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2003 Toyota Matrix repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (12%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (3%)

Chart based on 153 repairs.
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2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

185380 mi

C $75
Replaced wiper transmission due to corroded shafts slowly starting to seize. 
161200 mi The hood release came open while driving 100Km/hr down the highway. Smashed roof, windshield, hood, side panels - car was written off. 
128000 mi

US $250
Bearings on front left wheel were very bad, and made much noise. Replaced the front right wheel bearings, too. 

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2003 Toyota Matrix 4-door

4-cylinder automatic AWD

80000 mi Gas cover spring. 

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2003 Toyota Matrix Other Problems

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