2010 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 2010 Mazda Tribute problems
The Mazda Tribute, a compact SUV produced between 2001 and 2011, is known for its roomy interior, good visibility, and agile handling. However, as with any vehicle, the 2010 model has its share of common problems and issues that potential buyers should be aware of.
Transmission Problems:
Transmission issues are a common complaint among Mazda Tribute owners. Some 2010 Tribute owners have reported rough shifting, noisy idle, and transmission failure. The transmission was replaced at 1,400 miles in one case, but the problem persisted, with the vehicle still shifting roughly and having a noisy idle.
Power Steering Issues:
Some Tribute owners have reported problems with the power steering system. This can manifest as issues with the electrical power steering, which should be a red flag for potential buyers.
Rust Issues:
Rust is a common problem in the Mazda Tribute, particularly in the wheel well area and above the rear wheels in regions with salt. This can be a significant issue, as rust can lead to structural damage and compromise the safety of the vehicle.
Recalls:
The 2010 Mazda Tribute has two recalls that may affect specific vehicles. These recalls are related to the fuel delivery module and the anti-lock brakes. It is important for potential buyers to check if their specific vehicle has open recalls and to have them addressed by a dealership.
Engine Issues:
Engine problems are another common complaint among Mazda Tribute owners. Some owners have reported issues with the engine not staying running, while others have reported engine failure. Engine issues can be a significant safety concern, as they can leave drivers stranded or unable to start the vehicle.
Electrical Issues:
Electrical system problems are also a common complaint among Mazda Tribute owners. These issues can manifest as problems with the airbags, electronic stability control, and other electrical systems. Electrical system problems can be a significant safety concern, as they can affect the functionality of critical safety systems.
When buying a used Mazda Tribute, potential buyers should be aware of these common problems and issues. It is important to thoroughly inspect the vehicle, including checking for leaks, burned oil smell, warning lights, and other signs of mechanical or electrical issues. It is also recommended to have the vehicle inspected by a mechanic before purchasing.
What is the common problem of 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 many miles will a Mazda Tribute last?
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You know it's a good car when it can have 180000 miles on it and survive a year plus of a new driver navigating mountain roads both too quickly and too slowly.
Does the Mazda Tribute have a Ford engine?
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.
2010 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:
- Power train problems
- Steering problems
- Engine problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Mazda Tribute vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2010 Mazda Tribute
The NHTSA has received 37 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Mazda Tribute. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Mazda Tribute vehicles.
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-12-20
- VIN: 4f2cy9c79ak
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: While driving at low speed (less than 50 mph) truck experienced brake loss. Was able to slow down and have no accident. Towed truck to mechanic and the next day brakes worked fine. Took truck to both AAA and to Mazda dealership for repair and no one can duplicate the issue. No instrument lights came on and no code was given for additional information. It has been stated that ABS Master cylinder and brake booster have been tested as well as the relays and fuses. This isnt the first time this has happened but the pedal has never stayed as mushy or required to go to the ground as long as it had this time.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-10-06
- VIN: 4f2cy0c71ak
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became very stiff and was difficult to turn in either direction. The contact drove the vehicle with manual steering to his destination. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-05
- VIN: 4F2CY0C78AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: There's no power steering as I was Driving it just got hard to steer and almost got into an accident car is not drivable at all
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-03-28
- VIN: 4F2CY0C71AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: THE STEERING BEGAN TWITCHING WHILE DRIVING AND THEN WHILE BACKING THE STEERING WENT OUT AND STOPPED RESPONDING MID-BACKING IN MY DRIVEWAY.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-11
- VIN: 4F2CY0C79AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: STEERING IS OFF LINE
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-13
- VIN: 4F2CY0C78AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED AND AN UNKNOWN INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THERE WERE FAULTY COMPONENTS IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED HOME. CAPITAL MAZDA OF CARY (525 CROSSROADS BLVD, CARY, NC 27511, (919) 859-2000) SUGGESTED TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AT THE CONTACT'S EXPENSE. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL IN 2014, THEY WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH THE REPAIR COSTS, CONTACT STATED HE RETIRED TECHNICIAN FROM CATERPILLAR INC CAN HANDLE MOST REPAIRS HIMSELF, HAD AESS TO A DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTER AND PULLED THE CODES FOR THE FAILURE, LOOKED UP THE CODES UP FOR A STEERING TORQUE SENSOR ORDERED ONE FROM CAPITAL MAZDA ON NOVEMBER 14TH FOR DELIVERY ON FRIDAY THE 15TH PICKED IT UP BUT DIDN'T HAVE TIME TO INSTALL TIL THE 16TH WHICH IS A SATURDAY. INSTALLED AND STILL HAVE THE SAME FAILURE. BUT THE SENSOR PART FROM MAZDA HAD BEEN USED AND PUT BACK IN BOX WHICH WERE ESTIMATED AT $2,800. THE SENSOR ALONE WAS $368.98 LOCATED A TRIBUTE IN A LOAD U-PULL-IT JUNKYARD GOT THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY FOR $35.44 GOT THE PART REMOVED AND REPLACED THE UNIT VEHICLE PERFORMED AS IT SHOULD THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 106,000. *BF *TP
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-13
- VIN: 4F2C70C74AK
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: WHILE THE CAR WAS IN USE AND RUNNING, THE TIMING CHAIN COVER FAILED RESULTING IN THE SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER COMING DETACHED. THE SERPENTINE TENSIONER MOUNT BROKE OFF THE TIMING CHAN COVER, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF ALL LOADS DRIVEN FROM THE SERPENTINE BELT. THIS FAILURE PRESENTS A SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE AS WITHOUT THE SERPENTINE BELT PROPERLY FUNCTIONING THE ALTERNATOR WILL NOT GENERATE ELECTRICITY, THE BATTERY WILL BE DRAINED AND THEN THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING WILL FAIL. AN AVERAGE DRIVER WILL NOT BE ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE WITHOUT POWER STEERING AND BRAKE ASSISTANCE. UNTIL ALMOST ALL OF THE OIL HAS BEEN THROWN FROM THE ENGINE OR THE BATTERY DIES, THERE IS NO WARNING TO THE DRIVER -- THE DRIVER KNOWS NOTHING OF THIS FAILURE UNTIL THE LOW OIL PRESSURE, ALTERNATOR OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY 62156 MILES WHEN THIS EXTRAORDINARY FAILURE OCCURRED.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-25
- VIN: 4F2CY0C76AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING WOULD LOCK AND NOT ALLOW MOVEMENT OF STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-29
- VIN: 4F2CY0GG2AK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH UP A MOUNTAIN, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SERRA MAZDA (1503 GADSDEN HWY, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35235, (205) 304-4075) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE WAS FAILING. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT REPAIR THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THE WARNING INDICATOR DID NOT ILLUMINATE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DID NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-05-07
- VIN: 4F2CY9C77AK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE WITH 57K ON IT JUST DIED WHILE DOING 80 DOWN THE FREEWAY, HAD TO GET IT TOWED. IT SIMPLY SHUTOFF. I THINK ITS THE FUEL PUMP BUT I AM NOT REALLY SURE. PLUGGED IT INTO A SCANNER AND NO CODES. IT STARTED UP AFTER THE TOW. THE GOOGLES SAYS THIS IS COMMON IN THE TRIBUTE/ FORD ESCAPES. NOT SAFE AT ALL.
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-24
- VIN: 4F2CY0C78AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT DROVE SLOWLY AND PARKED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL MAZDA OF CARY (525 CROSSROADS BLVD, CARY, NC 27511, (919) 859-2000) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 100,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-19
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (FUEL PROPULSION); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (DAVIS-MOORE MAZDA IN WICHITA, KANSAS) CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-09-11
- VIN: 4F2CY9C77AK
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: FUEL FILL NECK DIAGNOSTIC CODE PO457 OCCURRED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHICH SEEMED TO CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO SPUTTER, AND TO HAVE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE PART. UPON A GOOGLE SEARCH OTHER HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM AND IT APPEARS THEY RECALLED THIS SAME VEHICLE WITH THE 3.0 ENGINE (MINE HAS THE 2.5).
STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-16
- VIN: 4F2CY0C71AK
- Components: STRUCTURE,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: HATCH DOES NOT OPEN CONSISTENTLY. VEHICLE STALLS THEN ACCELERATES ON ITS OWN, IN ADDITION, THROTTLE BODY LIGHT STAYS ON. POWER WINDOWS FAIL TO COME UP AND DOWN.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-21
- VIN: 4F2CY9GG7AK
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (FUEL SYSTEM). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND WAS NOT ABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-26
- VIN: 4F2CY9GG7AK
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AT 800-222-5500. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THERE WAS NO ESTIMATED TIME AS TO WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-14
- VIN: 4F2CY0C78AK
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CHECK ENGINE AND FUEL CAP WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 59,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-11-11
- VIN: 4F2CY0C73AK
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 TO 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERFORMING NORMALLY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-17
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT TO CROSS 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC AND LOST ALL ACCELERATION! STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY. I WAS IN THE TURNING LANE WATCHING A SEMI AND 20 CARS HEADED STRAIGHT FOR MY DAUGHTER. LUCKILY SHE THOUGHT QUICK ENOUGH TO PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE, SINCE SHE WAS ON A SLIGHT HILL, SHE ROLLED BACK INTO THE PARKING LOT. FORD HAS ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR THE THROTTLE BODY ON THE ESCAPES (SISTER TO THE TRIBUTE) FOR THIS VERY ISSUE. MAZDA HAS ONLY ISSUED A SPECIAL BULLETIN THAT THE TRIBUTE CAN LOOSE ACCELERATION, BUT DID NOT SAY HOW TO FIX IT. I FOUND ALL THIS INFORMATION AFTER THAT FACT THAT MY DAUGHTER ALMOST DIED!!! WE HAD THE VEHICLE AT A MAZDA DEALERSHIP THE FRIDAY & SATURDAY BEFORE. THEY APPARENTLY DID NOT KNOW ABOUT THE ISSUE AND ALL THEY DID WAS CLEAN OUT THE THROTTLE BODY, AND SAID THAT SHOULD TAKE CARE OF IT. WHY DID MAZDA NOT HAVE TO DO THE SAME AS FORD? WE SHOULD NOT HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL SOMEONE DIES. IT IS A VERY SERIOUS PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES! CONSUMERS WITH THESE AUTOS NEED TO BE NOTIFIED!!! FORD HAS NOT NOTIFIED ANYONE EITHER, WE ALSO HAVE A 2011 FORD ESCAPE WHICH HAS NOT HAD THE ISSUE, BUT WE ARE TAKING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP TODAY JUST TO CHECK IT. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-23
- VIN: 4F2CY9C76AK
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY CUTS OUT DUE TO POWERSTEERING SENSOR WITHIN COLUMN. *TR
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-15
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND PUT THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE. I ACCELERATED AND THE CAR HESITATED, CHUGGED, THE WRENCH LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATED WITH VERY SLOW FORWARD MOMENTUM. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON WITH NO PROBLEM UNTIL THE END OF THE PARKING ROW WHEN I STOPPED FOR TRAFFIC, IT CHUGGED AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE, WRENCH INDICATOR ON AGAIN. TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND COASTED TO A PARKING SPOT. RESTARTED A FEW MINUTES LATER WITH NO PROBLEMS FOR ALMOST A WEEK. NEXT TIME IT HAPPENED I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP SIGN AND ONLY HAD CRAWLING SPEED NO MATTER WHAT I DID WITH THE GAS PEDAL. THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS AGAIN ON WITH THE VEHICLE CHUGGING AND HESITATING. DUE TO PARKED VEHICLES I HAD TO DRIVE ALMOST THE LENGTH OF THE BLOCK IN THIS CONDITION BEFORE HAVING A PLACE TO PULL OVER AND MOVE OUT OF THE LONG LINE OF TRAFFIC I HAD CREATED. ONCE AGAIN AFTER A BRIEF WAITING PERIOD I RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, THE WRENCH LIGHT WENT OUT AND IT HAS BEEN DRIVING OKAY. *TR
STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-08-14
- VIN: 4F2CY0C7XAK
- Components: STEERING,POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: WAS DRIVING ON LARGE BLVD THRU TOWN AT APPROX. 45+ MPG, THE CAR ALL OF A SUDDEN QUIT ACCELERATING, THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON, ALL POWER TO CAR WAS ESSENTIALLY LOSS AND IT BEGAN CONVULSING ABRUPTLY AS A I MANEUVERED IT OFF THE ROAD TO A SAFE STOPPING SPOT. I CALLED AAA AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALER. DEALER HAD THE CAR FOR 3 DAYS, COULD NEVER FIND ANYTHING OR GET IT TO REPRODUCE WHAT I EXPERIENCED, SO I WAS CHARGED THE $120 DIAGNOSTIC FEE WITHOUT IT BEING FIXED AND SENT HOME WITH MY FINGERS CROSSED. THE CAR BEHAVED FOR AWHILE, BUT THEN IT STARTED DOING IT AGAIN ON AND OFF OVER THE NEXT 6 MONTHS. BECAUSE OF THE $120 FEE FOR NOTHING I HAD BEEN HESITANT TO GO BACK UNTIL RECENTLY WHEN I WAS ON THE FREEWAY (A COUPLE OF TIMES) AND THE CAR DID THE SAME THING! LUCKILY I WAS IN THE SLOW LANE AND COULD PULL OVER QUICKLY, TURN OFF THE CAR, COUNT TO 10 AND THEN START IT UP AGAIN AND GO. THESE LAST FEW TIMES IT WAS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY, SO I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALER (CAR IS SUPPOSEDLY CERTIFIED) AS OF THIS WRITING THEY HAVE HAD THE CAR AGAIN FOR 3 DAYS, AND JUST NOW, AT THE END OF THE WORK DAY HAVE DECIDED IT IS THE THROTTLE BODY THAT NEEDS REPLACING. IT IS "CONVENIENTLY" NOT LISTED IN THE "COVERED COMPONENTS" OF THE CERTIFIED WARRANTY. ITS GOING TO COST $500+ TO GET MY CAR BACK + THE COST OF THE RENTAL CAR I'VE HAD TO GET BECAUSE THEY DON'T HAVE LOANERS, JUST A SHUTTLE, WHICH DOES ME NO GOOD ON A DAILY BASIS. *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-07
- VIN: 4F2CY0C76AK
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SURGE AS IF THE ACCELERATOR WAS BEING PRESSED AND RELEASED, THE CAR STARTED RUNNING ROUGH AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. AFTER DRIVING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION THE CAR RAN NORMALLY FOR SEVERAL WEEKS. THE CAR HAS REPEATEDLY HAD THIS SYMPTOM ALONG WITH FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THE ACCELERATOR AND SHUTTING OFF. THE LAST INCIDENT HAPPENED ON MARCH 9TH OF 2014 WHILE TURNING RIGHT IN AN INTERSECTION THE CAR FAILED TO RESPOND TO THE ACCELERATOR AND JUST QUIT. I ALLOWED THE CAR TO DRIFT TO A CENTER AREA OF THE ROAD AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART IT. THE DEALER HAS ONCE TOLD US WE WERE PROBABLY OVER FILLING (TOPPING OFF) THE TANK, WE HAVE MADE SURE THAT WE LET THE PUMP STOP AFTER IF CLICKS OFF THE FIRST TIME YET THE INCIDENTS CONTINUE AND AT AN INCREASED RATE. THE CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER A SECOND TIME TO ATTEMPT TO DIAGNOSE THIS ISSUE. *TR
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-08
- VIN: 4F2CY0C72AK
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING WITH MY FAMILY ON HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH WHEN I LOST POWER TO MY ACCELERATOR. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY, THEN THE SUV SHOOK WITH THE WRENCH LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATED. I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND THEN BACK ON AGAIN. THE WRENCH LIGHT WAS OFF AND I RESUMED DRIVING. THE NEXT DAY, DURING CITY DRIVING MY SUV DID EXACTLY THE SAME THING AT 40MPH. I BROUGHT THE MAZDA TO MY MECHANIC AND THEY ARE HAVING DIFFICULTY DIAGNOSING THE PROBLEM. ALONG WITH THE OTHER CONSUMERS WITH THIS ISSUE, I AM AFRAID OF THIS CONTINUING AND RESULTING IN A SERIOUS INJURY OR CASUALTY. *TR
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-05
- VIN: 4F2CY0C71AK
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY DURING PEAK TRAFFIC (STOP AND GO) ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR WOULD NOT GO WHEN PRESSING ON GAS PEDAL AND WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. BECAUSE I WAS ON A SLIGHT DECLINE MY CAR VERY SLOWLY CROSSED TWO LANES OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND FINALLY MADE IT ON THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY. CAR STARTED TO SHAKE REALLY BAD BEFORE TURNING OFF IGNITION. GOT CAR TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FINE ANYTHING WRONG AFTER KEEPING CAR FOR ONE WEEK. PICKED UP CAR ON 12/12/13 AND SAME EXACT PROBLEM HAPPEN AGAIN ON 1/8/14, HAD CAR TOWED TO DEALER AND THEY COULDN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG AFTER KEEPING CAR FOR ONE WEEK. PICKED UP CAR ON 1/18/14. THEY SAID THEY CAN'T DO ANYTHING UNLESS THE WRENCH COMES OUT. MY CONCERN IS WHEN I'M DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND CARS ARE GOING 45 - 60 MPH, I'LL GET HIT FROM THE BACK AND PROBABLY GET BADLY INJURED OR MAY EVEN DIE! *TR
2010 Mazda Tribute recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2010 Mazda Tribute.
- Manufacturer: Mazda North American Operations
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured March 3, 2009, to May 26, 2011. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on December 23, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts are in stock. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0416J.
- 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: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
- Summary: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
- Consequence: If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Mazda will notify owners and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7614E.
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I was searching for a Ford Escape Limited, but unfortunately it wasn't available when my Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer was due. Instead, I opted for a Tribute AWD S Grand Touring and I must say, I'm extremely pleased with my decision. After driving 6K miles, I haven't encountered any issues, even while towing my boat around. The car is comfortable, highly responsive, drives smoothly and has great mileage. I'm even planning on installing the remote start feature before winter arrives. Additionally, I added white wall porta walls to my tires as I felt it gave the car a little something extra.
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This vehicle is really enjoyable to drive. It offers a lot of value for the money, with many extras included as standard such as fog lamps, a tire pressure monitor, a rear window wiper and washer, and a defroster. Plus, the AC is fantastic!
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The vehicle is great and I am pleased overall. However, there is one major disappointment with the interior. The headliner has a large gap across the entire area where it meets the front windshield, which is due to a cable that goes from the rear view mirror to the rear view camera. Unfortunately, the installation was extremely poor and lacked any thought or attention to detail. Despite this, Mazda claims that all vehicles are like this and therefore it is not covered under warranty. I have attempted to contact the dealer multiple times via phone and email, but have not received a response.
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My wife and I test drove the Mazda Tribute 'Sport' FWD/6spd/4cyl and had a great experience. We ended up purchasing the same car.
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I was searching for a smaller SUV that wouldn't be too expensive. The Sport model is well-equipped for its price. The seats are comfortable, and the armrests are at the perfect height. The visibility is excellent, although the rear headrests do obscure the view through the rearview mirror somewhat. The car feels very solid on the road, and the electrically boosted steering at low speeds is a nice touch!
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Dorcas King 2024-05-04
Overall, this is a good vehicle. However, I had the same experience as another contributor with an extremely poor installation of the rearview camera cable at the forward edge of the headliner. It seems that no thought was given to the installation process, as they simply pulled the large cable through the headliner front edge, causing a gap across the entire headliner at the windshield. Despite Mazda's claim that this was by design, I believe that this is a substandard installation and poor workmanship. I am disappointed with the customer service I received, and as a result, I have decided not to continue my patronage with Mazda.
Cary Bauch 2024-02-11
I wanted to share my experience with the shifting smoothness of my car. Specifically, I have noticed that when accelerating from 20 mph up to 40-50 mph, the car seems to hard shift and feels like it's dragging. Additionally, when downshifting, there is a strong feeling of jerking into gears. Unfortunately, this situation seems to be hurting my gas mileage. Despite seeking help from the dealer service manager and Mazda area rep, they have all said that this is normal. I am currently waiting for answers from another dealer. Interestingly, I have driven a 2010 6-cylinder Ford Escape and did not experience this odd shifting. Lastly, I have noticed that the interior has a black shiny dashboard that attracts a lot of dust. I sure wish they would go back to a dull finish. Thank you for listening to my concerns.