CarRecallWatchThe 2001 Mazda Tribute has 13 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 563 complaints with NHTSA, including 21 crashes, 13 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (172 reports).
2001 Mazda Tribute recalls
Most common 2001 Mazda Tribute problems
Problem areas named in the 563 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 172 |
| Electrical System | 88 |
| Power Train | 73 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 59 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 49 |
| Structure | 45 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 41 |
| Steering | 36 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 31 |
| Visibility | 27 |
What owners report
Corroded Subframe led to almost complete separation of drivers side control arm, 72k original miles, took my problem to Bergery Mazda where no one cared. If the part was already replaced in 2014 how is it possibly broken already.
The contact owns a 2001 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling and occasionally while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle would stall with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the ECM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referenced an unknown recall that had since been expired. The failure mileage was 132,923.
THE GAS PEDAL IS THE ISSUE THAT I HAVE WITH MY 2001 MAZDA TRIBUTE YOU CAN HARDLY PUSH THE GAS PEDAL AND IT ACCELERATES VERY HARD. IT IS VERY NON SAFE. WHAT CAN BE DONE. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS PROBLEM.
POOR BRAKING. POOR PEDAL RESPONSE. LONG STOPPING DISTANCE. BRAKES CHECKED AS GOOD. DEALER SAYS NO RECALLS OPEN FOR MY VIN
I WENT IN THE STORE FOR A FEW MINUTES AND I CAN OUT AND THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT ALL IT SHIFTED OUT OF PARK AND ALL IT DID WAS THE SHIFTER JUST STOPPED AND WAS LOOSE IT WOULD NOT INGAGE IN ANOTHER GEAR
2001 Mazda Tribute questions
Does the 2001 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 13 safety recalls for the 2001 Mazda Tribute: Structure:Frame And Members; Engine And Engine Cooling; Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hatchback/Liftgate:Lock. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mazda Tribute?
Based on 563 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (172), Electrical System (88), Power Train (73).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 Mazda Tribute has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.