- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2001 Mazda Tribute Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 564 complaints about the 2001 Mazda Tribute with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (170) and the body, doors & structure (89). Those complaints describe 21 crashes, 13 fires and 15 injuries. It is covered by 15 recalls, the latest in June 2015 for the wheel bearing. For comparison, the 2000 has 5 and the 2002 has 385.
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FFar more problems than a typical Tribute year, for its age
#14 most complained-about 2001 vehicle
- Complaints
- 564
- Recalls
- 15
- Crashes
- 21
- Fires
- 13
- Injuries
- 15
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2001 Mazda Tribute problems
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2001 Mazda Tribute recalls 15
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Tribute vehicles manufactured May 22, 2000, through December 19, 2003, originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion at the forward attachment of the lower control arm.
- The risk
- A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install a newly designed reinforcement cross-brace, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7514D.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 mazda tribute vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2000, through july 19, 2002. The brake master cylinder reservoir cap can leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (abs) module wiring harness connector.
- The risk
- Corrosion may develop in the electrical connector leading melting, smoking or possible fire.
- The fix
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vehicle's brake master cylinder reservoir cap and modify the abs electrical system, free of charge. Until the repair has been performed, vehicle owners should park their vehicles outside. The safety recall began on june 22, 2012. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option 6.
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short.
- The risk
- An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- The problem
- Certain cardone master cylinders with part numbers 10-2925, 10-2987, 10-2987mza, 10-3083, 11-3015, 11-3042, 11-3044, 11-3045, 11-3047, 11-3064, and 11-3156, and with date codes lower than dca7078 sold as replacement equipment for use on the vehicles listed above. The seal on master cylinder can fail and leak brake fluid.
- The risk
- Loss of brake fluid can result in poor braking performance, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Cardone will notify owners and offer to repurchase any defective master cylinders. The recall began during april 2007. Owners can contact cardone at 1-800-777-4780.
- The problem
- Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'Door locks and door retention components.' The rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.
- The risk
- If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.0L v6 duratec engines , during deceleration, the engine can stall.
- The risk
- Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
- The fix
- Dealers will reprogram the power control module (pcm) with the appropriate calibration. The recall began on may 3, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- The problem
- On certain sport utility vehicles, a post within the safety belt buckle covers could fracture, which could affect latch function, resulting in either a "no latch" or "partial latch" condition. In the "partial latch" condition, the buckle tongue can be inserted into the buckle and appear to be engaged, but will release from the buckle without the push button being depressed when a relatively low load is applied, such as when an occupant moves slightly in the seat.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.
- The fix
- Dealers will have the driver and front passenger safety belt buckle cover removed and replaced with a newly designed service buckle cover. Owner notification began february 5, 2004. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The windshield wiper linkage can disengage due to a broken ball socket.
- The risk
- This condition will likely result in sudden and complete loss of the windshield wiper function, or of the wiper function on the driver side only, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper module.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 225, "Child restraint anchorage systems." The owner's manuals do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with child restraint anchorages. Also, the manuals do not explain the markings in the vehicles that locate the lower anchorages.
- The risk
- In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with revised owner manuals.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.
- The risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: some 4x2 sport utility vehicles not equipped with an antilock braking system may have inadvertently been built with 4x4 rear hubs instead of 4x2 hubs. If the incorrect hubs are installed on a 4x2 vehicle, the rear wheels can loosen, or in some cases, separate from the vehicle.
- The risk
- This condition could cause loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the rear hubs and, if necessary, replace them.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. These vehicles may have a mis-assembled or incorrectly manufactured nut that attaches the steering wheel assembly to the steering column. The nut could be upside down in the steering wheel assembly, which could overstress the steering column shaft when the nut is tightened. In addition, some of the nuts may have been cracked during manufacture resulting in the nut fracturing when it is tightened during vehicle assembly.
- The risk
- Either of these conditions can lead to the steering wheel becoming loose or separating from the steering column, resulting in loss of steering control.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel retention armature and, if necessary, the steering column to correct this condition.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control. The speed control cable can have a cracked or missing speed control cable servo cap locating tab. The locating tab could enter the servo clutch cavity and interfere with the speed control servo clutch. Also, water could enter those units that contain a cracked or missing servo cap locating tab, eventually causing corrosion that could interfere with the function of the speed control.
- The risk
- If either of these conditions occurs and the speed control is used, the speed control could prevent the throttle from returning to idle, resulting in a stuck throttle. A stuck throttle could result in a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the speed control cables. Vehicles with speed control cables from cavities 3 and 4 will have the cable the speed control servo replaced.
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564 complaints about the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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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
The throttle will stick open. It happens typically in the winter when it's really cold but lately, it has been happening when it's warm out. In order for me to get control of the vehicle I have to quickly shift it into neutral and power off the vehicle and coast to a stop. If I do not shut the power off the motor races and sounds like it is going to blow up.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. In addition, the cruise control failed. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. The vehicle was restarted, but failed to drive. The vehicle was taken to the residence where the contact was staying. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 211,000.
Subframe rust,lower arms canot be changed.I was driving and I heard pop and couldn"t keep the car driving straight
I bought this car from a guy in july of this year and he said "the gas pedal gets stuck sometimes but if you just pump the pedal several times it should stop". Well the gas pedal doesn't get stuck sometimes, it gets stuck all the time. It gets stuck and either causes the car not to start or it causes the engine to rev. When I am driving it'll get stuck and accelerate the car when I'm not even pressing the gas pedal and sometimes it causes the brakes to not work either. The only reason I haven't gotten in an...
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accident yet is because it is a stick shift and I'm able to pull it out of gear but it still causes the engine to rev and isn't safe at all. A few weeks ago I was doing some research and found out that there is a speed/throttle cable recall on 2001-2005 mazda tributes because of the exact issues described above but when I searched my vin number on the recall list/called the dealership they said my car isn't on it and I 100% believe it should be because it matches the exact same year/make/model and issue on the recall. I don't want to pay to get this fixed because it's not my fault this was improperly manufactured (and I can't afford it) but I also don't know how much longer the car will run like this before the engine is blown or I get in a car accident. Is there any way my car can be added to their recall list? *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. While the vehicle was undergoing maintenance, the independent mechanic discovered that the subframe was severely rusted and corroded. The vehicle was taken to de paula mazda (799 central ave, albany, ny 12206) who installed a reinforcement cross brace per nhtsa campaign number: 14v174000 (structure). After the repairs, the vehicle was still unsafe to drive due to the corroded subframe. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the subframe of the vehicle was rusted and corroded, which nearly damaged the lower control arm. The vehicle was taken to jack sweeney mazda in cincinnati, oh where it was diagnosed that the entire subframe would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact indicated that the vehicle was previously repaired in 2014 per nhtsa campaign number: 14v174000 (structure). The failure mileage was 210,000.
Mazda recall 7514d, cross brace kit, failed causing catastrophic loss of steering. The cross brace attachment at the frame failed. Cross brace intact, but the frame attachment was severely corroded causing frame failure and cross brace separation from the frame. The recall was completed 8/21/14. It is suspect that severe corrosion may have existed at the time that the recall was performed, but was either not detected or not addressed, leading to the ultimate frame failure. The vehicle was travelling on a city...
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street at approximately 10-15 mph, having just started from a stop and in a right had turn, at the time of the incident she did not recognize the seriousness of the event and continued driving since the vehicle momentarily corrected the steering failure. The car reached 30-45 mph when serious steering issues were detected. The driver was barely able to get the vehicle safely stopped through full cross steering and was very shaken by this event, since 2 small children were passengers during this serious event.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to be serviced under nhtsa campaign number: 14v174000 (structure), the technician informed that the rear bolts on the vehicle were rusted and unrepairable. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 94,015.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. While driving 25 mph, the contact lost control of the vehicle and struck a fire hydrant. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the cross member cross brace failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 14v174000 (structure). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000. The vin was not available.
For the past five years, I have repeatedly requested a copy of the revised owner's manual for my vehicle from mazda and from three mazda dealerships. Starting in january, 2012, mazda claimed to no longer have any copies available and refused to provided me with so much as even a pdf copy. The change in the manual wording pertained to child seat belt restraints. Here is the pertinent recall information: mazda recall #: 99011, nhtsa recall #: 00v323000. Recall date: 12/15/00. Recall description: owners manual...
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correction. Repair description: dealers will provide revised owner manuals, free of charge. Recall repair status: incomplete. Nhtsa recall number: 00v323000. Recall date: october 13, 2000. Manufacturer recall number: 99011. Summary: tribute owner's manual. The owner's manuals do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with child restraint anchorages. Also, the manuals do not explain the markings in the vehicle that locate the lower anchorages. Safety risk: in the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached, increasing the risk of injury to the child. Remedy: dealers will provide revised owner manuals, free of charge. Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
A mechanic told me the front crossmember rusted through and broke it was towed to mazda dealership to fix under recall where it sat for a week after that time got a call from the service manager that mazda refuses to fix it stating that the previous owner was neglectful
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that the subframe of the vehicle was deteriorated. The vehicle was previously repaired per nhtsa campaign number: 14v174000 (structure). The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 126,000.
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Put the car in reverse and could not get it out of reverse. Steering totally locked up. I looked on google and this seems to be happening quite a bit and a few years have already been recalled. I was in a cvs parking lot when this happened. Blocked traffic and people were not happy.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle was shifted into the drive position and failed to move forward. The contact also stated that the rpms on the instrument panel became inoperable while gear shift was in the reverse position. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. While driving at any speed in strong wind conditions, the roof became dented. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and advised the contact to drive with the windows slightly open. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.
The vehicle that I own has corrosion around the lift gate's rear window hinges and has completely fell off. This is very dangerous as I fear the window will completely fall off. I'm not sure if its ok for the rear lift-gate window hinge to be falling off like that.
My car had been starting off very slow from a complete stop.One day prior it would go into rev. The next day I am sitting at a stop sign and without touching anything the suv swifted into rev on its own and I could not pull off from the stop sign. It would revearse . So I had to drive it in rev down a long curvy road backwards hoping someone would not hit me or me hit anyone. Now it is parked cause I cant drive it. I have only had the car for three months.
I was at a red light making a right turn. The light turned green I proceeded to drive the vehicle speed went from 25 mph to 40 mph and breaks failed. I was able to stop the vehicle and then put it in park. The engine was still racing and I shut the car off waited about 5 min turned the car on engine was still racing and then all went back to normal including the breaks.
The car stalls alot and the oil and battery light flashes when coming to a stop then u drive again and it goes off. It will do it for a couple of days then stop then start up again. Has to be some type of wiring issue had the oil change so thats fine and the battery tested and thats all good. *Tr
Mazda Tribute: every year compared
All Tribute years2001 Mazda Tribute vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 564 | 15 | F | |
| 2001 Mazda 626 | 189 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda MPV | 71 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda Protege | 51 | 5 | D | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda B-Series | 38 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda Millenia | 30 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 22 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 2001 Mazda Miata | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
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Questions about the 2001 Mazda Tribute
Does the 2001 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 15 recalls for the 2001 Mazda Tribute: wheel bearing (June 2015); frame and members (April 2014); engine and engine cooling (July 2012); control unit / module (January 2012) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Mazda Tribute?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (170), body, doors & structure (89), electrical system (79).
How many complaints has the 2001 Mazda Tribute had?
564 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 29, 2000 and the latest on July 24, 2024. Of these, 21 describe a crash and 13 a fire, and together they report 15 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2001 Mazda Tribute a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 16 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Mazda Tribute year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Mazda Tribute years have the most complaints?
2001 (564), 2002 (385), 2005 (383). See every Mazda Tribute year compared.
What should I do if my 2001 Mazda Tribute has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data