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2012 Scion iQ
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 37 MPG.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 36 | 37 | 37 | 240 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Scion IQ vehicles manufactured July 31, 2011, through October 12, 2012. The cable for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) may become damaged when sliding the passenger seat forward or backward.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
23 complaints filed by owners for this model year (4 involving a crash, 0 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fuel economy of a 2012 Scion iQ?
EPA figures for the 2012 Scion iQ reach 37 MPG combined depending on configuration; the table on this page lists every tested engine and transmission combination.
Are there recalls on the 2012 Scion iQ?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2012 Scion iQ. Check your specific vehicle by VIN on the official NHTSA site, recalls are fixed free of charge by dealers.
What are common problems with the 2012 Scion iQ?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA for the 2012 Scion iQ, most often about: Structure, Air Bags, Engine. Complaint counts reflect what owners report, not confirmed defects.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.