Table 1 shows one common parking brake related problems of the 2003 Toyota Matrix.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems |
Parking brake doesn't hold vehicle on slope. Mechanic has fixed twice, but problem re-occurs in about two years. This is a safety issue since this is also the emergency brake and there is no warning when brake will start slipping again after repairs.
There was no drag when driving with the parking brake fully applied. The consumer was afraid the parking will not work in an emergency. Mr scc.