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2006 Toyota Matrix repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (3%)

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2006 Toyota Matrix body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (13%)

< $100 (75%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD

82300 mi

US $200
Replaced front driver side wheel well liner 
88300 mi

US $50
Door pillar cover came loose 

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2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

124000 mi

US $800
Front Plastic Wheel Well Covers came loose and were partially damaged or ground down with tire tread. Mechanic was able to resecure to frame with plastic zip ties. 
165540 mi Hood latch failed at 90 km/h, hood flipped back destroying the hood, windshield, and roof. Vehicle written off. 

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2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

118-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

13392 mi

C $96
Door sill tape kit TSB 2423 was done to all 4 door lower sills. Total warranty claim amount $239.92, but no charge to me as under warranty. Replaced engine oil and filter and cabin air filter. 
20460 mi The body door seal on driver side rear door was popping out at 2 corners. That door rarely used on this car, only 15000 kms driven in 1 year since I purchased it. 
22940 mi Annoying ticking noise from radio housing on dashboard 
27280 mi Annoying ticking noise from radio housing on dashboard. It's intermittent, very odd - can be driving on rough road and no noise or drive on smooth road with the noise. Toyota now says they can't fix it, must live with it. 

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2006 Toyota Matrix Body Problems

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