Toyota Corolla Matrix Problems by Year
Toyota Corolla Matrix years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Corolla Matrix year: 2005, 2006, 2009. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2005 Corolla Matrix: 89 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2009 Corolla Matrix: 74 complaints, 8 recalls
- 2006 Corolla Matrix: 64 complaints, 4 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2013 Corolla Matrix: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2011 Corolla Matrix: 6 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2010 Corolla Matrix: 20 complaints, 7 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Toyota Corolla Matrix problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags problems | 276 | 10 | 19 |
| Electrical System | 30 | 7 | 2 |
| Engine | 29 | 7 | 2 |
| Structure | 18 | 8 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 17 | 9 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Power Train | 11 | 6 | 0 |
| Steering | 11 | 5 | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seats | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Toyota Corolla Matrix problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Toyota Corolla Matrix model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Corolla Matrix | 1 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2012 Corolla Matrix | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2011 Corolla Matrix | 6 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2010 Corolla Matrix | 20 | 7 | — | Air Bags | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2009 Corolla Matrix | 74 | 8 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2008 Corolla Matrix | 31 | 4 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2007 Corolla Matrix | 48 | 4 | — | Air Bags | More complaints than other years |
| 2006 Corolla Matrix | 64 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2005 Corolla Matrix | 89 | 4 | — | Air Bags | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2004 Corolla Matrix | 29 | 5 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2003 Corolla Matrix | 36 | 5 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Toyota Corolla Matrix years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2005 (89), 2006 (64), 2009 (74) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Corolla Matrix year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Toyota Corolla Matrix?
Air Bags, with 276 complaints across 10 model years.
How many recalls does the Toyota Corolla Matrix have?
17 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.