2005 Mazda Tribute Recall List
3 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Mazda Tribute, affecting engine and structure & body. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Mazda dealer.
- Recall campaigns
- 3
- Do Not Drive
- 0
- Park Outside
- 0
- Over-the-air fixes
- 0
- Latest report
- Jul 27, 2012
- Owner complaints
- 377
All 2005 Mazda Tribute recalls
Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.
- NHTSA 12V357000Jul 27, 2012Engine217,500 vehicles
Vehicle speed control:cables
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 06V116000Apr 12, 2006Structure & Body23,100 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:head restraint
Certain sport utility vehicles equipped without side air curtains or moon roofs fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." during testing, the free motion head form registered a measurement above the permitted limit at the left hand a-pillar trim area.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
Remedy: Dealers will make modifications to the energy absorbing material located above the headliner in the affected area free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2006. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
- NHTSA 04V605000Dec 23, 2004Structure & Body49,800 vehicles
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
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.
Risk: If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many recalls does the 2005 Mazda Tribute have?
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2005 Mazda Tribute, covering engine and structure & body.
- Are 2005 Mazda Tribute recall repairs free?
- Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
- What is the most recent recall on the 2005 Mazda Tribute?
- The most recent campaign is NHTSA 12V357000, reported Jul 27, 2012, concerning the engine.