2001 Mazda Tribute steering problems

Filed Jul 24, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · PA

Corroded Subframe led to almost complete separation of drivers side control arm, 72k original miles, took my problem to Bergery Mazda where no one cared. If the part was already replaced in 2014 how is it possibly broken already.

Filed Dec 8, 2018 · Body, Steering · 78,500 miles · NY

Subframe rust,lower arms canot be changed.I was driving and I heard pop and couldn"t keep the car driving straight

Filed May 21, 2017 · Steering · 139,947 miles · MT

Mazda recall 7514d, cross brace kit, failed causing catastrophic loss of steering. The cross brace attachment at the frame failed. Cross brace intact, but the frame attachment was severely corroded causing frame failure and cross brace separation from the frame. The recall was completed 8/21/14. It is suspect that severe corrosion may have existed at the time that the recall was performed, but was either not detected or not addressed, leading to the ultimate frame failure. The vehicle was travelling on a city street at approximately 10-15 MPH, having just started from a stop and in a right had turn, at the time of the incident she did not recognize the seriousness of the event and continued driving since the vehicle momentarily corrected the steering failure. The car reached 30-45 MPH when serious steering issues were detected. The driver was barely able to get the vehicle safely stopped through full cross steering and was very shaken by this event, since 2 small children were passengers during this serious event.

Filed Mar 15, 2016 · Steering, Transmission · 130,000 miles · KS

Put the car in reverse and could not get it out of reverse. Steering totally locked up. I looked on google and this seems to be happening quite a bit and a few years have already been recalled. I was in a cvs parking lot when this happened. Blocked traffic and people were not happy.

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 Nov 28, 2011 · Steering · 131,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by a private mechanic for routine maintenance. The mechanic stated that the steering wheel was very loose. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN did not qualify for the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v223002 (steering:wheel and handle bar). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 131,000.

Filed May 2, 2006 · Brakes, Steering · 39,893 miles · FL

2001 tribute rack and pinion and shaft broke into pieces making it difficult for consumer to steer. *ts the master cylinder had to be replaced due to an irreparable leak.

Filed May 3, 2005 · Steering · 29,000 miles · CA

Unusual squeaking noises heard from lower steering column where it connects to power steering rack at slow speeds. When going slowly over small bumps and turning steering wheel from side to side, strange noises can be heard from the steering rack including a mechanical noise. Vehicle only has 29,300 miles on it and is not used off-road. Mazda dealer finds we need to replace the tie rod ends and has ordered replacement parts. We will ask for the old parts when the final repair is made.

Filed Feb 26, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · NC

My 2001 mazda tribute lx-v6 4wd, was recalled to replace the "rack "on the steering, this was done under warranty. Then 8,728 miles later the vehicle had to have inner and outer tie rod and ball joints replaced, at my expense. Their service department said that I probably hit a pot hole!! I feel these repairs were due to something that was done while replacing the rack. I'm the sole driver of this vehicle and it is mostly city driving or interstate...not four wheeling!!!

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · 34,343 miles · CA

1.the first problem I had with my tribute was all the power steering fluid had leaked out, so they replaced the rack and pinion. 2.the second, when going for my first brake job I'm informed that the front rotors are too thin and under specs. And need to be replaced (a $700 job) so, I went to mazda and they said the brake pads are too hard for the rotors are are unusually wearing so, they replaced my rotors. 3.the third, a week later I'm strained, because the starter stuck and burned itself out, they towed the car and replaced the starter. 4.the fourth, they told me that the master cylinder had leakage so, I had to have them fix that. 5.the fifth, now I am currently dealing with a sputtering or cluncking noise that occurs upon slow acceleration of 40 MPH with pedal vibration and also occurs sometimes at 60 MPH now. They haven't been able to figure out and fix this problem yet. But, thought they fixed the problem because they found a bushing near the engine compartment that was completely cracked so, they replaced that. Until next time.....