2002 Mazda Tribute: complete transmission failure

Filed Nov 22, 2023 · Brakes, Engine · 162,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2002 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission was shifting erratically and made an abnormal rumbling sound. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to respond and was jerking upon depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact who is an independent mechanic had replaced the transmission speed sensor, the transmission shift position sensor, the vehicle speed sensor, the shift solenoid block, the transmission fluid, the transmission clutch solenoid, and the wheel speed sensor; however, the failure persisted. The contact used an OBD scanner and retrieved DTC codes indicating that the ABS wiring was overheating. The contact later became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 12V016000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer bypassed the ABS module. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH to the residence after the repair, the failure recurred. The contact stated that the recall repair did not involve bypassing the ABS module. The dealer was contacted, but no further assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and several cases were opened; however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 162,000.

Filed Jan 24, 2008 · Transmission · 30,000 miles · VA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 mazda tribute. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and was towed to the nearest dealer. The dealer stated that a new transmission was needed. The purchase date was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 30,000.

Filed Sep 6, 2007 · Transmission · 38,000 miles · MD

I purchased a madza tribute in 2003. I began to hear a faint noise when driving. I began to hear the noise a little more. I took my car to the madza dealer on auth way and they could not dulpicate the problem. I took my car back 2 times before my warranty ran out about the noise/grinding when I press on the accelerator. I even took it back for the same noise even after my warranty ran out to be told that they could not do anything about it because they did not hear it. Well, now I'm having to pay for a new transmission. When I took the car in after talking with madza the tech was able to dulpicate the problem and stated that they should have been able to the same. Because my warranty has ran out, madza will not help me in any way. My car was purchased with 16 or 19 miles on it. It should not have making that noise. The same day, a lady came in with the same problem with her new 2007 madza. Same symtoms that I tried to relay to the dealer when I first purchased my car. The dealer opened her an "open ticket" for her new car in case something happens down the road. As far as I'm concerned madza failed to assist me in any way when I was under warranty. It has cost me time and frustration to even deal with madza and their staff. I am seeking legal advise in this matter. I have witnesses who will state in a court of law that this problem has been going on a long time and now it is worst because madza failed to properly diagnose the problem which has lead me to have to pay for a rebuilt transmission . It is not fair. It has taken me almost 4 years and this has now come to a head. If they would have done what they were suppose to do then I bought the car we would not be having this conversation. The dealer on auth road lied and said that I had never brought my car in during my warranty for anything. That's a lie. I have the papers to prove it.

Filed Jul 15, 2007 · Transmission · 111,337 miles · CA

I was stopped at a stoplight in a busy intersection. I went to proceed trhough the intersection when the light turned green and the car was acting like it was stuck in neutral. I had to push down hard on the accelerator to get through the intersection and pull over onto the shoulder safely. The car would not move, except to go in reverse. There was no warning that something was going wrong with my car. I had the car towed to the transmission shop, where it wa s going to have a new transmission installed.

Filed Jan 23, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · 50,000 miles · CA

At 50,089 miles, my transmission failed; more specifically, the torque converter malfunctioned resulting in total transmission failure. I have had numerous problems with this vehicle -- I had to replace rotors within the first year of ownership, and may have to do so again at 52,000 miles. The vehicle has trouble starting, the brakes aren't very responsive, and I've had to replace the ignition switch with an unattractive and impractical replacement, because the dealership reported that the type that came with my vehicle wasn't available. The rear window has leaked. Needless to say, the warranty expired just before my transmission failed.

Filed Mar 25, 2005 · Transmission · 85,110 miles · CT

Purchased new in 2002-with 85000 highway miles-transmission failed- while driving on I-84 in connecticut-vehichle went into the passing gear on its own then stopped -my husband was able to coast off to the shoulder of the road. It was our luck he was past the construction zone and he was going down hill. There was no prior notice that the transmission would fail.

Filed Mar 24, 2005 · Transmission · 65,600 miles · MD

I had several emmision repairs done within 60 highway miles on my mazda tribute 2002. Now have a complete transmission failure needa new transmission. And only have 65 000highway milage. Nworsw vechile I had my vechile keep loosing power and jump into over drive suddenly onthe freeway I had to put my flassher and exited. 3 days ago

Filed Mar 1, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · VA

2002 madza tribute with 68,000 needs a new transmission. Just had a value job done on the engine approx. 4 months ago. Madza warranty- including drive train - up at 50,000 miles.

Filed Jun 27, 2002 · Transmission · AR

While driving, the vehicle stalled with out warning due to a defective PCM. Also, the main bearing in the transmission failed.