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Scion xA repairs by problem area

Engine (56%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Scion xA brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Scion xA 4dr Hatch

103-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

80000 mi

US $150
Grinding Front brakes. Replaced front rotors an brake pads. Replaced rear brake shoes. 
197000 mi

US $80
Adjusted parking brake. Required dash disassembly. 

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2005 Scion xA 4dr Hatch

108-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

108000 mi

US $60
new brakes and rotors 
136000 mi

US $213
grinding noise when applying brake pedal. Front rotors refinished and new brake pads. 
35000 mi

US $65
Brakes- it would have been $120 for the new shims that Toyota changed but they gave them to me for free after I complained a bit. 

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Scion xA Brake Problems

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