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2003 Toyota Matrix Recalls

What To Do If Your Matrix Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Toyota, so if you own a 2003 Matrix take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

  1. Call Toyota to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
  2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
  3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2003 Matrix Recalls

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2003 Toyota Matrix

    • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
    • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
    • Number Affected 16,270

    Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

    Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

  • VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR Recall for 2003 Toyota Matrix

    • Recall Announced APRIL 10 2008
    • NHTSA Reference #08V162000
    • Number Affected 662,178

    Summary: Toyota is recalling 662,178 MY 2003-2004 corolla, corolla Matrix and Pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with power windows. The driver and front passenger door glass bolts may loosen and come off, causing the door glass to separate from the window regulator. Due to the components becoming loose and possibly rattling, an abnormal noise may be heard from the driver and /or front passenger door when operating the power windows.

    Consequence: The door glass may separate from the window regulator, bind and shatter during operation of the power windows, causing driver distraction and/or injury.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2008 to Toyota owners. The recall began on May 21, 2008, for Pontiac owners. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-888-270-9371 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #08V162000 »

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Recall for 2003 Toyota Matrix

    • Recall Announced MARCH 13 2006
    • NHTSA Reference #06E023000
    • Number Affected 292,000

    Summary: Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment."

    Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

    Fix: Anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.

    For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E023000 »

Toyota Contact Information

Phone:
(800) 331-4331
Web:
Toyota Customer Service
Mail:
Toyota Customer Assistance Center
19001 S. Western Ave.
Torrance, CA 90509-2991

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