2005 Toyota Matrix electrical system problems
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2005 Toyota Matrix — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota matrix. While driving 70 mph, the engine completely shut off. Also, the electrical system shut off and the power steering stopped working. Perry motors (310 s main st, bishop, ca 93514, (760) 872-4141) stated that there was no recall; therefore, the contact would…”
filed Jan 4, 2019
“Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2005 toyota matrix. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated and the clock failed to work. The contact later received a recall notice concerning the air bags. The dealer scheduled the recall repair, but the remedy failed. After the…”
filed Sep 16, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Electrical System problems in other Matrix years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Matrix | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 Matrix | 9 | 5% |
| 2008 Matrix | 8 | 21% |
| 2007 Matrix | 12 | 13% |
| 2006 Matrix | 22 | 13% |
| 2004 Matrix | 9 | 7% |
| 2003 Matrix | 12 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Toyota Matrix
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.