Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2016 Scion IA
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2016 Scion IA, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 23 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 8 complaints
- Electrical System 7 complaints
- Air Bags 6 complaints
- Power Train 5 complaints
- Service Brakes 4 complaints
- Unknown or Other 3 complaints
Of the 23 complaints on file, 6 report a crash; across all 23 complaints, owners report 5 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$6,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2016 Scion IA has a moderate number of owner complaints, with issues mainly in engine, electrical, and airbags. As recall information is unavailable, the evidence is limited. While some problems are noted, their overall prevalence appears manageable compared to other models.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | Unknown | $400–$2,000 | common |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Unknown | $200–$800 | common |
| AIR BAGS | Unknown | $300–$1,000 | occasional |
| POWER TRAIN | Unknown | $500–$2,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad and fluid replacement
- Battery check and replacement
- Coolant flush
- Tire rotation and balancing
- Transmission fluid change
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Engine stalling
- Electrical malfunctions
- Airbag warning light
- Slipping transmission
- Brake issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2016 Scion IA at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.