CarRecallWatchThe 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 29 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (20 reports).
2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix recalls
Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can degrade over time from long-term exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants
The passenger side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may build up excessive internal pressure when the airbag deploys, causing the inflator to rupture.
Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash
The front passenger airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture when the airbag deploys in a crash.
Air bags may deploy unexpectedly while driving
A component in the air bag control module can fail due to electrical noise.
Most common 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix problems
Problem areas named in the 29 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 20 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Structure | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
What owners report
Car has over 290,000 miles, sole owner of car. Just learned the odometer will freeze at 299,999 miles based on issue known by Toyota for a few models. Odometer freeze was not disclosed even though Toyota has selectively repaired some cars odometers at no charge to customers or split costs with customers. Odometer freeze makes safe maintenance of car more difficult. Toyota apparently added a 9 year warranty extension because of its knowledge of problems but didn't notify owners. My 2004 vehicle would have been covered through 2013, but I was not given an opportunity to have the problem repaired under warranty. Toyota apparently knew this problem affected Corolla (up through 2008), Matrix & Vi
Window not rolling up properly, drivers side
This safety problem pertains to all vehicles sold in the U.S., not only my make and model. I was horrified to learn that the crash ratings are inaccurate for most women and all short people, because they were developed only for average sized men. It should be no surprise that when collisions occur, more women than men are seriously injured. More women than men are injured when air bags deploy. More women than men are injured by their shoulder belts. I am afraid to purchase a new car, because the crash ratings that I have relied on in the past are unreliable for me as a short woman. I am very disappointed that my own government, to which I pay taxes, has been so misleading to the public on i
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact called the dealer to inquire about a recall for the air bag and was informed there were 2 previous air bag recalls that were repaired in the past. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The approximate failure mileage was 159,086.
I have been unable to have my dealer repair the recalls on this car despite repeated times calling up Toyota and dealing with Larry H Miller Toyota dealership. They refuse to give me a replacement car while they fix it and won't say how long it will take. I also discovered that there are no child seat anchors in the back. I was told this is unlawful given the date of this car's manufacture. I hope NHTSA will help force Toyota to fix these recalls and install car seat anchors and give em a replacement vehicle to drive to work and for children while they fix it.
2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix questions
Does the 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix: Passenger airbag may explode and spray metal fragments; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments at occupants; Passenger airbag inflator may rupture in crash; Air bags may deploy unexpectedly while driving; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix?
Based on 29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (20), Electrical System (3), Seat Belts (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Toyota Corolla Matrix has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.