Toyota Corolla Matrix recalls and problems
17 recalls and 398 owner complaints for 11 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
17
Complaints
398
Crashes reported
27
Fires reported
4
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Toyota Corolla Matrix by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Corolla Matrix | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Corolla Matrix | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 Corolla Matrix | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Corolla Matrix | 7 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 Corolla Matrix | 8 | 74 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 0 |
| 2008 Corolla Matrix | 4 | 31 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2007 Corolla Matrix | 4 | 48 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2006 Corolla Matrix | 4 | 64 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| 2005 Corolla Matrix | 4 | 89 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 Corolla Matrix | 5 | 29 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2003 Corolla Matrix | 5 | 36 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Most reported Toyota Corolla Matrix problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 276 | |
| Electrical System | 30 | |
| Engine | 29 | |
| Unknown or Other | 19 | |
| Structure | 18 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | |
| Service Brakes | 15 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | |
| Power Train | 11 | |
| Steering | 10 |
All Toyota Corolla Matrix recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V-741 | Oct 17, 2019 | 2009–2010 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012… |
| 19V-627 | Aug 28, 2019 | 2005–2008 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Corolla Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior… |
| 19V-005 | Jan 9, 2019 | 2010–2013 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Toyota 4Runner, 2014-2015 Scion xB, Lexus IS350C, IS250C, 2014 Toyota Sienna, Lexus IS-F, and 2014-2017 Lexus GX460 vehicles sold, or ever… |
| 18V-024 | Jan 9, 2018 | 2009–2010, 2013 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2013 Scion xB, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, 4Runner, Lexus IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, IS-F, and GX460 vehicles sold, ever registered… |
| 18V-025 | Jan 9, 2018 | 2003–2008 | Air Bags | On January 9, 2018, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified NHTSA that they are recalling 14,585 model year 2010-2012 Yaris vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas… |
| 17V-006 | Jan 9, 2017 | 2009, 2012 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2012 Toyota 4Runner, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sienna, Yaris, Scion xB, Lexus ES350, GX460, IS-F, IS250, IS350, IS250C, IS350C, and Lexus LFA vehicles… |
| 16V-127 | Mar 3, 2016 | 2008 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Lexus SC vehicles manufactured August 3, 2007, to July 30, 2010, 2008 Toyota Corolla vehicles manufactured May 25, 2007, to… |
| 16V-128 | Mar 2, 2016 | 2008 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 Lexus SC vehicles manufactured August 3, 2007, to July 30, 2010, 2008 Toyota Corolla vehicles manufactured June 1, 2007, to… |
| 15V-689 | Oct 22, 2015 | 2009–2011 | Visibility | Toyota Motor Company (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and Scion xB, 2008-2011 Highlander and Highlander Hybrid, 2007 Camry and Camry Hybrid, 2009 Camry and Camry… |
| 15V-285 | May 13, 2015 | 2003–2007 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015 that they are recalling certain model year 2004 Sequoia vehicles manufactured August 18, 2003, to August 19, 2004, and 2003-2004… |
| 15V-286 | May 13, 2015 | 2003–2007 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015, that they are recalling 2005-2007 Lexus SC, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sequoia, and Pontiac Vibe, and 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra… |
| 15V-043 | Jan 28, 2015 | 2003–2004 | Air Bags | Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla vehicles manufactured December 28, 2001, to May 2, 2004, 2003-2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix vehicles manufactured… |
| 14V-168 | Apr 9, 2014 | 2009–2010 | Air Bags | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 RAV4, 2006-2010 Yaris, 2008-2010 Highlander, and 2009-2010 Tacoma, Corolla, Corolla Matrix and General Motors Pontiac Vibe vehicles. |
| 13V-029 | Jan 30, 2013 | 2003–2004 | Air Bags | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2004 Corolla and Corolla Matrix vehicles and 2003-2004 Pontiac Vibe vehicles. |
| 12V-491 | Oct 10, 2012 | 2009 | Visibility | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 Camry, Camry Hybrid, RAV4, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Tundra, Sequoia, Highlander, Highlander Hybrid, Yaris, Scion xB, Scion xD and Pontiac Vibe vehicles. |
| 10V-017 | Jan 21, 2010 | 2009–2010 | Vehicle Speed Control | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 avalon, model year 2007-2010 camry, model year 2009-2010 corolla, corolla matrix, rav4, model year 2010 highlander, model year 2008-2010 sequoia, and model year 2007-2010… |
| 09V-338 | Aug 27, 2009 | 2009–2010 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | Toyota is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 scion xd and my 2009-2010 corolla, and corolla matrix vehicles equipped with 1.8l engine and originally sold in or currently registered in the states of alaska, colorado… |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Toyota Corolla Matrix?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2005 Toyota Corolla Matrix has the most reports (89). Check the 2005 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Toyota Corolla Matrix have?
NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls covering Toyota Corolla Matrix model years 2003–2013.
What are the most common Toyota Corolla Matrix problems?
Owners report air bags, electrical system, engine problems most often.