CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (37 reports).
2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix recalls
Passenger Front Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash
The front passenger air bag inflator module in these vehicles was replaced under an earlier recall, and the replacement may not unfold as designed when it inflates in high temperatures.
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.
Most common 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix problems
Problem areas named in the 48 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 37 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
What owners report
Vehicle keeps stalling while driving if stopped at a light or stop sign or if mrps drop to low engine shuts off lights flicker and no check engine light has come on.
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Matrix. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights started flashing and the RPM gauge fluctuated from a low RPM to high RPM. The contact stated that he pulled over and attempted to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The contact had a voltmeter and checked the battery and noticed that the battery was low on charge. The contact had recently installed a new battery. The contact jump started the vehicle and was able to shift into drive (D) however, the vehicle was hesitating and not responsive while depressing the accelerator pedal. The c
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a transmission center and the contact was informed that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V384000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was contacted and the contact was referred to the NHTSA for assistance. The failure mileage was 143,000.
I have been waiting over 2 years for this passenger side airbag recall to be remedied. I was told a remedy was available about a year and a half ago, but despite many calls and service appointments where I left the car with Toyota (they even kept my car for nearly 9 hours once), they always tell me they don't have the part available and that they will call me when it becomes available (they still haven't). I tried multiple Toyota service centers in my area with the same results. The airbag was already recalled previously and the remedy was to replace it with an airbag part that was also recalled, so in actuality it has probably been over 5 years since the original recall and after all this t
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA MATRIX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE AND APPROXIMATELY 20 SECONDS LATER, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY OPERATED AS NORMAL AND THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE LOCAL DEALER HOFFMAN TOYOTA LOCATED AT 36 ALBANY TURNPIKE, WEST SIMSBURY, CT 06092 AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 10V384000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT INDICATED THE VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED THE SAME FAILURE LISTED IN
2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix questions
Does the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix: Passenger Front Air Bag May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash; 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. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix?
Based on 48 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (37), Electrical System (3), Unknown Or Other (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 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.