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Toyota Matrix Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2012 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2012 | 0 | Inside rearview mirror was vibrating more and more when driving normally. Up to the point it was too much as if I had a 200watts subwoofer in the car. Dealer simply tightened the small screw holding the mirror unit to the windshield. | |
2010 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2011 | 16740 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | 900 | Front Brake pads needed replacing and rear rotors needed grinding |
2010 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2013 | 58900 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2013 | 58900 | 0 | Hatch lock broken, was taken care of by the dealership on the Quebec used vehicle basic warranty(3 months/1700 km. Seems like a common problem on the Matrix as my friend's has the same problem. Fortunately he has door unlock on his key) |
2009 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2010 | 14260 | 25 | Radio problem. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Matrix in Ohio, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2010 | 25000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2010 | 26000 | 0 | Pulley and belt replaced on engine |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Matrix in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | Large amount of water noticed on front passenger floor soaking carpeting & floor mat. AC hose had detatched. Dealer replaced plastic piece with metal piece. Dealer also replaced rug in entire car. Did give me a loaner to use all 5 days. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Matrix in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 12400 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 15500 | 0 | Stereo was replaced under warranty. New stereo is also acting up and may need to be replaced as well. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2010 | 23000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2010 | 24000 | 0 | B pillar molding on driver side will not stay in place |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | Clicking sound coming from right front brake. They duplicated it on the rack but said it was a normal sound... I am not convinced but the brakes feel fine. |
| May | 2009 | 11000 | 0 | Hubcab broke and fell off on its own accord. |
| Jan | 2011 | 27000 | 0 | Vehicle would not start. Towed to dealer. Battery tested good. Fuel sample tested good. After extended cranking it started, blew out a cloud of smoke almost the size of the car. Reflashed ECM with TSB for 18-209 for no start. |
| Apr | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2012 | 46500 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2012 | 60140 | 0 | the water pump was leaking and had to be replaced (covered by warranty) |
| Oct | 2012 | 60760 | 0 | Check engine light went on. The intake gasket needed to be replaced. (Covered under warranty). |
| Mar | 2013 | 66340 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Matrix in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2011 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2011 | 55000 | 100 | new belt tensioner-the one NOT covered by p-train warranty. I complained so they covered the parts. |
| Jan | 2013 | 80000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2009 | 32860 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2010 | 33480 | 75 | Engine hesitation at highway speeds (any time and at lower speeds on cold morning starts; rough idle on cold morning starts even after engine has warmed up. Dealership ran diagnostics and did roadtest and felt things looked fine. |
| Jun | 2011 | 50220 | 0 | Recurring loud road noise. Front bearing repaired some time ago but still happens - usually when slowing from hwy speeds. Occasional extreme vibration in steering wheel at speeds over 80k. Mechanic could not replicate. |
| Sep | 2011 | 55180 | 400 | Seized calipers. Water pump leak; and also new wipers and timing belt. Chip and belt were covered by warranty. |
2007 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 24180 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2010 | 40300 | 500 | failure of driver side macpherson strut - shock leak |
| Aug | 2011 | 48960 | 0 | Drain hose detached from AC causing water to leak into interior on passenger side carpeting |
| Jan | 2012 | 54960 | 200 | Required to replace timing chain tensioner due to gasket leak |
| Mar | 2013 | 62000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Matrix in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2009 | 52000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2009 | 55000 | 0 | Computer defective Dealer replaced with new one. No cost to owner. |
| Mar | 2013 | 124000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Matrix in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2010 | 29760 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2010 | 34100 | 0 | Rear hatch seal was leaking so they replaced it. |
| Sep | 2012 | 62620 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 36000 | 690 | car was shuddering very badly on the highway. this is a reoccuring problem, and existed very soon after car was purchased. |
| Dec | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Matrix in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 96000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 117500 | 9 | Replaced burned-out driver's side headlight bulb myself. |
| Jul | 2009 | 124000 | 800 | Second set of front brake pads replaced after 124000 miles. Rotors turned. Radiator hoses have become soft.. replaced hoses, radiator flush. Front Plastic Wheel Well Covers came loose and were partially damaged or ground down with tire tread. Mechanic was able to resecure to frame with plastic zip ties. |
| Jan | 2010 | 136000 | 10 | Passenger-side headlamp burned out. I replaced it with OEM part. |
| Feb | 2010 | 139500 | 0 | Had Goodyear mechanics run diagnostics for Check Engine. P-codes could indicate a bad evaporative gas filter unit for fuel line. They said I should take it to Toyota for second opinion and repair. |
| May | 2010 | 147000 | 960 | Continued driving with Engine light on.. Transmission began to buck when shifting up the lower gears. Computer was replaced and programmed. Car ran well for two months, when it would not start, |
| Jul | 2010 | 152700 | 489 | Car would not start.. turns over well but won't ignite. Suspected fuel pump, but no.. Diagnostics showed it to be the computer module again. They ordered another computer, but programmer said there was nothing wrong with the first unit. ok |
| Mar | 2011 | 178000 | 0 | Hard-shifting Transmission problem was a known issue before, along with Check Engine light. The car was repaired previously and the shop replaced the ECU. This problem recurred recently after I got the ECU recall notice from Toyota |
| Dec | 2011 | 204000 | 678 | O2 Sensor needed replacement.. I purchased an aftermarket model and they installed it.. Engine light still comes on, as part was not OEM. Will need to get a TOYOTA O2 sensor and try again before I need to take the smog test. Check engine light keeps coming on. Took car into TOYOTA DEALER, paid $570, plus rental for the day to get O2 sensor replaced again, have it smog tested and registered. |
| Mar | 2013 | 239000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Toyota Matrix in Kansas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 21000 | 0 | Warranty replacement of the ECU. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Matrix in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 45000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2008 | 47000 | 0 | Alarm went off at any time. Replaced with new alarm. |
| Jun | 2009 | 50000 | 50 | The rear hatch hydraulics stopped holding the hatch up |
| Dec | 2009 | 52000 | 0 | In the shop for a week for transmission repair. It was initially unable to replicate, then successful, but now a month later it is starting to hard shift. |
| Mar | 2012 | 72000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| Toyota Matrix in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 11160 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 13200 | 96 | Door sill tape kit TSB 2423 was done to all 4 door lower sills. Total warranty claim amount $239.92, but no charge to me as under warranty. Replaced engine oil and filter and cabin air filter. |
| Apr | 2008 | 20460 | 0 | From engine area a squealing noise increasing in intensity for 7 seconds when waiting at red lights. Toyota has TSB to replace serpentine belt and tensioner pulley. They would have never told me about TSB if I hadn't found it on internet. The body door seal on driver side rear door was popping out at 2 corners. That door rarely used on this car, only 15000 kms driven in 1 year since I purchased it. |
| Jun | 2008 | 22940 | 0 | Annoying ticking noise from radio housing on dashboard |
| Oct | 2008 | 27280 | 0 | Annoying ticking noise from radio housing on dashboard. It's intermittent, very odd - can be driving on rough road and no noise or drive on smooth road with the noise. Toyota now says they can't fix it, must live with it. From engine area sounds like serpentine belt, a squealing noise increasing in intensity for 7 seconds or so, when waiting at red lights at idle. Intermittent problem. Toyota says they can't fix it, must live with it. |
| May | 2011 | 49600 | 300 | right rear differential seal was leaking. Seal replaced, leak stopped. |
| Mar | 2013 | 65720 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Toyota Matrix
Engine not specified
| Toyota Matrix in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 57000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2008 | 62000 | 300 | Right driver side window fell off the track and has been doing it alot. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 22000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2007 | 23000 | 0 | (1) Check Engine Light came on. I could not clear CEL by removing EFI relay for five minutes. Toyota checked vehicle and replaced a cannister in the emission system, as being too low in pressure. Problem cured; repaired under warranty. One of the two remote key units lost "registration" with the car such that the one unit would not lock/unlock anything. Toyota reprogrammed or re-registered the unit under warranty. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2008 | 44640 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 45260 | 74 | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota Matrix 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Toyota Matrix in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 19840 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2007 | 20460 | 0 | Check engine light on |
| May | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Toyota Matrix 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 49600 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2008 | 50840 | 175 | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Toyota Matrix
Engine not specified
| Toyota Matrix in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2008 | 122000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2008 | 125000 | 220 | Failed Clutch...slipping |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Toyota Matrix in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2008 | 31000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 31000 | 1200 | Clutch went bad, it's poor design and many XRS owners have problems. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 77500 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 102920 | 103 | "Check engine" light came on. Rust removed from top of gas filler pipe -computer reset - light has not come since. |
| Jun | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2007 | 27000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 43000 | 735 | Left front strut leaked. Replaced both front struts and had wheel alignment. CD player in factory radio failed to function properly. Replaced factory radio with new unit. |
| Apr | 2009 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Toyota Matrix
Engine not specified
| Toyota Matrix in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 140000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2008 | 142000 | 4000 | After having 3 shops (including dealer) fail to diagnose the problem, my transmission failed. This vehicle has been my worst experience with Toyota - including service and reliability. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2009 | 127720 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2009 | 128960 | 2900 | Manual transmission replaced with a used, but improved, version from a 2007 Corolla. Main bearing was failing. Toyota has since modified the transmission. |
| Jan | 2010 | 137020 | 100 | Oil pressure sender ruptured creating oil leak Part replaced, problem solved. |
| Apr | 2013 | 160580 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| Toyota Matrix in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 70 | Headlight relay was shorted out, causing a fuse to blow. The relay was repaired. | |
| Jan | 2008 | 59000 | 170 | The starter in the vehicle was deemed to be faulty. The starter was replaced, but failed again the following morning. A second trip to the shop revealed that the replacement starter was defective. It was replaced yet again. At this point, no further trips Starter replaced second time. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2003 Toyota Matrix 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| Toyota in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2007 | 75000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2007 | 78000 | 0 | check engine light. probably faulty sensor. will need to check again |
| Sep | 2007 | 80000 | 0 | Gas cover spring. |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Toyota Matrix in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2007 | 66000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2008 | 68000 | 600 | Both front brake calipers seized. Calipers replaced, rotors machined and brake system serviced |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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