CarRecallWatchThe 2007 Toyota Matrix has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (36 reports).
2007 Toyota Matrix recalls
Most common 2007 Toyota Matrix problems
Problem areas named in the 96 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Tires | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Structure | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Fuel System, Other | 2 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2007 Toyota Matrix. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an engine misfire, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA MATRIX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER TOYOTA WHITTIER LOCATED AT 14577 E, WHITTIER BLVD, WHITTIER, CA 90605, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG COIL WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 TOYOTA MATRIX. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE REAR DRIVER'S DOOR, THE EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE DETACHED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MILTON RUBEN AUTO GROUP (3514 WASHINGTON RD, AUGUSTA, GA 30907) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HANDLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. SEVERAL MONTHS LATER, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR HANDLE SHATTERED, CAUSING LACERATIONS TO THE DRIVER'S HAND. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT RECEIVED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 130,000. *TT THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED. *TR
MY DAUGHTER TOTALED THIS VEHICLE WITH A FRONT END COLLISION. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY.
2007 TOYOTA MATRIX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE ROADMASTER TIRES ON VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED IN A SPAN OF 2 MONTHS THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED 3 FLAT TIRES. *JS
2007 Toyota Matrix questions
Does the 2007 Toyota Matrix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2007 Toyota Matrix: Engine And Engine Cooling; Equipment:Other:Labels. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Toyota Matrix?
Based on 96 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (36), Vehicle Speed Control (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (12).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Toyota 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.