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2011 Toyota Matrix repairs by problem area

Engine (0%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (50%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (50%)

Other (0%)

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2011 Toyota Matrix repair cost distribution

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$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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2011 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch

132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Toyota Matrix in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2017 - Jan 2024
May 2018

121520 mi

C $500
Rear passenger brake pad keeps wearing on an angle, tilting. It has been changed twice in the last 20,000km.From some advice on a forum I filed down the pads this time to make sure they weren't binding in the caliper bracket, but they are wearing unevenly again. Seems to be a common problem in this generation. Sunroof is rusting very badly, bits of rust fall inside when opening it. Outer metal edge of the glass is heavily corroded. Seems to be mentioned frequently in forums as well as a problem with the Vibe/Matrix 2nd Gen. 
Aug 2018

122760 mi

C $250
Premature brake wear on the rear passenger side, pads wearing on an angle again. Took to Toyota for their opinion. They said that the tab on the brake pad was not aligned with the notch in the piston, which was causing the angle. They realigned it. We will see if this solves the issue. 
Aug 2019

132060 mi

C $450
Sunroof is rusting so badly that metal is falling into car when sunroof is opened. Sunroof panel with glass replaced. 
Jun 2021

149420 mi

C $150
Rear passenger brake pads continue to wear prematurely and on an angle. Decided to change caliper to see if issue resolved. 
Jul 2023

158100 mi
Rattling metallic noise from bottom of the car. Found the heat shield near the catalytic converter is only attached in one area, other connections have disintegrated. Cut heat shield off. 

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