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View Poll Results: When did your water pump fail?
0-25k miles (please explain)
2.70%
25k-50k miles
27.03%
50k-75k miles
8.11%
75k-95k miles
8.11%
95k + miles
5.41%
My pump failed more than once (please explain)
2.70%
My pump hasn't failed yet (25k-50k miles)
16.22%
My pump hasn't failed yet (50k-75k miles)
21.62%
My pump hasn't failed yet (75k+ miles)
8.11%
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Water Pump Failure Poll

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Old 03-16-2012, 04:33 AM
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This poll is intended to collect factual data on the XB's actual water pump failure rate. Your vote is public so others can see how you voted. Please vote honestly and don't use this poll for other agendas. TIA.

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Old 03-16-2012, 05:44 AM
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2008 xB had the tell tale sign of the pink line on the underside of the hood, leaking pump confirmed by a Toyota tech at the dealership, and then replaced under warranty at 47,239 miles. We'll see how the 2012 does.
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what my waterpump looked like after taking it out...

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Old 03-16-2012, 12:38 PM
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I have a 2005 tc but also have the water pump problems. I'm only posting because I believe it is the same engine and water pump. Failed the first time at 49,000 miles. The second at 81,000. It was covered the first time under warranty. The second time it was a $300+ bill.
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Old 03-16-2012, 01:09 PM
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Replaced two One in the '08 , one in the '09 , both under warranty.
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Old 03-16-2012, 02:22 PM
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had mine replaced on my 2007 tc at 36k on my 2006 tc at 54k and my 2009 xb at 34k lol. lets hope they last lol.
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Old 03-16-2012, 02:54 PM
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That's crazy....

How one model has huge problem while other models with same motors aren't getting this problem as little to none.

I have put 235k on a tC. I never once had this problem.

Since I just bought a 12 box: I hope I have the same luck.
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Old 03-16-2012, 05:51 PM
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Mine started leaking bad at about 60k, right before i started my engine build. At 52k miles, not one drop.
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Old 03-16-2012, 05:53 PM
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Also it really does not matter what car you have, all water pumps connected to the 2.4l and most of toyotas are not the best in the world. I have stated on here before that if toyota has one fault its their water pumps. I work for toyota have for 5 years so i see why they come into the shop. However i would rather have a 150 Fix vs thousands and if thats the worst thing i have to worry about im laughing.
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Old 03-16-2012, 07:42 PM
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this^^^ both my tc's and xb have the 2.4L
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Old 03-17-2012, 04:29 PM
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My pump just started spraying on the under hood, 57k.The dealer said it is not leaking enough to be replaced at this time.
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Old 03-17-2012, 04:39 PM
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If you have the pink line under your hood, then it needs to be replaced. Go to another dealership, or call Scion so that they can instruct the dealership you went to on filing the warranty claim.
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
If you have the pink line under your hood, then it needs to be replaced. Go to another dealership, or call Scion so that they can instruct the dealership you went to on filing the warranty claim.
dead on, i work for toyota and this is covered at any point when it starts leaking. Take it to a different dealership and call and complain about that one.
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Old 03-18-2012, 09:43 PM
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Any way to add vehicle year to poll? I (should say the wife) has the 2010 RS7 xB and have not heard about anyone with that particular year with a water pump failure...
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Old 03-20-2012, 06:23 PM
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I have noticed a WHITE line under my hood, passenger side. Not PINK but it troubles me figure I should take it in just to be safe. Coolant is a hair low but haven't ever noticed a coolant smell. 2009 w/45000miles
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Originally Posted by CIONIDE
2008 xB had the tell tale sign of the pink line on the underside of the hood, leaking pump confirmed by a Toyota tech at the dealership, and then replaced under warranty at 47,239 miles. We'll see how the 2012 does.
At dealership right now. 2009 Series 6.0. Replacing water pump under warranty. Tell tale sign of white powder streak under hood. Pink crystallization inside pulley and water pump area. 46,700 miles.
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Never had problem at almost 147,000 miles.
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Old 02-12-2013, 05:28 AM
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Water pump failed today @147. First time since purchasing my baby. Much...much easier than my '02 V6 Passat. Getting one from Pep Boys tomorrow.
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Mine had let a little coolant out around 30k but hasn't ever since...or at least my coolant level is ok and there's no splatter from it under the hood.
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