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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Scion xB 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD
100500 mi
US $440
Left rear wheel bearings went. Been making noise for a few months RIGHT after new tires installed. I thought I had a bad tire. Left rear hub assembly needed to be replaced. Toyota apparently has a National back-order right now. used Moog
both rear hubs were making growling noises and had to be replaced
145000 mi
US $180
Passenger rear wheel bearing replaced due to excessive noise
103000 mi
Electric steering ECM failed. Could barely turn steering wheel while driving. Very unsafe situation! Toyota had a TSB on issue but would not help. The dealer did at least discount the repair from $875 to $535 as a goodwill gesture.
15000 mi
A binding/creaking sound on left front side when making a tight turn. Sound was coming from strut plate. Replaced both front strut plates. No more noise.
42000 mi
Roaring noise in rear end, replaced left rear wheel bearing and hub.
10000 mi
Replaced intermediate steering bar. Took 3 trips over 1 year to convince dealer. Dealer ordered part. Installed on 4th trip. Problem solved
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