2001 Mazda Tribute: engine failure

Filed Jan 29, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 162,000 miles · VT

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized sporadically while driving at low speeds and a loud noise emitted from under the hood. The contact inspected the vehicle and found that transmission fluid was leaking and the tie rod was fractured. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 162,000.

Filed Jan 14, 2013 · Acceleration · 147,000 miles · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact accelerated and the accelerator pedal seized causing the vehicle to erroneously accelerate. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v357000 (vehicle speed control:cables). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure and current mileage was 147,000.

Filed Oct 22, 2010 · Brakes, Engine · 124,000 miles · PA

I own a 2001 mazda tribute, which I purchased used in 2007. The vehicle went through six master cylinders within the first few months we owned it. It has been an ok car, but frequently and I mean frequently visits the mechanic to get fixed, whereas my other (foreign-made) vehicle rarely has problems - I will never buy american again! Wednesday evening I picked up my 2001 tribute up at the mechanic from getting four new engine coils which had just been replaced two years previously, which my mechanic says should not have gone bad. Thursday morning I had my two children in the car when I reversed out of my parking spot at a local church when the brake pedal went straight to the floor! The car kept going back and I had to use the emergency break to stop!!!! Luckily I did not hit anything and no one was hurt. I had the truck towed back to the mechanic, which I had just picked it up from (this was the car's 4th visit in two weeks for broken parts). The mechanic said that the front left brake line had ruptured and the right one was cracked, so both were replaced. I am so thankful the brakes hadn't failed minutes later when my family would have been on the interstate!!! No recall has been made by mazda for this problem, but I have seen many similar stories from this vehicle. It is a disgrace and threat to not only the driver and passengers of these vehicles, but to everyone on the road!!! I'm scared to drive my car, not knowing if it will get me home safely or even go. I would never have purchased the car if I could go back and only wish I could purchase something different now.

Filed Nov 7, 2006 · Engine · 45,000 miles · NJ · fire

While driving on the mass. Turnpike on 04/23/06, my vehicle was suddenly engulfed in thick gray smoke. It was determined by my insurance agency that it was a "mechanical failure', which resulted in my vehicle needing a new engine. I was unable to pay for a new engine, and was refused any assistance from mazda USA and dealer vehicle was purchased from. Vehicle has 45,000 miles on it.

Filed Jun 29, 2006 · Acceleration · 94,000 miles · NC

Driver accelerated, with pedal, while cruise control was set at 70 MPH. Removing foot from accelerator pedal and applying the brake did not seem to disengage the cruise; "the engine seemed to surge". The cruise control off button also seemed to have no effect on the cruise. The resistance in the brake pedal increased and engine continued to surge as the vehicle speed was decreased to around 50 MPH. Driver shifted into neutral; the engine RPM shot up. Driver then shifted into progressively lower gears and applied the brake until vehicle stopped. Driver then shifted into park, and shut off the engine. Smoke was coming out of the engine compartment. Vehicle was towed and determined to have a blown engine. Owner alleges that mazda dealer (flow mazda in fayetteville) stated that there is recall campaign (00v‑210 002) for this issue, but that her vehicle is not covered due to her vehicle's build date. Per relevant 573, the effected build date range is ford's kcap 4/17/00 through 7/24/00; subject vehicle build date is unknown. Vin range is [xxx] through [xxx]. Owner's VIN is [xxx]. Owner alleges to never have received an owner notification for this recall. *nm updated 07/16/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Aug 1, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · TN

Dealership replaced the automatic transmission on october 14, 2003. An independent shop on march 2004 replaced the engine. Currently, consumer indicated that vehicle was at an independent shop to replace the catalytic converter for a third time . *ak july 2005 the vehicle was taken back to the dealer because the check engine light illuminated.

Filed Oct 23, 2002 · Acceleration, Engine · GA

The engine failed three times without warning while the consumer was traveling on highway. Cause for the first failure was the PCM problem and it was reprogrammed and updated eec relay was also installed.

Filed Aug 19, 2002 · Electrical, Engine · HI

My mazda tribute stalls at high speeds. Most recently, going downhill at 45 MPH. Engine died, battery lights and oil lights turned on... No warning at all. I lost power to the steering wheel and brakes. Very dangerous because it happened so suddenly, and there was no safe place to get off the road. This is the third incident with this car, the second stalling. My car only has 21,000 miles.

Filed May 20, 2002 · Engine · FL

Descending an over water bridge at 35mph when engine died with no advance warning. Lost power steering and power brakes. Was able to get the vehicle to the road shoulder without causing an accident. Put vehicle back and park and restarted immediately. No recurrence yet. Due to be seen at dealer on 23 may 02. Research of your data base shows this is not an isolated occurence. No fatalities yet but only a matter of time. Can see no evidence in data base that mazda has identified a cause or a fix.

Filed Feb 5, 2002 · Engine · PA

Engine failed while traveling approximately 35 miles per hour down a curved incline. Was able to get vehicle to come to a stop along side of road. Turned ignition to off and tried to restart vehicle. Would not start. Turned ignition to off again and waited a few seconds. Vehicle restarted on second attempt.

Filed Oct 10, 2001 · Engine · GA

Total system failure engine died and all systems shut down. Loss of power steering and brakes on onramp. Loss of control was very scary on the ramp. Luckily not on the interstate at the time. *ak *additional information: consumer states the vehicle stalled again during normal operation on november 2, 2001 while traveling approximately 35 to 40 MPH. (entered 11-dec-2001)

Filed Oct 2, 2000 · Engine · NY

When the car engine is driven for more than 10 min and then shut off, when you restart the engine you get a strong fuel vapor from the vents in the car. Also when the car is colling down like in the garage you get a strong fuel vapor from the passenger side of the engine. I brought the car back to the dealer for service and they said there is no fuel leaks and that it must be a new engine burn off smell. I have spoke to at least 12 people on edmunds .com who have the same problem with no solution. I hope you can help because I feel this could be dangerous.