| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2003 Toyota Matrix repairs by problem area
Engine (33%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)
Brakes and Traction Control (6%)
Suspension and Steering (12%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)
Other (3%)
Chart based on 154 repairs.
2003 Toyota Matrix engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (13%)
$100 - $499 (40%)
< $100 (34%)
Chart based on 47 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2003 Toyota Matrix
Engine not specified
| 145000 mi US $150 |
wasn't idling and was stalling, a/t sensor in throttle body |
| 114300 mi US $150 |
clutch isn't right, broken motor mount, can't stop car to have either fixed |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
180-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 111000 mi US $220 |
replaced o2 sensors(2) & catalytic converter |
| 122000 mi US $150 |
ECU so sensitive to any loss in performance of catalytic converter that it throws PO420 code prematurely. So I replaced the CAT for the 2nd time 1 yr after the first. The OEM CAT is $900+ so I refuse to pay that opting for a Magnaflow HD. |
| 135000 mi US $150 |
CEL P0420 indicating Catalytic Converter not properly functioning has been a reoccuring problem for 4 yrs. Instead of replacing the cat for the 3rd time and O2 sensors I went with a spark plug non fouler on the downstream o2 sensor. |
| 135780 mi C $1500 |
The clutch was slipping so I couldn't accelerate past an idle. The valve cover and oil pan gaskets were replaced. |
| 223000 mi US $90 |
Noticed CEL and rough idle/sluggish acceleration. Ignition coil failure on cylinder 1 caused by error code P0301. Replaced coil and cleared code, returned to normal. |
| Check engine light illuminated, faulty O2 sensor. Replaced O2 sensor, but problem returned within 9 months. |
| 161500 mi US $460 |
Oil leak |
| 22000 mi US $50 |
Replaced a squeeky accessory belt. On the 2zz-ge engines, while in "LIFT" (6000rpm-8400rpm) the accessory belt & accessories don't spin at engine speed and the belt "burns" or "glazes" causing squeeking. Recommend Goodyear Gatorback belt for replacement |
| 78000 mi US $150 |
Nine yrs old noticed drips on garage floor. Replaced water pump. thermostat, and serpentine belt. |
| 88300 mi US $650 |
Exhaust leak. Turn on fresh air, exhaust enters cabin. Knotso gud! |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
180-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 137000 mi US $60 |
Slow oil leak. Mechanic tightened screws around gasket that had shrunk a little bit; problem solved. |
| 138000 mi US $80 |
Faulty gasket on engine cover replaced. |
| 140000 mi | Valve head oil leak |
| 141000 mi | Check engine light went on. Code was for problem with variable valve timing system that I am opting not to repair. Had mechanic turn off check engine light. |
| 157000 mi US $500 |
Exhaust leak traced to worn-out gasket. Replaced gasket. |
| 160000 mi US $150 |
Accessory belt replacement |
| 185000 mi | CEL; code pointed to catalytic converter. Turned off CEL and it did not reoccur. |
| 99000 mi US $2100 |
Complete emission control system needed to be replaced. |
| 175000 mi US $750 |
Fuel Pump and injectors needed to be replaced |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 50000 mi | Catalytic converter replaced under extended emissions warranty. ECU reprogrammed to address premature cat wear. |
| 153140 mi C $130 |
Engine vibrating and check engine check light blinking. Found cylinder #2 misfiring due to faulty ignition coil. New ignition coil installed correcting problem |
| 157260 mi C $100 |
While waiting in traffic engine temp was rising, found radiator fan fuse burnt. New fuse installed. |
| 130820 mi C $1600 |
Fuel tank rusted through and leaking |
| 249000 mi US $380 |
Replace serpentine belt. Replace oil pan gasket |
| 251000 mi US $400 |
Catalytic converter failed with code P0420 |
| 201000 mi US $260 |
Drive belt replacement |
| 98000 mi US $200 |
Oil change and Belt Tensioner was leaking and required repair. The repair added another 1.5 hours to the service. |
| 144000 mi US $5000 |
Piston problem with engine, requiring full rebuild or replacement. |
| 193000 mi US $188 |
retune engine; identified that the CConverter is out, but did not repair. |
| 204000 mi | Catalytic converter never repaired. |
| 132420 mi C $100 |
Oil pressure sender ruptured creating oil leak Part replaced, problem solved. |
| 143000 mi US $2500 |
Catalytic converter was warranted until 2008. Defect to me appeared in 2012. I managed DIY repair until today. The car runs fine but emissions are above threshold. |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 620 mi | oxygen sensor - sulfur smell |
| 136000 mi US $70 |
Air in coolant system that needed to be removed. |
| 146000 mi US $25 |
Radiator seems to have a leak as the radiator coolant tank was consistently empty and the radiator hose didn't seem to have any flow, even after extensive engine use. Radiator was sealed using liquid sealing product and refilled with coolant |
| 113000 mi US $45 |
leaking oil at timing chain tensioner-replaced timing chain tensioner |
| 171520 mi C $265 |
Problem with ignition switch. Change it. Engine never stop when we turn off the key. Have to disconnect battery to stop engine. |
| 158100 mi C $542 |
Change the fuel tank intake pipe, air leak causes computer problem. |
| 173700 mi C $194 |
Rebuilt an exhaust bracket |
| 174220 mi C $73 |
change oil pressure sending unit located above the oil filter Was leaking I paid for |
| 98946 mi C $4500 |
Full engine swap due to a poorly trained mechanic at a seperate shop, forgot to put my oil drain plug back in, engine starved to death. Refused to accept responsibility. full engine swap due to a poorly trained mechanic at a seperate shop, forgot to put my oil drain plug back in, engine starved to death.. |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
123-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 195000 mi US $649 |
Radiator replaced Fuel rail replaced due to fuel leak at throttle body. |
| 60000 mi US $850 |
Engine light came on. Replaced O2 sensor, cleaned out fuel system. Toyota O2 sensors are a bit pricey! |
| 98000 mi US $230 |
Pipe welded |
2003 Toyota Matrix 4-door
4-cylinder automatic AWD
| 78000 mi | check engine light. probably faulty sensor. will need to check again |
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