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New Scion xB Owners - Give Us Your Report

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#37 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by aatherton

Feb 07, 2007 (2:19 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
I've had my xB for almost a year. That station-changing problem occured on a large number of radios due to a manufacturing defect, a service bulletin was put out on it, and dealers replaced the radios. At the height of the problem, new radios were in short supply.
Somewhere in doing two radio installs and a cruise control install, your dealer must have shorted something to cause the electrical problems.
I use the cigarette lighter to charge my cell phone on trips, and it does not blow the fuse.
In the first week I replaced my rear shocks with SensaTracs, in the driveway in 30 minutes, and the ride became smooth.
I have stock tires and have not noticed any problem in heavy rain on the Interstate up to 70 mph. Maybe toward the end of their tread life they will not be so good in water.

#38 of 64 Re: 2005 Xb [puggo] by smithpa4

Feb 07, 2007 (3:13 pm)

Replying to: puggo (Feb 25, 2005 11:13 am)
I bought my 06 XB last March, loved it, but just in the last 6 months, I have got rattles and creaks all through the vehicle, you would swear this vehicle is 10 years old half the time, took it in to the dealership, and isn't it just amazing they didn't hear a thing. Monday my windshield got hit by a rock, wednesday on the way to work ( only 7 miles away) I watched this crack increase in size by 4 inches. The only place here inthe Salt Lake Valley to replace the windshield is the dealer, at a cost of &505.18. I am not that happy little camper anymore. And to top this off, my climate controls arn't matched up with the settings!

#39 of 64 Re: 2005 Xb by aatherton

Feb 26, 2007 (6:40 pm)

Got my 'O6 Manual xB last March and have been lucky. Not a thing to complain about in 11,000 miles. Still smells new, and is so much fun to drive.

#40 of 64 Seems to have subsided by yodasxb

Feb 26, 2007 (6:46 pm)

After a few more weeks of driving on the new intake, with the lights turning on and off at unpredictable intervals, they have now been off for a solid month. I'm assuming the sensor adjusted to the new mixture or something... Anyway, back to normal!

#41 of 64 Re: 2006 Scion XB Problems. [domino2] by big_guy

Mar 20, 2007 (1:25 pm)

Replying to: domino2 (Jan 04, 2007 10:04 am)
I had the dash lights on my '05 xB light up like a Christmas Tree as well. It was pretty scary because I was on my way up the local canyon in the middle of a snowstorm and didn't want to get stuck. I took it to the dealer and they told me there was a service bulletin on this particular issue. Continuing to drive the vehicle was not a problem and they ordered parts and had them in within a week. They did the required service, installed the parts under factory warranty and I was off and running no worse for the wear. Your results may vary depending on the dealer you have service your vehicle.
 
I bought my xB used for a vendor that is not affiliated with any dealership. I have brought my xB into the local dealership to do a few repairs since I got it but they have been small and minor and have not kept me out of having fun driving my xB and having a blast doing it. I am now modifying my box to fit my style and it is great. There are a lot of owner groups out there that are very knowledgable about the box and can typically help through any problem.

#42 of 64 Re: New Scion xB Owners - Give Us Your Report [pf_flyer] by roverton

May 30, 2007 (6:52 pm)

Replying to: pf_flyer (Aug 04, 2006 6:02 am)
2008-White
Just picked it on on Friday and too a 324 mile trip for a mpg of 30.1.
This baby rides smooooth and without wind noise. Another reason for liking this is when hitting bumps on the road it is smooth compared to other vechiles driven.
The only complaints are:
- No arm rest for the passenger
- For the driver, the left arm has no where to rest logically as the bottom of the window is to high and the area where the button are is too low. Otherwise this is a great buy.
-The backseat room is great.
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#43 of 64 Press Request by KarenS HOST

May 31, 2007 (10:18 am)

A reporter would like to get consumer feedback on the redesigned Scion xB. You do not have to be an owner to respond. Please respond to ctalatiedmunds.com no later than June 1, 2007 with your daytime contact information

#44 of 64 08 XB by penny1200

Aug 24, 2007 (2:03 pm)

i have had my xb now for a week and i couldnt be happier! this little box is a head turner! i like the new body style - it is a little more rounded but still has that great box style! the color i chose is blackberry crush and what a color in full sun it looks like a dark brownish then you get the red metallic flecks shine through! i added a rear spoiler, rear bumper protector, led underdash and cupholders, illuminated door sill enhancements, mats - front and rear, exhaust tip and it is now at the body shop getting a power sunroof! i am in my late 30's and have 2 kids but when i drive this awesome car i feel like i did in my cruisin days! what a fun ride
i am getting better than expected gas mileage (average to date: 30mpg city/highway) and the ride is quiet and smooth! i went from a luxury sedan to this and the ride is equal if not better imo. i took myself, my friend, her 2 children and my 2 children on a weekend trip and we was all very comfortable! obviously i cant say enough about my cool new ride!

#45 of 64 Re: 08 XB [penny1200] by crazedcommuter

Aug 26, 2007 (12:59 pm)

Replying to: penny1200 (Aug 24, 2007 2:03 pm)
So how did you squueze 2 adults and 4 children in the XB? 4 kids in the rear seat were comfortable?

#46 of 64 Re: 08 XB [crazedcommuter] by penny1200

Aug 26, 2007 (4:24 pm)

Replying to: crazedcommuter (Aug 26, 2007 12:59 pm)
lol not as hard as it sounds! the xb has tons of room! i was driving (obviously) my son sat in the front seat (he is disabled) my friend, her son (9 yrs), her daughter (11) and my daughter (12) was in the back seat and they was not crammed! if you have kids or around kids in a car on a trip; if they are the least uncomfortable you will hear about it! i didnt get one complaint on the whole trip! but the portable dvd players and mp3's didnt hurt either!

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