2004 Toyota Matrix recalls
Problem: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Risk: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
16,270 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Visibility · NHTSA 08V162000 · Apr 10, 2008
Problem: Toyota is recalling 662,178 my 2003-2004 corolla, corolla matrix and pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with power windows. The driver and front passenger door glass bolts may loosen and come off, causing the door glass to separate from the window regulator. Due to the components becoming loose and possibly rattling, an abnormal noise may be heard from the driver and /or front passenger door when operating the power…
Risk: The door glass may separate from the window regulator, bind and shatter during operation of the power windows, causing driver distraction and/or injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on april 16, 2008 to toyota owners. The recall began on may 21, 2008, for pontiac owners. Owners may contact toyota at 1-888-270-9371 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
662,178 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Problem: Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo USA at 909-468-3688.
292,000 units potentially affected · Full recall details →
Latest owner complaints
Visibility · Mar 18, 2021 · 143,000 miles · CA
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota matrix. The contact stated that while raising or lowering the driver's side window, there was a clicking and rattling sound heard. The window also seemed to looser than normal. The contact became aware of NHTSA campaign number: 08V162000 (visibility) however, the VIN was not included. A dealer was not contacted or notified of the failure. The…
Air Bags · Mar 11, 2019 · 100,000 miles · AL
Takata recall will someone get toyota to repair my car? I have been trying to get my airbag hazard repaired since 2014 recall came out. No success to date. Meanwhile forced to drive potential bomb. It appears toyota is giving people the run-around. I stayed on the line for great length of time and was told to call back later and cut off. Dealer is not calling back. Any help…
Air Bags · Jun 26, 2018 · 206,500 miles · FL · crash · fire
Takata recall - while driving on a highway, there was a slow up, and I braked, but stopped right at the rear bumper of the car in front of me. However, another car was coming behind me and couldn't stop, or didn't notice that traffice had stopped. He pushed me into the car in front of me. At that moment, which was not a severe front end hit, I saw fire, an explosion, and the…
Air Bags · Jun 26, 2018 · 206,500 miles · FL · crash · fire
Takata recall - while driving on a highway, there was a slow up, and I braked, but stopped right at the rear bumper of the car in front of me. However, another car was coming behind me and couldn't stop, or didn't notice that traffice had stopped. He pushed me into the car in front of me. At that moment, which was not a severe front end hit, I saw fire, an explosion, and the…
Structure · Aug 21, 2017 · CA
Takata recall. I've been receiving recall notices for this vehicle for years. I have been attempting to have three issues resolved, only one of which is the takata airbag problem. I have attempted to make an appointment for the repairs at the nearest toyota dealer to me (about a 2.5 hour-rt drive from my home) for the past year+, but I am repeatedly told that they are awaiting…
Air Bags · Aug 21, 2017 · CA
Takata recall. I've been receiving recall notices for this vehicle for years. I have been attempting to have three issues resolved, only one of which is the takata airbag problem. I have attempted to make an appointment for the repairs at the nearest toyota dealer to me (about a 2.5 hour-rt drive from my home) for the past year+, but I am repeatedly told that they are awaiting…
Unknown or Other · Aug 21, 2017 · CA
Takata recall. I've been receiving recall notices for this vehicle for years. I have been attempting to have three issues resolved, only one of which is the takata airbag problem. I have attempted to make an appointment for the repairs at the nearest toyota dealer to me (about a 2.5 hour-rt drive from my home) for the past year+, but I am repeatedly told that they are awaiting…
Unknown or Other · Aug 13, 2017 · 95,000 miles · NY
Takata recall not addressed by the manufacturer in a timely manner. Recall number: 08V162 from 2008, recall status is incomplete. Leading to power windows completely immovable. Manufacturer failed to remedy these recalls in a timely manner.
Visibility/Wiper · Aug 13, 2017 · 95,000 miles · NY
Takata recall not addressed by the manufacturer in a timely manner. Recall number: 08V162 from 2008, recall status is incomplete. Leading to power windows completely immovable. Manufacturer failed to remedy these recalls in a timely manner.
Air Bags · Aug 13, 2017 · 95,000 miles · NY
Takata recall not addressed by the manufacturer in a timely manner. Recall number: 08V162 from 2008, recall status is incomplete. Leading to power windows completely immovable. Manufacturer failed to remedy these recalls in a timely manner.
Air Bags · Jun 16, 2017 · 70,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injured
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 toyota matrix. While driving 3 MPH, the vehicle accelerated rapidly without warning and caused a crash. The contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. It was unknown if the vehicle was towed because the contact could not remember. Motter auto…
Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 16, 2017 · 70,000 miles · CA · crash · 1 injured
Tl* the contact owned a 2004 toyota matrix. While driving 3 MPH, the vehicle accelerated rapidly without warning and caused a crash. The contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was destroyed. It was unknown if the vehicle was towed because the contact could not remember. Motter auto…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Toyota Matrix have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2004 Toyota Matrix, the most recent one (09E012000) for exterior lighting. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Toyota Matrix?
Based on 138 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most reported areas are power train (38), air bags (36), vehicle speed control (15).
Have there been crashes or injuries linked to the 2004 Toyota Matrix?
Owners reported 18 crashes, 2 fires, 24 injuries and 0 deaths in complaints to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports, not findings of fault.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2004 Toyota Matrix?
NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation that include this vehicle, most recently EA08004: Side front power window shatters.