The 2011 Toyota Corolla Matrix has 4 recalls, the most serious being a passenger-side airbag inflator that can rupture or explode and send metal fragments into the cabin, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
The airbag inflator concern spans multiple filings but describes the same defect, and it primarily affects vehicles sold or ever registered in high-humidity states and territories including Alabama, California, Florida, Hawaii, Texas, and others. There is also a separate recall involving the power window switch, where a lack of lubricant can allow moisture and debris to cause a short circuit inside the switch assembly, which can then overheat and melt, raising the risk of fire.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation from long-term exposure to high humidity, temperature, and temperature cycling.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator or air bag assembly depending on your vehicle model.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator can rupture during deployment due to degradation from humidity and temperature exposure over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator or air bag assembly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The passenger front air bag inflator may rupture during a crash due to propellant breakdown after prolonged exposure to humidity and temperature changes.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the passenger front air bag inflator or air bag assembly at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The power window master switch may have inconsistent grease lubrication on its sliding electrical contacts, potentially causing the switch to malfunction.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the switch and apply lubricant if needed, or replace the circuit board if abnormalities are found.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
