2001 Mazda Tribute: loss of power steering

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 Sep 1, 2005 · Electrical · 62,000 miles · GA

(1)events leading to failure: during normal driving, pressing the brake pedal, rolling down a window, or using turn signal. (2)failure: engine dies, loss of power steering, power brakes, etc... (3)vehicle has been brought to dealer several times, issue has not been improved/corrected.

Filed Aug 16, 2004 · Engine · 29,212 miles · NY

While driving 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle lost steering and braking capability. The consumer had to struggle to maintain control of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealership and they were unable to duplicate the problem . In april 2004, the vehicle was involved in a recall dealing with (PCM) power train control module recalibration. Please describe details. *jb.

Filed Feb 23, 2004 · Electrical · 36,500 miles · NY

2001 mazda tribute 4wd dx 4 cyl. Manual transmission. Driving about 30 MPH, starting turn. All power shut off. Lost power steering, instrument panel, engine. Engine restarted from motion of car when car was put back into gear.

Filed Jan 22, 2004 · Engine · 57,750 miles · TN

I have a 2001 mazda tribute. Recently I started having trouble starting the vehicle. It started but immediately stopped. I had to leave my foot on the gas for awhile before it would respond normally. This problem was completely random, not occurring everyday. The condition increased in frequency and finally my car started to die while I was driving it (if I released the gas for a turn, it would occasionally die). This almost caused a serious accident as I had no steering or braking when the car died. I returned the car to the dealership but they said there were no recall notices. Their diagnostic equipment could find no problems, but the manager said this was happening to several early tributes and I should replace the idle air valve. Replacing this has fixed the problem but this is a serious defect that needs to be fixed before someone is killed.

Filed Oct 6, 2003 · Electrical, Transmission · 29,000 miles · GA

Mazda tirbute esv6 has lost all power under normal driving conditions; no power steering or brakes and all indicator lights came on. Which is very difficult to steer out of oncoming traffic to get out to safety. The mechanic from jim ellis mazda at marietta, ga told that this case already happened twice (one from a different car). In addition, it was reported that the valve gets "carbed up." this occurs when a driver is coasting between accelerating and braking. Also, the transmission and electrical systems are already going haywire on this vehicle with no wipers, airbag light constantly on or blinking, transmission slipping and grinding.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Electrical · 16,370 miles · NJ

On august 29th, 2003 I was driving in my 2001 mazda tribute. As I slowed down to make a turn, the car suddenly had a total loss of power. I had no steering and no brakes and I was quickly headed into oncoming traffic with no control of the car. Luckily I was able to react in time and pull up the emergency brake. Once I regained my composure, I was able to put the car into neutral and then restart the car. The only time I have driven it since is to take into the dealership. They were very sympathetic to my situation and later advised me that a technical bulletin had been issued for this issue and they were able to fix it. They explained there was no recall issued for this situation. On september 5th, 2003 I called mazda customer care and explained what had happened. They informed me that mazda is aware of the situation and they do not feel it is a safety issue. They also indicated it only happens in less than 1% of all of their vehicles and they did not want to cause "panic" amongst their car owners. I feel I was lucky to escape without injury or without getting into a serious accident. I feel other mazda owners should be aware of this situation. Thank you for your time. Lewis paskin.

Filed May 7, 2003 · Electrical · KY

2001 mazda tribute, died while driving at 35 miles per hour. No breaks, no steering, no control. This is the 3rd time and clearly the most dangerous as it was life threatening. Mazda is unresponsive and not honoring my buy back request. They said the problem has been fixed, but they said they fixed it previously and it wasn't so I have no faith I am not willing to risk my life again. Why hasn't there been a recall? I have seen dozen of others with the same problem.

Filed Apr 16, 2003 · Electrical · GA

Engine suddenly cuts off, leaving driver with no power steering. Remedied by putting car into neutral while still driving and turning ignition on. However, somewhat scary if it happens while cornering. Occurs about once a month.

Filed Mar 20, 2003 · Engine · TN

2001 maxda tribute lx stalls in motion going approximately 45 MPH. Has happened 3 times. Dealer has performed suggested repairs by mazda but problem persist. Mazda dealer is out of ideas. Serious safety hazard to driver and other vehicles around you. Vehicle shuts down completely no power steering no brakes no control. Should be recalled.

Filed Feb 3, 2003 · Electrical · KY

Vehicle stalled while driving, no steering. Everything electrical stopped working. This is the second time this incident has taken place. Any suggestions on how to resolve this problem? Is ford/mazda going to recall these vehicles (escape/tribute) and fix them?

Filed Jan 14, 2003 · Acceleration, Steering · 39,000 miles · CA

When consumer depressed brake pedal there was no steering power, and vehicle stalled. Dealership replaced air flow sensor. Please provide more details.*jb...