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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%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 99 repairs.
2006 Toyota Matrix electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (8%)
$100 - $499 (31%)
< $100 (62%)
Chart based on 13 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
| 145080 mi C $290 |
Starter skipping. Replaced. |
| 90000 mi US $175 |
Noticed slightly less AC capacity. Took for preventative maintenance. Evacuated A/C system and replaced coolant and lubricant. Mechanic added dye for possible future leak check. |
| 74000 mi US $320 |
Dashboard clock backlight failing intermittently. Told this is a common failure, internal circuit board solder joints are faulty. Unit must be replaced at astronomical cost. Chose not to repair. |
| 93000 mi US $80 |
Intermittent airbag light. Shop cannot find cause. |
| 93000 mi | Intermittent airbag light when sold. |
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 161000 mi US $80 |
Replaced starter |
| 194680 mi C $700 |
battery, terminal and alternator window washer pump |
| 117130 mi US $9 |
Driver's side headlamp burned out. Replaced burned-out driver's side headlight bulb myself. |
| 136000 mi US $10 |
Passenger-side headlamp burned out. I replaced it with OEM part. |
| 47000 mi | Alarm went off at any time. Replaced with new alarm. |
2006 Toyota Matrix 4dr Hatch
118-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic AWD
| 80700 mi | Clock inop |
| 94000 mi US $140 |
Water from car wash leaked into cabin air filter. Filter saturated with water restricting air flow. Filter removed and dried. |
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