KnownCarProblems2007 Toyota Matrix Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 96 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Toyota Matrix, most often about the air bags (38% of complaints, typically around 92,500 miles). It is 6th of 11 Matrix model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2007 Toyota Matrix problems
Air bags
36 complaints · 38%Half of these problems showed up before 92,500 miles. Parts named most often: frontal.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Matrix. While stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle engine seized without warning. The vehicle restarted and while driving less than 10 MPH, the speedometer read 20 MPH. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact mentioned that smoke started emitting from under the hood, as well…
Toyota has not rectified the airbag issue in a timely manner. I received an "interim notice" from Toyota regarding the recall of airbags on my car 8/10/2015. The status of my car according to Toyota remains "interim" and as such they are not able to replace the airbag. However, in said letter Toyota stated that…
Engine
14 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 60,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Matrix. The contact stated received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 10v384000 (engine and engine cooling) september 2010. The notice advised that a second notification would be sent to inform vehicle owners of when the repairs were scheduled to begin. The contact had yet to…
2007 Matrix bought new, having stalling and puttering engine problems when it had only 67,000 miles on it and regular maintenance. Early april, 2010, car stalled out when I was entering on-ramp to freeway 15 in california. A car almost hit me in the rear as a result. Managed to get car over to shoulder, where it died.…
Speed control
12 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 29,000 miles.
I was in a giant food store parking lot going 5 to 10 MPH. I was pulling up in the pickup lane to get my groceries. Upon completing a sharp left turn and getting ready to stop my engine revved up at a very high rate without pushing the accelerator down hard. I put my foot on the brake and put the car in neutral. The…
March 2,2010 while stopped at a light at the intersection of joppa road and loch raven blvd. My 2007 Toyota Matrix accelerated, while my foot was on the brake into the truck in front of me...also stopped at the red light. You could smell brakes burning, police were called but only did a collision report since my front…
Electrical
12 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 55,000 miles. Parts named most often: horn, alternator/generator/regulator.
Check engine light would come on and tach would jump all over- diagnostic tool read bank one low pressure. Light would go off and on by itself. Shortly after while driving on the highway car almost stalled and would only go around 20mph then corrected itself. This became a daily event - took car into dealer for…
Sudden lose of power affecting steering and braking. When taken to the dealer I read the Toyota service bulletin issued in sep 2007 that specifically stated that warranty repair only in the event a customer complains. Toyota has left many drivers of corollas and Matrix with defective computer which causes lose of…
Wheels and tires
8 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 23,500 miles.
1. We were driving down the highway at 60 MPH and the car began shaking harder and harder. 2. The tire's sidewall was completely shredded on both sides, as if it were defective. 3. The tire will have to be replaced, but it is no longer under warranty as of last month.
I own 2007 Toyota Matrix. 28,161 current mileage. Four (4) good year tires - eagle p205/55r/16 come with Matrix. Defective tires. Other 3 tires still looks good condition but one of the sidewall dried prematurely and the tire apart into 2 pieces while I was driving. I sent the email to contact goodyear last sat…
Fuel system
6 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 43,500 miles. Parts named most often: fuel injection system.
Since I bought my Toyota Matrix 2007 every time I fill the gas tank no matter which gas station I use, the gas always spills all over from the gas tank. I thought I it was because I was doing something wrong. It was not until the car reached 50,000 miles last month that I contacted balise Toyota in west springfield…
The fuel tank protector on my 2007 Toyota Matrix became loose. The fuel tank shield is retained by a screw into a plastic retainer mounted onto a tank strap. The plastic decays and the screw falls out. The fuel tank shield function is now compromised in its ability to protect the fuel tank from the heat of the exhaust…
Transmission
4 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: driveline, clutch assembly.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Matrix. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The failure occurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the spark plugs and coils needed to…
I brought my Matrix to Toyota of bellevue with concerns about the clutch and transmission shortly after its purchase. I was brushed off saying this is just how Toyota's drive. Well I guess they weren't lying about that because I am among many owners that have had their bearing in their transmission fail prematurely. I…
Body and structure
4 complaints · 4%Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
I work out of a 2007 Toyota Matrix. The hatchback lid is used quite often. The lid has been going up slower and less high over the past few months. This week I opened the lid and the gas struts failed. I could have had my head taken off if I was leaning inside the vehicle. Is it normal for the struts to fail so…
I drive a 2007 Toyota Matrix. While driving down the road, something came loose and a loud rattle/banging was present. I drove to the nearest Toyota dealership and left it there overnight. The gas tank strap was broken thus causing the fuel tank to hang down. The dealership alleges that I must've hit something for…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2007 Toyota Matrix recalls
Engine: engine and engine cooling
Risk: There are a variety of warnings and consequences associated with the defect. The engine warning lamp could be illuminated, harsh shifting could result, the engine may not start, or the engine could shut off while the vehicle is being driven. An engine shutoff while the vehicle is being driven increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the production number of the ECM and replace the ECM if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. Toyota will mail an interim owner notification the middle of september 2010 to advise owners of this defect and recall. This interim notification will inform owners that they will receive a future notification when parts become available to have the free remedy performed on their vehicle. The safety recall began on november 29, 2010. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331.
Full defect summary
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 corolla and corolla matrix vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) for the subject models equipped with the 1zz-fe engine and two-wheel drive may have been improperly manufactured. There is a possibility that a crack may develop at certain solder points or on varistors on the circuit board.
Equipment: labels
Risk: This does not meet the standard requirements.
Fix: Dealers will mail to consumers the corrected label or the customer will have the option for dealers to install the label free of charge. Dealers will also correct the owner's manual. The safety recall began on may 27, 2010. Owners may contact gulf states toyota at 713-580-3300.
Full defect summary
Gulf states toyota is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims." these vehicles were sold between september 1, 2005 and june 2, 2008 without the requisite load carrying capacity modification labels.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2007 Toyota Matrix
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Matrix?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (36 complaints, typically around 92,500 miles); engine (14 complaints, typically around 60,000 miles); speed control (12 complaints, typically around 29,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2007 Toyota Matrix have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from August 26, 2010 (engine). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2007 a bad year for the Toyota Matrix?
- It is 6th of 11 Matrix model years by number of complaints, with 96 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.