

2006 Scion xA Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2006 Scion xA a good car to buy?

The 2006 Scion xA has 4 recalls on record. There are 4 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2006 Scion xA?

NHTSA shows 4 recall campaigns for the 2006 Scion xA. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2006 Scion xA?

The 2006 Scion xA delivers 30 MPG combined per EPA testing. The fuel economy breakdown has city and highway numbers.

What are common problems with the 2006 Scion xA?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 2006 Scion xA, based on 71 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2006 compare to other Scion xA years?

The 2006 sits at a specific point in the Scion xA lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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