Model year
2008 Toyota Matrix
NHTSA lists 2 recalls and 38 complaints for the 2008 Toyota Matrix (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (11), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (8), AIR BAGS (4). NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 27–29 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $2,300–$2,500, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2003 268 complaints
- 2004 138 complaints
- 2005 213 complaints
- 2006 170 complaints
- 2007 96 complaints
- 2008 38 complaints
- 2009 192 complaints
- 2010 45 complaints
- 2011 10 complaints
- 2012 5 complaints
- 2013 0 complaints
Recalls
10V384000 · Aug 26, 2010
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2008 COROLLA AND COROLLA MATRIX VEHICLES. THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) FOR THE SUBJECT MODELS EQUIPPED WITH THE 1ZZ-FE ENGINE AND TWO-WHEEL DRIVE MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A CRACK MAY…
10V035000 · Feb 3, 2010
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 110, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS." THESE VEHICLES WERE SOLD BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 AND JUNE 2, 2008 WITHOUT THE…
Complaints
38 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 6, fire flag on 0, injury field 2, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
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Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matrix · 1.8L · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 | 31 | 27 | — | — | $2,500 |
| Matrix · 1.8L · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 | 33 | 29 | — | — | $2,300 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2008 Toyota Matrix at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.