[TEEXB2]

I have a 2008 XB I actually got it in July of 2007. So it's not even 3 yrs old yet and the power steering went out. Took the car to the dealer and they said my 36,000 mile warranty was up because I have 42,000 miles on my car. They quoted $800 to repair the steering. They said the xB has electric power steering and the computer for the steering had went out. A friend recommended that I should call Scion since my warranty had just ran out, my car wasn't even 3yrs old yet and the power steering shouldn't go out that soon. So I did and come to find out that I have an extended warranty I never knew I had. So all I had to pay was a $50 deductible. My car is now fixed and working great. Has anyone else had any problem with the power steering

 

[Blk Box]

No, mines too new 2010 only 6K- but good save on your part- chalk one up to the good guys - for once
Electronic power steering- ? Whats with that.
To error is human - it takes a computer to really foul things up-
Is his type of thing going to be the bain of 2nd generation Scion's or second millennium auto's- Black box replacements

 

[TrevorS]

My xB2 was purchased Jan 2008, but manufactured (according to the VIN) in April 2007. This is my first digitally controlled car (outside of the ECU in my 1990 GSX Eclipse) and I'm personally satisfied digital is used far more than it should in today's automobiles. I remain an analog fan and inserting digital to second-guess or even over-ride my intentions is at best an inconvenience, at worst a major annoyance and interference. To make matters worse, failure of digital controllers is far more likely than the traditional analog interfaces they've replaced. Unfortunately, it appears to be what we're stuck with today, but I can't even begin to consider it a desirable evolution !

 

[Brewski]

No problems with my 2008 bought in Feb 2008....I did get an extended warranty and a service plan. Been satisfied so far. :yes:

Brewski

 

[lachness]

Hello,

I have a 2008 Scion with 60K and the power steering just failed. But the estimate I got was $1500.00 to fix it. I am in the midwest so maybe the mechanics are more expensive here.

I have asked the dealer to see if Toyota will help out at all. If you look at 1500.00 is 10% of the purchase price, seems a little excessive!

 

[lonewolf]

My scion xb 2008 had same thing happened, i.e, power steering ECU failed two days ago. I bought this car Nov., 2007. It has only 19,500 miles on it, however, 3-years warranty just passed two months ago. The estimate is $1,135 (part: $635, labor: $480) to fix it, it is huge if compare it to the purchase price. Did anyone have luck to get help from Toyota? Thanks

 

[lonewolf]

Hi,

Did you get any help from Toyota?

Thanks,

Hello,

I have a 2008 Scion with 60K and the power steering just failed. But the estimate I got was $1500.00 to fix it. I am in the midwest so maybe the mechanics are more expensive here.

I have asked the dealer to see if Toyota will help out at all. If you look at 1500.00 is 10% of the purchase price, seems a little excessive!

 

[TrevorS]

I believe I read somewhere the steering ECU is the only one located outside the cabin (low in the engine compartment) and it's only protection from the elements is a gasket. I'm wondering if the problem is just water/vapor getting to it as the gasket ages. Maybe we need a relocation kit?

 

[JRINCON17]

You know, this is acutally getting kinda scary. I have heard quite a few problems with this generation scion. Doesnt seem like the quality is the same as the gen 1 or toyota.

 

[lonewolf]

I talked to Scion Customer Service Rep. She agreed to pay 50% of total dealer charge.

 

[JRINCON17]

heck if its just a plug in ! Did you actually get a compy of the estiemate. Would be nice to compare to others on here. Post it up

 

[scion]

Yes! Please post the repair order with the part/parts number as it may help us in the future. I saw an electric power steering control module on Ebay a while back, I believe they wanted $35.00.

 

[lonewolf]

Here is the detail from dealer
part number: 89650 - 12520
description: computer assy, po
list price/unit price: 635.85/635.83

right now, same part(used) on ebay, 89650 - 12520 items - Get great deals on eBay Motors items on eBay.com!
or u can use 89650 - 12520 to search for it on ebay.

 

[JRINCON17]

dont know that i would buy a used one, is that all they did was replace that?

 

[lonewolf]

Yes, all they did was to replace that part, people can get brand new part from 2008 SCION XB Power Steering Control Module

better price than that from dealer.

 

[JRINCON17]

I am sure it wasnt too hard to replace, what was labor on that Job?

 

[lonewolf]

If u look at the diagram that comes with above link, I believe it is easy to have job done. However, dealer still charged $480 labor. Greedy, isn't it?

 

[JRINCON17]

****, i wonder how much just to diagnose it

 

[77allen]

I have a 2008 XB and have just got the estimate for near $900 due to a failed power steering ecu, who do you talk to?

 

[JRINCON17]

if its just plug and play, just order it online. google the part number. **** i am going to start selling these