2001 Mazda Tribute: recalls and complaints

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• 14V1740004 Apr 2014Structure / Frame and Members
• 12V35700027 Jul 2012Vehicle Speed Control / Cables
• 12V01600020 Jan 2012Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
• 07V15700010 Apr 2007Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module
• 04V60500023 Dec 2004Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hatchback/Liftgate / Lock
• 04V1750009 Apr 2004Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
• 03V51500015 Dec 2003Seat Belts / Front / Buckle Assembly
• 00V38700128 Nov 2000Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Linkages
• 00V32300016 Oct 2000Equipment / Other / Owners/Service/Other Manual
• 00V27700218 Sep 2000Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery
• 00V26000212 Sep 2000Wheels / Hubcap/Cover
• 00V2230029 Aug 2000Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
• 00V2100029 Aug 2000Vehicle Speed Control

1. 14V174000Received 4 Apr 2014. 109,000 units.

   Structure / Frame and Members

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by Mazda North American Operations. Manufacturer campaign number 7514D. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2014.

2. 12V357000Received 27 Jul 2012. 217,500 units.

   Vehicle Speed Control / Cables

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   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, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Manufacturer campaign number 6812G. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Sep 2012.

3. 12V016000Received 20 Jan 2012. 52,390 units.

   Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Corrosion may develop in the electrical connector leading melting, smoking or possible fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA MOTOR CORP. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Jun 2012.

4. 07V157000Received 10 Apr 2007. 95,300 units.

   Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip / Control Unit/Module

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA MOTOR CORP. Manufacturer campaign number 4507C. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 9 May 2007.

5. 04V605000Received 23 Dec 2004. 49,800 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Hatchback/Liftgate / Lock

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Manufacturer campaign number 2804L. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Mar 2005.

6. 04V175000Received 9 Apr 2004. 106,000 units.

   Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 3.0l v6 duratec engines , during deceleration, the engine can stall.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Manufacturer campaign number 1904D. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 May 2004.

7. 03V515000Received 15 Dec 2003. 49,000 units.

   Seat Belts / Front / Buckle Assembly

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Manufacturer campaign number 1503L. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Feb 2004.

8. 00V387001Received 28 Nov 2000. 24,000 units.

   Visibility / Windshield Wiper/Washer / Linkages

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The windshield wiper linkage can disengage due to a broken ball socket.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wiper module.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Manufacturer campaign number 02001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Dec 2000.

9. 00V323000Received 16 Oct 2000. 12,000 units.

   Equipment / Other / Owners/Service/Other Manual

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   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.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Owners will be provided with revised owner manuals.

   Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Dec 2000.

10. 00V277002Received 18 Sep 2000. 5,700 units.

    Fuel System, Gasoline / Delivery

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line.

    Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Oct 2000.

11. 00V260002Received 12 Sep 2000. 1,900 units.

    Wheels / Hubcap/Cover

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    This condition could cause loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect the rear hubs and, if necessary, replace them.

    Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 Oct 2000.

12. 00V223002Received 9 Aug 2000. 641 units.

    Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Either of these conditions can lead to the steering wheel becoming loose or separating from the steering column, resulting in loss of steering control.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel retention armature and, if necessary, the steering column to correct this condition.

    Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Aug 2000.

13. 00V210002Received 9 Aug 2000. 606 units.

    Vehicle Speed Control

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    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.

    Report filed by MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Aug 2000.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 2001 Mazda Tribute
• All 2001 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 23.

Complaints that report a crash

15

Complaints that report a fire

9

Injuries in the complaints

13

Deaths in the complaints

0

Date of the newest complaint

22 Oct 2010

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 20000
2. 200113
3. 20027
4. 20036
5. 20045
6. 20053
7. 20062
8. 20070
9. 20084
10. 20091
11. 20102

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2001 Mazda Tribute?

723,837 units in 13 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Mazda Tribute have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 20 recall campaigns for the Mazda Tribute, model years 2000 to 2010. 13 of them name the 2001 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2001 Mazda Tribute name most often?

Engine and Engine Cooling: 169 of 640 component mentions, or 264.1 per 1,000. For all 2001 vehicles the figure is 139.2 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2001 Mazda Tribute open?

No. Each of the 10 investigations that name this model year has a closing date in the NHTSA file.