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2006 Mazda Tribute recalls & problems

The 2006 Mazda Tribute has 3 safety recalls and 130 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is vehicle speed control (50 complaints).

Recalls3safety recalls
Complaints130filed by owners
Crashes · fires9 · 1reported in complaints
Injuries · deaths4 · 3reported in complaints
2006 Mazda Tribute in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

SuspensionJun 3, 2015

Front › Wheel bearing

Recall 15E045000576 vehicles

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.
Risk
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 speed controlJul 27, 2012

Cables

Recall 12V357000217,500 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

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.
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.
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.

Components: Vehicle speed control › Cables; Engine and engine cooling

VisibilityNov 17, 2005

Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Recall 05V5250003,982 vehicles

Problem
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
Risk
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.
Fix
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.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2006 Mazda Tribute 4-DR.

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk20.9%

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Tribute 2WD

23mpg combined
City / highway21 / 27 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Tribute 2WD

21mpg combined
City / highway20 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Tribute 4WD

21mpg combined
City / highway19 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,200/year to fuel

Tribute 2WD

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Tribute 4WD

20mpg combined
City / highway18 / 22 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.3 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Tribute 4WD

19mpg combined
City / highway17 / 21 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Vehicle speed controlCruise control; Accelerator pedal5040175,000 mi
Engine1621189,600 mi
StructureBody; Frame and members › Underbody shields14000111,366 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission; Driveline1400086,725 mi
Suspension12000115,683 mi
Electrical systemSoftware1000070,000 mi
Fuel system, gasolineDelivery › Fuel pump900074,051 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic700070,977 mi
Air bags6202105,000 mi
Engine and engine coolingEngine50001,300 mi
TiresTread/belt500017,969 mi
Unknown or other5000110,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.