2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix Problems
- Complaints
- 48filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 87,000miles, 16 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 4campaigns on record
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 48 consumer complaints for the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix. The part named most often is air bags, with 37 complaints (77% of the total), followed by electrical system (3) and engine cooling (3). 16 of the complaints include a mileage, and 19% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 87,000 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 5 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns and 16 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 4 recall campaigns covering the inflator module and 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags37 77%
- Electrical system3 6.3%
- Engine cooling3 6.3%
- Other or unknown3 6.3%
- Brakes2 4.2%
- Body and structure2 4.2%
- Exterior lighting1 2.1%
- Seats1 2.1%
- Steering1 2.1%
- Tires1 2.1%
Also reported: Transmission and drivetrain (1), Vehicle speed control (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “I am still waiting for my passenger side airbag to be replaced. Is takada/Toyota ever going to be required to replace it? My car is 2007 with only 85,000 miles on it and I want to keep it. When will the airbags be replaced?”
NHTSA complaint #11337439, filed 2020-07, 80,000 milesElectrical system: “I was in a car accident last year and I was sitting on the passenger seat and my husband was on the drivers seat along with my two children in the back seat. We were rear ended by high speed vehicle driving erratically. All of us suffered whip lash and back injuries in the accident. Also, the airbag never got deployed and the air bag sign is on the dash board. This is very dangerous life and death situation and I am upset for buying a brand new car which I hoped that all safety equipment will be working. I was shocked and hurt at the same time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11323606, filed 2020-05, 35 milesEngine cooling: “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. …”
NHTSA complaint #11523485, filed 2023-05, 131,000 milesOther or unknown: “I was driving home on a 2 lane city street a few weeks ago when I heard a loud crash/explosion of some kind on what seemed to be the top of my car, when I had gotten home I saw the sunroof had completely smashed as if something had fallen on top of it, but I and the guy who replaced the sunroof found no rocks or any point of impact on the sunroof, so it had appeared to crack spontaneously. We had been having icy weather the week prior but it had been cold enough for a while that a sudden temperature change couldn't have been what caused it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11073088, filed 2018-02, 152,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
19% of the 16 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 59,632 and 133,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: falling. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
Recalls and investigations
- 19V627000Aug 28, 2019Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Toyota Corolla Matrix 2005–2008, Corolla 2003–2008, Pontiac Vibe 2005–2008
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2003-2008 Corolla, 2005-2008 Corolla Matrix, and Pontiac Vibe vehicles equipped with a front passenger air bag assembly replaced under a prior recall. The air bag may not unfold as…
- 18V025000Jan 9, 2018Air bags › Frontal › Passenger side › Inflator moduleCovers: Toyota Corolla Matrix 2003–2008, Yaris 2010–2012, Pontiac Vibe 2010
On January 9, 2018, Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified NHTSA that they are recalling 14,585 model year 2010-2012 Yaris vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of…
- 15V285000May 13, 2015Air bagsCovers: Toyota Corolla Matrix 2003–2007, Sequoia 2002–2007, Lexus SC 2002–2007 +3 more
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015 that they are recalling certain model year 2004 Sequoia vehicles manufactured August 18, 2003, to August 19, 2004, and 2003-2004 Tundra vehicles manufactured March 18…
- 15V286000May 13, 2015Air bagsCovers: Toyota Corolla Matrix 2003–2007, Sequoia 2002–2007, Lexus SC 2002–2007 +3 more
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) notified the agency on May 13, 2015, that they are recalling 2005-2007 Lexus SC, Toyota Corolla, Corolla Matrix, Sequoia, and Pontiac Vibe, and 2005-2006 Toyota Tundra vehicles that were originally sold, or…
Recall details for the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 16 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11003647Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the…
- 11003592Apr 19, 2024Body and structure. To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film will be used instead of a cardboard type of anti-rust cover. The purpose of the wheel film is to shield the…
- 10253223Mar 4, 2024Engine cooling. This is to advise of various price adjustments that will affect Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Long Life Coolant, effective March 1, 2024. These products are ordered through the Toyota Complete…
- 10251076Jan 25, 2024Equipment. FAQ: Customer Frequently Asked Questions
- 10251075Jan 25, 2024Air bags. DP: The subject vehicles are equipped with a front passenger airbag. A part inside the airbag could explode, shooting sharp metal fragments at vehicle occupants. This could cause serious INJURY or…
- 10207946Jan 12, 2022Equipment, Wheels, Tires. POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of…
- 10190460Mar 17, 2021Air bags. Toyota Safety Recall and Service Campaign - Technician Certification Requirements
- 10145776Jul 21, 2016Equipment. Update on Technician Certification Requirements.
- 10062070Oct 24, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10061626Oct 1, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
Other model years of the Toyota Corolla Matrix
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 6 | 62,000 | 2 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2010 | 20 | 8,320 | 7 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2009 | 74 | 66,000 | 8 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2008 | 31 | 94,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (fewer than 3 comparable model years) | Falling |
| 2007 | 48 | 87,000 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 64 | 100,250 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 89 | 98,678 | 4 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 29 | 143,720 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 36 | 117,636 | 5 | — | — | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
All Toyota Corolla Matrix model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix have?
NHTSA recorded 48 consumer complaints for the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix as of Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 37 complaints (77% of the total), followed by electrical system with 3.
Has the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix been recalled?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2007 Toyota Corolla Matrix reported?
Among the 16 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 87,000 miles and the middle half falls between 59,632 and 133,000 miles; 19% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.