2004 Pontiac Vibe vs 2004 Toyota Matrix
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2004 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 266 | 138 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 424 | 133 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25–28 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,000 mi | 74,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 | 35 |
| Visibility | 70 | 13 |
| Power Train | 12 | 37 |
| Structure | 24 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 8 | 6 |
| Tires | 7 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 10 | 7 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 7 |
2004 Pontiac Vibe
2004 Toyota Matrix
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.