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CarComplaints.com Notes: The Toyota Matrix is the mechanical twin of the Pontiac Vibe.
Both models were a joint GM-Toyota venture, manufactured together at a NUMMI production facility in Fremont, CA. Only the heating & A/C systems are different.
8.0
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $3,000
- Average Mileage:
- 64,950 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 2 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- change out rear differential (2 reports)
drivetrain problem
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A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Experienced a whining noise from the rear differential. Diagnosed by the dealership as TSB #00207 -- ABNORMAL NOISE FROM REAR DIFFERENTIAL. *KB (NHTSA ID #10022730, AUGUST 23 2007). This vehicle was purchased in 2002 when first released so conveniently, the TSB was issued once the car was outside of warranty coverage. Requested financial assistance from dealership and Toyota Canada which was declined. This car has always been serviced according to schedule. The car is essentially worthless already since the repair costs as much it's value. ($3500 CDN plus taxes). Very disappointed as I purchased a Toyota for their reputation for quality. I will never purchase from Toyota again.
- katiemegs, London, ON, Canada