2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring vs 2009 Toyota Matrix
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring | 2009 Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 192 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 39 | 215 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 34 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 28,101 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Toyota Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 8 | 78 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 45 |
| Steering | 11 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 9 |
| Engine | 1 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 9 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 0 | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 15 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
2009 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.