Hi, I have 2009 Toyota matrix burning oil excessively. I called Toyota dealer and they told me that I don't qualify for the warranty/free repair because my car has over 150K miles. I there anything I can do?

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Asked by Vladimir Jun 16, 2018 at 12:00 PM about the 2009 Toyota Matrix S FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Toyota issued a technical service bulletin to all of its dealerships. Toyota
acknowledged the problem of excessive oil consumption in some of their
vehicles produced between 2006-2011. The bulletin lists the specific engine
types and vehicles affected. The defect affects mainly the 2AZ-FE engine.

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You could use a heavier grade oil or rebuild the engine. You can try for a good will repair by complaining directly to Toyota.

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