2008 Toyota Matrix vs 2010 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 | 2008 Toyota Matrix | 2010 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 38 | 45 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 141 | 222 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–29 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 42,651 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Toyota Matrix | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 6 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 1 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 2 | 2 |
2008 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.