2014 Toyota Scion tC problems
Light NHTSA footprint — 6 owner complaints. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.
The 2014 Toyota Scion tC has 6 NHTSA owner complaints on file (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
| Model year | Owner complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Scion tC | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 Scion tC | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 Scion tC (this page) | 6 | 0 |
| 2016 Scion tC | 1 | 0 |
Limited NHTSA data — only 6 complaints on file. The score reflects what's reported, but a small sample skews easily.
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data.
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
I was getting on the freeway when I heard a really loud boom. I got out of my car. I checked my car and I saw that my top front glass panel all broken. There were no cars in front of me and the damage looks even on both end of the glass panel. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Toyota Scion. The contact stated that the fuel gage displayed an empty tank after refueling and the low fuel warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The fuel sending unit was replaced but the failure…
I have a 2014, Scion xd, I was driving home in the rain going about 60-65 on the interstate. When my car lost power. My radio went out, a/c off. Lights off, wipers stopped right in front of my face blocking my view and my steering wheel locked. All my dashboard lights came on.…
I purchased my car back in october brand new no miles. When I was leaving the dealer ship I noticed moisture in the tail lights. I called the dealer ship they said they had to see it happening. It did not happen again till about january. I took my car in and to have them see the…
Common questions
Is the 2014 Toyota Scion tC reliable?
Limited NHTSA data. Only 6 owner complaints have been filed for the 2014 Toyota Scion tC, which is not enough for a meaningful reliability score. Active recalls (if any) are listed on this page and remain authoritative — those are verified defects regardless of complaint volume. For a confident reliability read we look for at least 10 owner complaints in the federal database.
Should you avoid the 2014 Toyota Scion tC?
Only 6 NHTSA complaints on file — too few for a confident reliability call. Could be a clean record or just thin data. We don't issue a buy/avoid verdict on the 2014 Toyota Scion tC without a meaningful complaint sample — doing so off a handful of filings would be guesswork.
What should I check before buying a used 2014 Toyota Scion tC?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on the 2014 Toyota Scion tC to flag a standout failure pattern. Run the VIN for open recalls — those are free to fix regardless of warranty — get a standard pre-purchase inspection, and ask the seller for service records.
Is the 2014 Toyota Scion tC a good used car to buy?
Hard to say from federal data alone — only 6 owner complaints have been filed. Lean on the recall list above, a pre-purchase inspection, and a vehicle-history report on the specific VIN. Our data tells you what the model is known for; a history report tells you what that exact car has been through.
What's the most common problem on the 2014 Toyota Scion tC?
No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.
How do I check if my Toyota Scion tC has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2014 Toyota Scion tC?
Hard to say from NHTSA data alone with only 6 complaints on file. A quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. The decision comes down to your specific situation: vehicle cost, miles on it, how long you plan to keep it, and whether you can absorb a $3K–$8K repair without straining cashflow. With limited public data on this vehicle, lean on the recall list above and check owner forums before committing.