2012 Toyota Matrix Technical Service Bulletins

218 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Toyota Matrix. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10051865Jan 3, 2013Seat belts, Air bags. Toyota: in a collision, to help reduce injuries, with seat belt pre=tensioners and supplemental restraint systems (srs), its possible that the devices may or may not perform as expected with unintended deployment. Model years 1990-2013. Models various models.
• 10133878Jan 2, 2013Electrical system. Flash reprogramming allows the ECU software to be updated without replacing the ECU. Flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ECUs are released as field-fix procedures described in individual Service Bulletins. This bulletin details the Techstream ECU flash reprogramming process and outlines use of the Technical Information System (TIS) and the Calibration Update Wizard (CUW). Flash calibration updates…
• 10133964Dec 21, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133962Dec 7, 2012Engine. Starting with the 2010 MY, Toyota began a gradual transition to the use of synthetic 0w-20 viscosity engine oil.
• 10133932Dec 6, 2012Equipment. A revised procedure has been developed to ensure proper removal and installation of the sun visor. Please use the following procedure for removal and installation of the sun visor.
• 10062011Nov 7, 2012Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10134006Oct 31, 2012Air bags. Some 2012 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles may exhibit a condition where the SRS MIL may illuminate intermittently, with no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the SRS system. Replace the center airbag sensor assembly to address this condition. This condition will not affect airbag deployment in a collision.
• 10050699Oct 31, 2012Air bags. Toyota: there are not diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored in srs system due to a condition where srs mil illuminates, intermittently and airbag sensor assembly, in center, will be replace. Deployment of airbag will not be affect in a collision. Models 2012 corolla, matrix.
• 10134000Oct 24, 2012Body and structure. Some 2009 ? 2013 model year Corolla and 2009 ? 2012 model year Matrix vehicles may exhibit a rattle, pop, or click noise when operating the driver or passenger front window glass. In some cases, the front window may become inoperative. This may be due to loose window regulator mounting bolts. Use the following repair procedure to address this condition.
• 10133978Oct 15, 2012Equipment. Some 2006 ? 2012 model year vehicles equipped with the 2AZ engine may exhibit an intermittent MIL ?ON? condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor ?A? Circuit) stored. The intake camshaft gear assembly has been improved to help prevent this condition.
• 10050819Oct 15, 2012Engine. Toyota: intake camshaft gear assembly was improved to prevent condition of engine exhibiting intermittent mil on. Model 2006-2012 camry, camry hv, corolla, matrix, rav4, solara.
• 10133974Oct 4, 2012Body and structure. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur.
• 10061649Oct 4, 2012Tires. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10045140Jun 13, 2012Vehicle speed control. Toyota: accelerator pedal sensor assembly information regarding the inspection, removal, and installation, if lubrication or oil, is applied.
• 10042555Sep 6, 2011Air bags, Seats. Toyota: information provided for replacing the seat covers for vehicles equipped with side airbags.
• 10037644Mar 31, 2011Equipment. Toyota: long-term storage procedure for some 2012 models.
• 10197476May 4, 2001Equipment. Replacement vin plates.
• 10197473Jan 18, 1991Equipment. Product general information.

← All problems reported for the 2012 Toyota Matrix