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Major Problems with Toyota Matrix - Statistics of Complaints

Below you may see what Toyota Matrix model years had the most number of complaints over time. Though it does not necessarily mean that 2003, for instance, is the worst year for the Matrix. Older Matrix vehicles tend to accumulate more problems over time, so you need to carefully explore the nature of the issues. Tap into specific years for more details.

Worst Toyota Matrix Problems

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
2003 Toyota Matrix December 23, 2003 Victims: 9 Mileage: 8000 miles

Whenever vehicle was at a stop signal and without warning vehicle surged forward. consumer's foot was on the brakes when surging occurred. this problem occurred several times since ownership of the vehicle. *ak *mr

DOOR
2004 Toyota Matrix June 25, 2006 Victims: 2

2004 toyota matrix - windows, door handles and surging electric windows rattle, grind and pop. dealer could not address problem. eventually the window fell out. engine surges while stopped at light or in traffic. dealer could not address problem. the door handles have a "metallic" finish that peels away. occupants have cut their fingers on the edge of metal/plastic that was coming away. eventually got worse to where you could see the white plastic handle underneath so i peeled away the remaining sharp edges and caution occupants. dealer offered to repair at ...

AIR BAGS
2009 Toyota Matrix July 6, 2009 Victims: 2 Mileage: 289 miles

Tl*the contact owns a 2009 toyota matrix. the contact stated that the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly after she depressed the accelerator pedal to make a left turn. the vehicle crashed into another vehice. the air bags did not deploy. both the contact and driver of the other vehicle sustained neck injuries; a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealership where it was repaired at the contacts expense. the manufacturer called the contact and requested to take the vehicle apart to repair the problem. the contact wanted reimbursement for the repairs and wanted to give the ...

What is the most common problem with Toyota Matrix?

Overall the worst problem with Toyota Matrix relates to AIR BAGS problems. Browse the categories below to learn about the specific Matrix years that are prone to issues with these components.

AIR BAGS 391 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 132 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 86 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 65 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 58 TIRES 58 STEERING 51 POWER TRAIN 42 ENGINE 40 UNKNOWN OR OTHER 35 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 32 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 32 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 28 SUSPENSION 26 ENGINE 22 VISIBILITY 16 TREAD/BELT 16 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 14 SERVICE BRAKES 14 STRUCTURE 13 ACCELERATOR PEDAL 13 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL 11 FRONTAL 10 EQUIPMENT 9 POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS 9 BODY 8 SEAT BELTS 8 FRONT 8 SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC 8 WHEELS 6 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER 6 GLASS, SIDE/REAR 6 SIDEWALL 6 FRAME AND MEMBERS 6 INTERIOR LIGHTING 6 ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP 5 MECHANICAL 5 EXHAUST SYSTEM 5 SEATS 5 PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) 5 VISIBILITY/WIPER 5 DOOR 4 DRIVELINE 4 ROTOR 4 REAR 4 CATALYTIC CONVERTOR 4 WINDSHIELD 3 AIR CONDITIONER 3 BUMPERS 3 PARKING BRAKE 3 REAR/OTHER 3 GASOLINE 3 EXTERIOR LIGHTING 3 HEADLIGHTS 3 IGNITION 3 HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM 3 PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS 3 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR 2 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES 2 LATCH 2 PADS 2 ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR 2 AXLE ASSEMBLY 2 RIM 2 TAIL LIGHTS 2 BEAD 2 SIDE/WINDOW 2 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 2 INFLATOR MODULE 2 FUEL PUMP 1 DISC 1 DRUM 1 COOLING SYSTEM 1 SWITCH 1 WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER 1 STORAGE 1 HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE 1 INTERIOR/UNDER DASH 1 MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE 1 12V/24V/48V BATTERY 1 RACK AND PINION 1 GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) 1 PEDALS AND LINKAGES 1 STARTER ASSEMBLY 1 ELECTRICAL 1 RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. 1 WHEEL BEARING 1 EXTERIOR 1 HOOD 1 HORN 1 HEAD RESTRAINT 1 LATCH 1 FILLER PIPE AND CAP 1 TANK ASSEMBLY 1 FUEL RAIL 1 SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE 1 HUB 1 BELL HOUSING 1 VALVE 1 LABELS 1 FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM 1 AUTOMATIC (ASC) 1 UNDERBODY SHIELDS 1 INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 1 FUEL PUMP 1 LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP 1 BUCKLE ASSEMBLY 1
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