2006 Mazda Tribute problems
The Mazda Tribute (Japanese: マツダ・トリビュート, Matsuda Toribyūto) (Code J14) is a compact SUV made by Japanese automaker Mazda from 2000 to 2011. It was jointly developed with Ford Motor Company and based on the front-wheel drive Mazda 626 platform, which was in turn the basis for the similar Ford Escape on the CD2 platform. The Tribute was priced below the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner in Ford's CD2 SUV lineup.
The Tribute and Escape debuted in 2000, offering front- or all-wheel drive and a choice of a transversely mounted 2.0 L Ford Zetec 4-cylinder engine or 3.0 L Ford Duratec V6. The Ford Escape was also sold as the Ford Maverick in Europe with a Ford 2.0 L I4 Zeta engine with manual transmission, or 3.0 L Duratec coupled to automatic transmission.
One main difference between the Tribute and the Ford Escape/Maverick is that the Tribute's suspension is tuned for a firmer ride than the Escape/Maverick, in order to correspond with Mazda's sporty image. As Mazda had offered "spiced up" models in other segments such as the Mazda3 and CX-7, the utilitarian Tribute was replaced by the more aggressively styled and in-house-designed Mazda CX-5 in North America.
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Common 2006 Mazda Tribute problems
The 2006 Mazda Tribute has been reported to have several common problems based on complaints from its owners.
Another significant problem is related to the engine, which has been reported to die while driving or cause acceleration issues leading to accidents.
The 2005 Tribute had a specific issue with its struts rusting prematurely, which required many owners to bring their cars to a shop for repairs, costing around $1,000 on average.
The early model years of the Mazda Tribute were co-designed with Ford, which is likely the reason for many of the Tribute's problems, as Ford's track record in designing SUVs has been lackluster.
In summary, the 2006 Mazda Tribute has been reported to have several significant issues, including transmission failure, engine problems leading to acceleration issues and stalling, and premature strut rusting. These problems have contributed to the Tribute being one of Mazda's worst vehicles, with early model years co-designed with Ford likely being a significant factor.
What is the common problem with Mazda Tribute?
Problem: The most common fault we have found is the failure of ignition coils (COP- coil on plug). This coil failure may be due to either the age of unit or premature failure as a result of air leaks causing coils to overload and oil leaks causing contamination of spark plug tubes.
What year is the bad Mazda Tribute?
Summary: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control.
How long will a 2006 Mazda Tribute last?
Hello,'If all of the regularly scheduled maintenance is done on time then it is not unlikely it wont last over 200K miles before any major repairs are needed. We have even seen some of these cars that were well taken get over 300K highway miles!
How reliable is a Mazda Tribute?
The average annual repair cost is $523 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. Repairs are less severe and less frequent than the average car, so the Tribute is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.
2006 Mazda Tribute car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Tribute problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Structure problems
- Fuel system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Mazda Tribute vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Mazda Tribute
The NHTSA has received 135 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Mazda Tribute. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Mazda Tribute vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-16
- VIN: 4F2YZ04166K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: 2006 MAZADA TRIBUTE- Consumer sent a request to Mazda North America to request estimate for cost of repair for replacement of the sensor and switches on the doors and service to the "door ajar" alarm system. Mazda customer care stated they wouldn't be able to provide assistance in the issue. The vehicle is out of warranty and there is no open recalls or special service programs. Consumer resubmitted request to Mazda. Consumer states: "This is the responsibility of the manufacturer! This feature·, (Door Ajar) notification is a major preventative safety item that should have an interrupt feature within. It does not! The defect of malfunction, ringing of the chime, is a conscience detraction element that cannot be tolerated continuously!" The consumer stated the cost of repairs will cost $4590 and feels this is the responsibility of the manufacturer.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-10-25
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z86K
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: WE PURCHASED A USED 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE WITH ABOUT 83,000 MILES ON IT FROM A CAR DEALER. LESS THAN 2 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING IT, THE TIMING CHAIN BROKE AND THE ENGINE FAILED. THE ENGINE FAILED AFTER THE CAR WAS PARKED AND WE ATTEMPTED TO RESTART IT.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-08
- VIN: 4F2CZ96126K
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE REAR RIGHT WHEEL WELL AREA WHERE THE SHOCK ABSORBER ATTACHES TO THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE BUSTED OUT. IT NO LONGER HOLDS THE SHOCK IN PLACE TO ABSORB A BUMP. I WAS RECENTLY INFORMED BY A BODYSHOP PERSON THAT THERE WAS A RECALL THAT I WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF. WOULD YOU LET ME KNOW IF THIS IS TRUE? *TR
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-20
- VIN: 4F2YZ04146K
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE ,RIGHT REAR WHEEL WELL RUSTED AWAY,LEAVING SHOCK FLOATING AND BANGING AROUND IN WHEEL WELL FIRST NOTICED IN JUNE 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-16
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z66K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: HEARD NOISE OF KNOCKING RATTLING 2014-15 HAD IT TOWED TO MACHANIC AND THEY INFORMED ME OF I NEEDED A NEW ENGINE. GOT IT REPLACED WITH A JASPER REBUILT. RIGHT AT 4 YEARS IT HAPPENS AGAIN, ONE YR AFTER WARRANTY. RESEARCHING FOR EITHER RESELL VALUE OR NEW ENGINE GAME ACROSS A PLEATHERA OF SEEZED ENGINES AND THROWN RODS. MOST VEHICLES HAS GREAT BODY BUT BLOWN ENGINE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-19
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- VIN: 4F2CZ94106K
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHEN THE CONTACT'S SON EXITED THE VEHICLE AND SHUT THE DOOR, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS, ALONG WITH THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER WERE BOTH INJURED, BUT DID NOT RECEIVE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S HOME. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THEIR SERVICE DEPARTMENT WAS CLOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 105,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-08
- VIN: 4F2YZ06186K
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 85 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE DEPRESSED MULTIPLE TIMES TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME. ALSO, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE, IT ACCELERATED AT FULL THROTTLE. THE CONTACT CALLED KINSEL FORD (LOCATED AT 3355 EASTEX FWY, BEAUMONT, TX 77706, (409) 899-4000) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V357000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL). THE DEALER STATED THAT IF THE FAILURE WAS RELATED TO THE RECALL, THERE WOULD BE NO CHARGE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER AND WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-21
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z56K
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: GAS PEDAL STICKS MAKING IT HARD TO ACCELERATE. DANGEROUS WHEN IN TRAFFIC AND GAS PEDAL WILL NOT MOVE. WHETHER IT IS SUMMER OR WINTER TRYING TO ACCELERATE IS BECOMING VERY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-10-25
- VIN: 4F2CZ96116K
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: HELLO - OUR 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE RECENTLY HAD ISSUES RELATED TO SPIDER WEBS IN THE VENT HOSE - IN THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT NOTES, THE FOLLOWING ISSUES WERE NOTED RELATED TO THE FUEL TANK: CANISTER VENT FILTER AND HOSE: END OF VENT HOSE AT TOP OF FILLER KNECK PLUGGED WITH SPIDER WEBS THIS RESEMBLES ISSUES THAT PROMPTED THE RECALL OF LATER MODELS, HOWEVER IN CONTACTING MAZDA, NOBODY HAS RESPONDED TO MY CONCERN, BASICALLY STATING THAT THIS RECALL DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS YEAR - I DO UNDERSTAND THAT, BUT SINCE THE ISSUE IS IDENTICAL, I WOULD THINK THAT THEY WOULD AT LEAST WANT TO KNOW ABOUT IT AND HAVE A REPORTING SYSTEM FOR IT? BEFORE TAKING THE CAR TO THE MECHANIC, IT WOULD ONLY ACCEPT 10 DOLLARS OF GAS AT A TIME, WHICH SHOWS PRESSURE BUILD UP. THIS SAME VEHICLE WAS FOUND TO HAVE WATER IN THE TANK ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND I WONDER IF THE VENT HOSE IS ALSO THE CULPRIT HTTPS://WWW.USATODAY.COM/STORY/DRIVEON/2014/04/09/MAZDA-SPIDERS/7494105/
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-16
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z66K
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: "TAKATA RECALL" I HAD AN AIRBAG FAILURE AFTER HITTING A DEER AT 65 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HWY. THE CHARGE IN THE AIRBAG WENT OFF BUT THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THE AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINS ON. I NEED THIS FIXED!
SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-07-03
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z26K
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT WALKED TO SULLIVAN FORD LINCOLN INC (759 MAGEE DR, BROOKHAVEN, MS 39601, (601) 833-7521), BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO ASSIST THE CONTACT. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO BILL HOOD MAZDA (333 N MORRISON BLVD, HAMMOND, LA 70401, (866) 726-1249) WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS AWAITING TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 250,000.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-20
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z16K
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THIS INVOLVES MY DRIVERS SIDE DOOR THAT CAN NO LONGER BE OPENED BY MY REMOTE..IT ALL STARTED AFTER GETTING A NEW BATTERY INSTALLED..ALL THE OTHER DOORS ON MY SUV OPEN AND LOCK WITH THE REMOTE. THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR IS THE ONLY DOOR THAT I HAVE TO USE MY CAR KEY TO OPEN. THERE MUST BE SOME DEFECT. I'VE READ THAT OTHERS WHO HAVE MAZDA TRIBUTES HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AFTER A NEW BATTERY IS INSTALLED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-09
- VIN: 4F2YZ04136K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRVING ON THE HIGWAY AND THE CAR TURN OFF LOST POWER ,LOST STEEING, I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEICLE .PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGWAY, WAITED FOR A WHILE , STARTED AGAIN BUT THE SPEED WAS DO MILES , ENGINE BIBRATING,MECHANIC SAYS THAT NEED TO REPLACE THE PCM AND 6 IDG COILS
AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-11
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z46K
- Components: AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: LAST NIGHT 01/11/2018, I WAS DRIVING HOME AND MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. THIS MORNING MY GAS PEDAL WAS STICKING, AND IT WAS HARD TO DRIVE/GO. ONCE I REACHED THE MAIN STREET, IT WAS HARD TO ACCELERATE. NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT WON'T GO OFF.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-12-15
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z26K
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY GAS PEDAL IS STICKING INTERMITTENTLY. ACCORDING TO MY INTERNET SEARCH, THE V6'S FOR THIS MODEL WAS RECALLED, BUT NOT THE 4 CYLINDER VERSION I HAVE. I HAVE TO BELIEVE IT IS A SIMILAR PROBLEM. I JUST WANT IT TO GET FIXED AS IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. EITHER IT IS GOING TO GET STUCK IN THE FULL SPEED MODE OR NOT LET ME CHANGE OUT OF A 2 MILES AND HOUR MODE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-01
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4F2CZ96116K
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL OUR CAR WAS IN A COLLISION IN 2011 AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WONDERED WHY AS WE WERE TRAVELING ABOUT 35-40 MPH ON A HIGHWAY
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-10
- VIN: 4F2CZ94196K
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: EXPERIENCING SAME ISSUES WITH THE FRONT SUBFRAME/ENGINE CRADLE AS INDICATED IN THE 2001-2004 MAZDA TRIBUTE/FORD ESCAPE RECALL. THIS IS A 2006, WITH THE SAME EXACT ISSUE OF THE SUBFRAME RUSTING OUT AND BREAKING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THIS IS ABSOLUTELY INSANE! THE RECALL SHOULD HAVE INCLUDED 2005 AND 2006 VEHICLES AS WELL! I'M LOOKING AT THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO HAVE A SUBFRAME PUT IN AND THE REST OF MY VEHICLE IS RUST FREE, SO YOU CAN OBVIOUSLY TELL I TAKE GOOD CARE TO WASH THE UNDERNEATH OF THE VEHICLE!
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-11
- VIN: 4F2YZ961X6K
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: DRIVERS SIDE REAR SHOCK BROKE COMPLETELY AWAY FROM FRAME. (TOP SIDE). PASSENGER SIDE REAR WHEEL WELL IS RUSTING AWAY BADLY.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-12
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z56K
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: HEAR A LOUD BANGING SOUND FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL ON MY MAZDA TRIBUTE WHEN DRIVING APPROX 30 MILES AN HOUR ON SMOOTH ROAD. TOOK IT TO GET THE SHOCK CHECKED AND WAS SHOWN BY THE MECHANIC THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELL WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND THE SHOCK WAS HANGING
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-04-14
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z66K
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THROTTLE STICKS AT IDLE UNTIL ENGINE WARMS UP
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-01
- VIN: 4F2CZ94146K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STAYS ON AT ALL TIMES
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-06
- VIN: 4F2YZ92ZX6K
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON EVEN THOUGH ALL DOORS ARE FIRMLY CLOSED. WARNING ALARM (DING) COMES ON RANDOMLY ALONG WITH INTERIOR DOME LIGHT AND WON'T SHUT OFF. ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED BUT LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF RANDOMLY AND CONSTANTLY DRAINING THE BATTERY. ALSO JUST HAD TO REPLACE THE SMART JUNCTION BOX BECAUSE THE DOOR UNLOCK BUTTON NO LONGER WORKED ON ANY OF THE DOORS OR KEY FOB SO I COULD NO LONGER OPEN THE BACK HATCH.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-01
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Number Of Deaths: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 4F2YZ94126K
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: FOSTER LAW OFFICES AND ATTORNEY [XXX] REPRESENT [XXX] IN CONNECTION WITH HIS DEATH ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 1, 2016 IN KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII. [XXX] WAS THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER OF A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE DRIVEN BY [XXX], WHO ALSO DIED IN THE ACCIDENT. THIS COMPLAINT IS BASED ON RECALL #6812G ("RECALL"). BASED ON A DOCUMENT ENTITLED "MAZDA NORTH AMERICA OPERATIONS WARRANTY VEHICLE INQUIRY REPORT" ("INQUIRY REPORT"), TWO SEPARATE REPAIRS WERE MADE IN CONNECTION WITH THE RECALL. ON OR ABOUT FEBRUARY 1, 2013, THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP INSTALLED PART NUMBER 1F0110218 ("FIRST REPAIR"). ON OR ABOUT FEBRUARY 25, 2013, THE SAME MAZDA DEALERSHIP INSTALLED A SECOND PART - PART NUMBER 1F0310218 ("SECOND REPAIR"). IT IS UNCLEAR WHETHER THE DEALERSHIP REMOVED PART NUMBER 1F0110218 AS PART OF THE SECOND PART INSTALLATION. THE FIRST REPAIR WAS "PAID" BY MAZDA. THE SECOND REPAIR WAS "DENIED" PAYMENT BY MAZDA. THE INQUIRY REPORT IS ATTACHED. UPON INFORMATION AND BELIEF, THE FOLLOWING OCCURRED ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 1, 2016: A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE ("TRIBUTE") VIN # [XXX], DRIVEN BY [XXX] WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND ON HIGHWAY 190 IN KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII AT APPROXIMATELY 12:30 P.M ON DECEMBER 1, 2016. [XXX], WAS THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER IN THE TRIBUTE. THE TRIBUTE COLLIDED HEAD-ON WITH A DUMP TRUCK TRAVELING SOUTHBOUND ON 190. BOTH [XXX] WERE DECLARED DECEASED UPON ARRIVAL TO KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL. MINUTES BEFORE THE SUBJECT HEAD-ON COLLISION, THE HAWAII ISLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT RECEIVED A CALL FROM A DRIVER COMPLAINING THAT THE TRIBUTE WAS DRIVING IRREGULARLY. THE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT DIVISION OF THE HAWAII ISLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT IS INVESTIGATING THE ACCIDENT. OFFICER [XXX] IS THE INVESTIGATING OFFICER. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-01-06
- VIN: 4F2CZ96116K
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL LOUD BANGING SOUND COULD BE HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE INNER FENDER HAD ROTTED THROUGH AND THE VEHICLE NEEDED BODY WORK TO REPAIR THE ISSUE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 172,500.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-11
- VIN: 4F2YZ02Z06K
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: GAS PEDAL GOT STUCK DURING DRIVING.
2006 Mazda Tribute recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2006 Mazda Tribute.
- Manufacturer: Timken Company
- Components: SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
- Summary: The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
- Consequence: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
- Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.
- Consequence: A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Remedy parts are now available. The safety recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6.
- Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
- Consequence: AFTER A PERIOD OF CONTINUOUS USE ON THE HIGH SPEED SETTING, LACK OF GREASE ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR MAY CAUSE THE GEAR TEETH TO DISTORT OR FRACTURE DURING OPERATION RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF WIPER FUNCTION. INOPERATIVE WIPERS UNDER INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS COULD CAUSE A CRASH DUE TO IMPAIRED VISIBILITY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Negative 2006 Mazda Tribute car reviews
Positive 2006 Mazda Tribute car reviews
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I am writing an update to my review of 4 years ago. I still really like my Tribute, and would probably buy another one. I have done all routine maintenance and have had no mechanical issues (knock on wood) and I hope it continues that way.
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For the price, it definitely seems like a great choice. I love how fun it is to drive and it's refreshing to not see too many identical ones on the road.
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Congratulations on your purchase of a Mazda Tribute in April of '05! Your 4 cylinder base model is pretty loaded up, with power windows and locks, window tint (back windows), AM/FM stereo with CD player, and 16 inch alloy wheels. The truck is very sporty looking for 2005. While it may not have the power of some of its competitors, I'm glad to hear that you're still very happy with your '05 Tribute to date.
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I bought my 3.0L 6-cyl. automatic brand new in Oct. 2006 and it has performed really well. I haven't had to take it in for any warranty work so far. However, I did have to replace the tires at 23,783 miles because they were causing a lot of loud road noise that only got worse over time. It turned out that the factory-installed Continental Tires were of poor quality. Once I replaced them, the road noise disappeared completely. Looking back, I wish I had replaced the tires sooner.
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My spouse surprised me with this car last week after our old one was on the way out. I was a bit skeptical of a 4-cylinder engine being able to handle my driving needs, but I was pleasantly surprised. I absolutely love it! The car handles tight and sporty, yet it feels stable and safe. It also gets great gas mileage - I even got 28 miles per gallon on the highway last week. Although I initially wanted a car with more seating, this is exactly what I needed for day-to-day driving with my family of four.
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Are you having problems with your 2006 Mazda Tribute?
Joshua Stroman 2024-11-18
Nice car! It's a great value and very comfortable. While there are a couple of items that could be improved, such as the poor quality of the clothing hanger (and the fact that there's only one), and the inconvenience of having to remove the antenna with a wrench to go through a car wash, overall it's perfect for road trips and gets good mileage.
Edwardo Klein 2024-10-13
To resolve the issue with my car's transmission, I have had three brand new transmissions installed within a period of 6k miles. Despite having all maintenance done on time, the automatic transmission broke down twice after being replaced by the dealer. As a confident solution, I plan to get rid of the car before the warranty expires. What other options do I have?
Geovanni Mante 2024-07-21
So far so good! I did notice some tire road noise, but overall I'm really enjoying the ride. I'm not entirely sure about the transmission, and the exhaust needed some repairs, but I still like it a lot. It tows pretty well for a 4 cylinder and the mileage is great!
Brayan O'Hara 2024-05-13
Enjoy Ford's reliable vehicles with an even better warranty!
Einar Collins 2024-02-18
Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my new car. While the sticker says it should get 22-26MPG, I'm only getting around 16-17MPG, which is a bit disappointing. I've mentioned this to the dealer, but they've told me that Mazda is revamping their mileage rating system. Hopefully, they'll be able to provide a more accurate rating soon. On a positive note, the car is great for city driving and I'm enjoying it overall. The only issue I've noticed is a slight thud when accelerating from a stop sign. Thanks for listening!