2003 Mazda Tribute: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Sep 4, 2023 · Acceleration, Brakes · NY

My ABS keeps locking up and Ive almost wrecked multiple times. I changed brakes and rotors and still the problem is on-going. Its dangerous and Ive read others saying the same thing online.

Filed Aug 20, 2019 · Body, Brakes · NY

The ABS malfunctioned and the ABS light is on. When I engage the break it makes noise initial before it will start to engage properly, but the ABS light keeps showing steadily. The trunk of the vehicle remains locked and cannot open. The latch is not bad.

Filed Jul 13, 2019 · Electrical · 180 miles · MN

While I was driving the car just shut off. I was told it was the battery and alternator. So I had them replaced. The car ran for aboutv10 minutrs and just shut off. While at the machanics he said that the wire harnesa is melting amd that I got lucky not to have a fire. The ABS light goae off and on to. I called about a recall I saw in 2007 about the wire harness and they are telling me it is fixes. I have proof it is melted and. Would like my car fixed under the recall.

Filed Sep 25, 2017 · Brakes, Electrical · 58,899 miles · NY

Tl* the contact's son owns a 2003 mazda tribute. While the contact's son was driving at an unknown speed, the ABS indicator illuminated. While the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to island mazda (1580 hylan blvd, staten island, ny 10305 (844) 667-0618) where it was diagnosed that the ABS module's electrical wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v157000 (service brakes, hydraulic), but the dealer stated that the recall was closed on february 8, 2008. The manufacturer was notified at 800‑222‑5500, but the contact was unable to speak with a representative. The approximate failure mileage was 58,899.

Filed Apr 9, 2014 · Electrical · 147,000 miles · OK · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda tribute. The contact stated that after driving the vehicle for 15 minutes, she drove it into a drive way and after shifting into park the brake light illuminated. The contact stated that she shifted into drive and back to park to see if the vehicle would reset itself but the ABS light illuminated for 3 seconds and shut off. The contact turned the vehicle off and exit the vehicle. The contact stated that about an hour and a half later, she was informed that the vehicle was engulfed in flames. The fire department was notified and extinguished the fire. The fire department filed a report and stated that the fire was mechanical and confirmed that the vehicle had been on fire for a least an hour. The vehicle was destroyed. There were no injuries. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure mileage was 147,000.

Filed Sep 16, 2013 · Engine · 139,000 miles · FL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, smoke was seen coming for under the hood. The contact opened the hood to allow the smoke to exit and called a tow trunk. The tow truck driver stated that the vehicle was safe to drive however, when the contact started the vehicle, the check engine and the ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle and parked the vehicle again. The vehicle was on fire and destroyed the vehicle. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. The fire department did not state what caused the fire. The contact called the manufacturer to file a report. The manufacturer stated they would not take a report until there was a fire report issued that stated what caused the fire. The contact did not have a report of what caused the fire. The failure mileage was 139,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2013 · Brakes · 261,548 miles · GA

On june 25, 2013 @ 11:00am I called mazda corporation (reference call number: [xxx]) about recalls associated with my mazda tribute 2003 and was told that the recalls were not assigned to the VIN number of my vehicle. The mazda representative stated that only the seat beat adjustment has been assigned to my vehicle and that I do not qualify for the recall. Mazda will not honor the recall. I bought the tribute in 2010 from a dealership; thus, was not aware of the recalls. I have been having a lot of problems with the vehicle and have spent a lot of money trying to fix it. I have a 13 and 14 year old girls and am a single parent. According to the recall, the vehicle is not safe. I can not afford right now to purchase another vehicle. I am only asking mazda to honor the recalls. Please see the recall notice below from mazda. 2003 mazda tribute recall item affected: service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module date announced: 4/11/2007 description of recall: on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), the ABS module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short. Action needed to fix it: dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the ABS module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the ABS module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Apr 17, 2012 · Brakes, Electrical · OR · fire

My 2003 mazda tribute was recalled in may 2007 for ABS voluntary safety recall. I took it in that same month and the dealer determined module connector did not need to be replaced. On march 15, 2012 ABS light came on for no reason and stayed on for an hour. Took it to have it checked on march 17, code could not be determined. Upon inspection everything looked fine. I was instructed to take it to the dealership should the ABS light come on again. Two days later, on march 19, 2012 I had been at work for an hour with my car parked when I was notified that my car was on fire. The car was totaled due to the fire. According to the recall of may 2007, an electrical short could cause an ABS malfunction which would illuminate the ABS light and could result in "burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated." my car was off when this occurred. I believe that had the module connector been replaced in 2007 when I took it in under the safety recall, this fire wouldn't have occurred.

Filed Jan 13, 2012 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · SC · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda tribute. The contact stated that anti-lock brake fluid was leaking onto the wiring. The contact could also smell a burning odor from the engine when driving. The battery and the ABS warning lights would illuminate sporadically. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure, but the contact had the brake fluid cap replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included in the recall. The failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 89,000.

Filed Jun 19, 2009 · Brakes · 86,000 miles · AL

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mazda tribute. The contact received a recall notice for the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v157000 and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer kept the vehicle for over four days. The contact was informed that the parts for the repair were unavailable and would arrive the following day. The dealer also stated that they would not provide a rental vehicle because her warranty was expired. The dealer removed the ABS wiring harness, but could not install it back into place. The vehicle has not been repaired. The VIN was unknown. The failure and current mileages were less than 86,000.

Filed Mar 5, 2009 · Transmission · 80,000 miles · MA

My 03 mazda tribute es ABS light came on at 80k. Upon inspection the left front drive axle ABS speed sensor ring was broken. The ring is not available anywhere and mazda told me the shaft will have to be replaced. The part alone $325. Plus labor. The mazda parts people told me it's a shame that you can't just replace the ring. And that there known for braking. It does effect the operation of the brakes. I have not replaced the shaft yet still looking for the ring.

Filed Dec 9, 2008 · Brakes · 40,000 miles · CT

Tl*the contact owns a 2003 mazda tribute. The contact stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v157000 (service brakes, hydraulic:anti lock:control unit/module). He was experiencing issues with the ABS. The modular connector had to be replaced because it lost connection with the computer and locked the braking system. While driving between 35-45 MPH, the front passenger side wheel froze and slowed down the vehicle. A mechanic repaired the failure because the wheel would lock and cause the vehicle to spin. The contact called the manufacturer to inquire about a recall, and was informed that they would not process a reimbursement because he did not take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for repair. The failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 12/30/08.*lj updated 01/05/09.