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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.
2.0
hardly worth mentioning- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 23,950 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- needing to replace thermostat (1 reports)
engine problem
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the engine does eventually warm up but i ave to keep the rpms around 3000 to keep it warm especially in the winter.
- James H., Kitchener, Ontario, Canada