KnownCarProblems2006 Mazda Tribute Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 130 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Mazda Tribute, most often about the speed control (38% of complaints, typically around 65,000 miles). It is 7th of 12 Tribute model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2006 Mazda Tribute problems
Speed control
49 complaints · 38%Half of these problems showed up before 65,000 miles. Parts named most often: cruise control, accelerator pedal.
The contact owns a 2006 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that during cold weather of 32 degrees or below, the accelerator pedal could not be depressed and he would have to pump the pedal periodically before the vehicle would respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised that they would…
Tl contact owns a 2006 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was stuck in the "up" position and it took a lot of effort to depress it. The failure occurred intermittently especially in cold weather conditions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, they offered no assistance. The…
Engine
21 complaints · 16%Half of these problems showed up before 70,500 miles. Parts named most often: engine.
We purchased a used 2006 Mazda Tribute with about 83,000 miles on it from a car dealer. Less than 2 months after purchasing it, the timing chain broke and the engine failed. The engine failed after the car was parked and we attempted to restart it.
Vehicle traveling on interstate highway of major metropolitan city when smoke from engine brought vehicle and traffic to standstill. Two fire trucks and police responded. Oil found sprayed on highway and throughout engine compartment, with total loss of engine oil. Vehicle taken to dealership service department for…
Fuel system
18 complaints · 14%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: delivery.
It is been happening more frequently, the gas pedal sticks and cannot be pressed down. Occured several times including some times when I was driving. I have seen several complaints for the same issue. I'm worry about this, it could cause an accident. Something has to be done!!
For the past year, the vehicle's accelerator/gas pedal has at times felt "stuck" so that the driver must press down harder than normal to accelerate. Originally the driver was under the impression that the mat was obstructing the gas pedal's ability to be depressed. Over time however, the vehicle has shown an…
Transmission
14 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 86,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, driveline.
I bought this car used approximately three years ago and it has only been driven around town except to my honeymoon. My daughter was driving home from a friends house. She called me and told me her car would not go. I went to see if I could figure out what was wrong with the car. After sitting not running for…
When vehicle has been running for less than 10 minutes the accelerator pedal will not depress unless unusual amount of force or tapping of pedal is used.
Body and structure
13 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 104,500 miles. Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
The contact owns a 2006 Mazda Tribute. While driving at any speed, the vehicle made a rattling noise. A mechanic diagnosed that the rear passenger wheel well and the shock mount were extremely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
There was constant knocking from the rear of the vehicle and I took the SUV to dealer. The dealer says "the right rear strut is not connected to the body of the car. There is heavy rust and this is not a safe condition to try the car". Over the weekend, the shock mount bracket completely fell off. It doesn't seems to…
Suspension
12 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 115,500 miles.
The contact owns a 2006 Mazda Tribute. While driving at any speed, the vehicle made a rattling noise. A mechanic diagnosed that the rear passenger wheel well and the shock mount were extremely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
There was constant knocking from the rear of the vehicle and I took the SUV to dealer. The dealer says "the right rear strut is not connected to the body of the car. There is heavy rust and this is not a safe condition to try the car". Over the weekend, the shock mount bracket completely fell off. It doesn't seems to…
Brakes
12 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 64,000 miles.
Brake rotor failure (original equipment) on a vehicle with a little over 60k miles. Rear routers found not only unable to be "turned", but were advised needed to be replaced for safety reasons. Was advised that front routers were also wearing exceptionally fast. I live in a mostly flat part of the country and drive…
Brake failure, brake pedal goes down to the floor. Happened out of no were. Brake pads and drums are in good shape do not need to be replaced. Replaced master cylinder and left wheel cylinder due to bleeder broker. Neither of these have resolved problem. Vehicle still not repaired issue unknown.
Electrical
10 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 70,000 miles. Parts named most often: software.
Drving on the higway and the car turn off lost power ,lost steeing, I was able to control the veicle .pull over to the side of the higway, waited for a while , started again but the speed was do miles , engine bibrating,mechanic says that need to replace the PCM and 6 idg coils
My battery began being drained for no apparent reason. I bought a new battery but it didn't solve the problem. When it is cold I have to have my car jumped to start most of the time. I sat in the car listening to the radio for about 15 minutes this summer and then found the battery was dead. The rear wiper stopped…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2006 Mazda Tribute recalls
Speed control: cables
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Visibility and wipers: motor
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.
Full defect summary
On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease applied to the output shaft gear.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2006 Mazda Tribute
- What are the most common problems with the 2006 Mazda Tribute?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: speed control (49 complaints, typically around 65,000 miles); engine (21 complaints, typically around 70,500 miles); fuel system (18 complaints, typically around 58,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2006 Mazda Tribute have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 27, 2012 (speed control). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2006 a bad year for the Mazda Tribute?
- It is 7th of 12 Tribute model years by number of complaints, with 130 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.