2003 Pontiac Vibe vs 2003 Toyota Matrix
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 2003 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 297 | 268 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 406 | 140 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–28 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 64,678 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Pontiac Vibe | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 49 | 83 |
| Air Bags | 66 | 57 |
| Visibility | 74 | 9 |
| Structure | 24 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 | 21 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 13 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2003 Pontiac Vibe
2003 Toyota Matrix
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.