Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota matrix. The contact stated that while raising or lowering the driver's side window, there was a clicking and rattling sound heard. The window also seemed to looser than normal. The contact became aware of the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v162000 (visibility) however, the VIN was not included. A dealer was not contacted or notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 143,000.
2004 Toyota Matrix visibility problems
14 complaints (10% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 78,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 14
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- typical mileage
- 78,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Power window devices and controls6
- Glass, side/rear2
- Windshield1
At what mileage
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Toyota Matrix visibility problems in other years
Related recalls
Visibility: glass, side/rear
- What is wrong
- Toyota is recalling 662,178 my 2003-2004 corolla, corolla matrix and pontiac vibe vehicles equipped with power windows. The driver and front passenger door glass bolts may loosen and come off, causing the door glass to separate from the window regulator. Due to the components becoming loose and possibly rattling, an abnormal noise may be heard from the driver and /or front passenger door when operating the power windows.
- Risk
- The door glass may separate from the window regulator, bind and shatter during operation of the power windows, causing driver distraction and/or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the driver and front passenger door glass bolts with newly designed bolts free of charge. The recall began on april 16, 2008 to toyota owners. The recall began on may 21, 2008, for pontiac owners. Owners may contact toyota at 1‑888‑270‑9371 or pontiac at 1‑800‑620‑7668.
Recall number 08V162000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Side front power window shatters
For the subject vehicles, there is a possibility that the retention force of the regulator bolts which attach the front side window glass to the power window regulator may not be sufficient due to an interference of the retention nut and the bolt shoulder radius.in this condition the bolt may become loose, causing a loud noise to be generated when the window is raised or lowered.if the vehicle and the power window are continuously operated in this condition, the bolt may completely separate, causing the glass to become misaligned, and in the worse case, the glass may shatter during operation of the power window.general motors corporation (gm) and toyota north america, inc. (toyota) will conduct a safety recall on the pontiac vibe, toyota corolla and toyota matrix vehicles to replace the regulator bolt with a bolt and washer.gm will recall 122,593 my 2003-2004 pontiac vibe vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 16,045 warranty and goodwill claims, 274 field and consumer reports, and 23 injuries for these vehicles.toyota will recall 415,341 my 2003-2004 toyota corolla vehicles. Odi is aware of a total of 6,601 warranty claims, 150 field and consumer reports, and 11 injuries for these vehicles.toyota will recall 124,244 my 2003-2004 toyota corolla matrix vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 2,198 warranty claims, 113 field and consumer reports, and 6 injuries for these vehicles.odi is aware of a total of 24,843 warranty claims, 537 field and consumer reports, and 40 injuries for 662,178 my 2003-2004 vehicles.the recall is identified by the federal safety agency number 08v‑162.
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What 2004 Toyota Matrix owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Takata recall not addressed by the manufacturer in a timely manner. Recall number: 08v162 from 2008, recall status is incomplete. Leading to power windows completely immovable. Manufacturer failed to remedy these recalls in a timely manner.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota matrix. The contact stated that the vehicle would make a loud abnormal noise when the passenger side window was rolled down. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 08v162000 (visibility). However, the failure persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.
Metal part that window regulator attaches to came loose from driver window. Toyota claim that they replaced the bolt that passes through the metal part that came detached, and refuse to repair the problem. This failure results in the same issue underlying the recall for the bolt replacement.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 toyota matrix. While the contact was driving approximately 5 MPH attempting to stop; the front driver side power window was activated, followed by a clunking and rattling noise. The vehicle had been previously repaired in december of 2008 under the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v162000 (visibility:glass,side/rear). The contact stated the front driver's side window operated correctly before the recall remedy repair was performed on the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired for the most recent failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2004 toyota matrix. Consumer states driver side front window clanks whenever its lowered below half way, and makes a rubbing noise when it is raised*tgw the consumer stated he experienced the exact symptoms as described in the recall notice. The consumer took the vehicle to a local garage to have the problem diagnosed. After locating a recall, the repair shop called a local toyota dealer. But, when they checked the vehicle identification number, it was discovered the consumers vehicle was not included in the recall.
I am a 53-year-old woman who got the tip of my right index finger caught in the power window of a 2004 toyota matrix. It felt as if it would have cut it off had I not been able to press the release button with my other hand. As it is, one week after the event occurred, the tip of my finger is still numb. This was so easy to do, and so potentially damaging. Pressure-sensitive power windows need to be implemented asap!
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 toyota matrix. In may of 2008, the vehicle was taken to the dealer to replace the window bolts according to the federal safety agency campaign id number 08v162000 (visibility: glass). On october 8, 2008, while driving 65 MPH, the front driver's side window shattered. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and they stated that they would call the manufacturer to request additional repairs. The current and failure mileages were 33,000.
2004 toyota matrix - windows, door handles and surging electric windows rattle, grind and pop. Dealer could not address problem. Eventually the window fell out. Engine surges while stopped at light or in traffic. Dealer could not address problem. The door handles have a "metallic" finish that peels away. Occupants have cut their fingers on the edge of metal/plastic that was coming away. Eventually got worse to where you could see the white plastic handle underneath so I peeled away the remaining sharp edges and caution occupants. Dealer offered to repair at my expense. Contacted the toyota customer service experience center and was referred back to a dealer.
All four windows have loose bolts. Paid for repair of 2. Remaining 2 are real loose.
Questions about the 2004 Toyota Matrix visibility
Does the 2004 Toyota Matrix have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 14 complaints about the visibility of the 2004 Toyota Matrix, 10% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2004 Toyota Matrix visibility problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 78,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Toyota Matrix visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 08V162000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Toyota Matrix have the most visibility problems?
The Toyota Matrix model years with the most visibility complaints are 2004 (14 complaints) and 2003 (10 complaints).
Other 2004 Toyota Matrix problems
Transmission 37Airbags 35Acceleration 15Engine 10Electrical 9Body 8Steering 8Fuel system 7Tires 6Suspension 5Brakes 4Driver assistance 2Seat belts 2Wheels 2
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