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2006 Scion xB repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

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2006 Scion xB electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (54%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Scion xB 4dr Hatch

103-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

139800 mi

US $60
Rear hatch switch failure 
94000 mi

US $1000
replaced broken compressor, then re-charged system 
169700 mi

US $300
The original starter failed. New starter was put in. 
2000 mi Radio replaced under warranty - would change stations by itself. 
225000 mi

US $130
Alternator was beginning to fail. Noticed lights dimming and battery light would come on periodically. Checked voltage from alternator and it was only putting out 12.5VDC. Replaced alternator, system normal. 
27000 mi Radio stations advance/tune when not being touched. Happens mostly while car is warming up (either at standstill or whiel moving). Dealer could not duplicate because car had been driven and warmed. 
28500 mi Did research of TSBs for Scion and found issue relating to radio changing stations by itself. Brought to dealer who ordered new radio and replaced. Problem resolved 
173700 mi

US $350
suction hose for a/c replaced due to leakage 
177000 mi

US $1400
a/c compressor failure at 177,400 miles 
152500 mi

US $700
Junction/fuse box short took out the rear tail lights and interior dash lights. Fees include $200 for diagnosis (2+ hours at $99 per hour to diagnose) and $500 to replace the junction box 
64000 mi Bad horn relay. 
85000 mi Door-open switch lost its ground, so the tone for lights on, keys in car and door is open did not work. Drained battery twice. 
87800 mi AC clutch went out. 
140000 mi AC never fixed. I live in MN. 
85700 mi

US $80
Replace Blower Resistor for Heater/AC Fan 

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2006 Scion xB 4dr Hatch

103-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

117000 mi

US $45
short in wiring harness for trailer lights 
163000 mi

US $800
Ac evaporation system leak replaced ac evaporation 
204300 mi

US $700
Replaced alternator 
206800 mi The drain vents of the ac were clogged and needed to be flushed clean. The ac place was unable to do it with a simple blast of compressed air so they had to open up system they discovered evaperator was bad too 
229500 mi

US $546
Replaced starter which had shorted out and battery terminal 
180000 mi

US $20
Replace Headlight bulbs. I run the brightest I can buy. They burn out quicker but are great at night 
84000 mi All 4 door actuators replaced under extended warranty. 
99000 mi

US $110
Air conditioning failed again, there's a slow leak somewhere. 
58000 mi

US $600
Main control for Windows and door locks quit working. Replaced. 

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2006 Scion xB Electrical Problems

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