2004 Mazda Tribute engine problems

Filed Aug 5, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · 189,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2004 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle would accelerate unintendedly, and the brakes would fail during the unintended acceleration. The ABS and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the code reader was not able to read any codes. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the accelerator and brakes were repaired years prior and would not cover the cost for repair. The failure mileage was 189,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2018 · Engine, Suspension · MO

Engine will not turn over. Gas is not being circulated

Filed Sep 16, 2015 · Body, Engine · 140,000 miles · IL · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda tribute. While driving approximately 40 MPH, there was an abnormal noise coming from the rear passenger side of the vehicle and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact mentioned a burning odor inside the vehicle. The contact pulled over and discovered that part of the frame was fractured from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear passenger side of the frame was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Apr 13, 2015 · Acceleration, Brakes · 161,094 miles · CT

Braking system (ABS) failed (I could have killed someone or myself) no back pressure going up hills resulting in failing suspension all front end has failed all door latches failed I'm terrified to operate this vehicle!!!!! Recall notices where never sent to me and modern motors only completed recall numbers 7514d and 6812g why is it that recalls are closed when I obviously had issues and I never received notices? I purchased my mazda tribute 2004 at modern motors in 2008 as the second owner. I was never informed of these recalls and I think it's only fair that they should be done at no charge. Report receipt date: dec 10, 2004 the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v583000 component(s): vehicle speed control report receipt date: dec 23, 2004 the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v605000 component(s): latches/locks/linkages (my rear glass latches have been broken/defect) report receipt date: mar 29, 2007 the federal safety agency campaign number: 07e023000 component(s): service brakes, hydraulic report receipt date: apr 10, 2007 the federal safety agency campaign number: 07v157000 component(s): service brakes, hydraulic report receipt date: jul 27, 2012 the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v357000 component(s): engine and engine cooling , vehicle speed control report receipt date: apr 04, 2014 the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v174000 component(s): structure since I was the second owner why wasn't I informed of such defects/recalls??? This is what modern motors has typed on my work order that needs to be done. Gasket is leaking, front axle seals are leaking, front and rear pinion seals are leaking, rear shocks are leaking, front sway bar links have play, front and rear molded rubber brake hose are cracked. Exhaust hanger is broken, gas tank strap has been modified because there was no holder to hold the tank up and on. Needs tires and alignment which I can do.

Filed Mar 20, 2015 · Engine, Suspension · 110,000 miles · NY

Shocking rod went though it.

Filed Mar 12, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 80,000 miles · ME · fire

Already reported.....this is additional info poor mechanic service had car for month no rental vehicle:2004 trb lx xa safety recall(s) found: 4 special service program (ssp) recall(s) found: 0 last updated: march 11, 2015 mazda recall #: 6812g the federal safety agency recall #: 12v357000 recall date recall description repair description recall status 07/26/12 tribute 3.0l engine cover modification. There may be inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control (sometimes known as cruise control) cable, which could allow the engine to be stuck at full power when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. Safety risk: a throttle that is stuck fully or almost fully open may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury, or death. This risk exists regardless of whether or not cruise control is used. The dealer will modify the engine cover to provide sufficient clearance for the speed control cable, free of charge. Incomplete for any additional questions regarding a mazda recall or special service program, please contact your local mazda dealer or contact mazda. Mazda recall #: 7514d the federal safety agency recall #: 14v174000 recall date recall description repair description recall status 04/04/14 tribute lower control arm corrosion. Vehicles operated in areas where salt is used to on roadways during winter months may experience excessive corrosion at the attachment of the lower control arm. Safety risk: a separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will install a newly designed reinforcement cross-brace, free of charge. Incomplete for any additional questions regarding a mazda recall or special service program, please contact your local mazda dealer or contact mazda.

Filed Jan 7, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 90,000 miles · KS

I had received two notices of recall on my mazda tribute for a possible problem with a stuck throttle. Approximately 4 or 5 months ago, I took my vehicle to the local mazda dealer to complete the recall. Before this recall I had never experienced any problems with a stuck throttle. On the above date, I was returing to my home on a turnpike toll road. I was driving approximately 80 MPH. As I attempted to exit the toll toad, my throttle stuck and would not allow my vehicle to slow down. This exit involved a sharp curve and a toll gate area. I made my way through the gate by constantly applying the brake. I finally exited the road and entered a parking lot. The engine continued to rev at a very high RPM. I placed the vehicle in neutral and then park. It continued to rev near the 5 and 6 RPM level. I turned it off and restarted it several times. It continued to rev and when I tried to put it back in drive, it jumped and raced forward. On december 24, 2013, I got the vehicle to the local mazda dealer. As I pulled it into the dealership, the vehicle again started to rev up to 2 or 3 rpms. The dealership looked at the vehicle and tapped on a valve in the top of the motor. The engine then slowed down. At an expense of $235 dollars, the dealership told me it was this valve that needed replaced and it had nothing to do with the recall!!!!! Then on january 6, 2014, I went to start my vehicle and it immediately started idling very high. I attempted to start and stop it many times with no results. I finally got it to my house by riding the brake and at times placing it in neutral. It was very icy at the time and the vehicle would surge and never stop the high reving of the rpms. Both of these incidents were very scary and occurred during poor weather conditions. Thankfully I was able to react in a calm matter and control the vehicle!

Filed Oct 29, 2013 · Acceleration, Engine · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal became stuck for a brief moment upon being depressed. The vehicle also lunged forwardly abnormally and without warning. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and repaired under the federal safety agency campaign id number 12v357000 (engine and engine cooling , vehicle speed control). The failure recurred one week after the remedy repair was performed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Mar 18, 2013 · Engine · 114,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost power and began to shake violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the catalytic converter failed and damaged the egr valve. The mechanic stated that the catalytic converter system would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximately failure mileage was 114,000. Updated 04/09/13*lj the consumer stated the first time a problem occurred, his daughter was driving and she noticed the vehicle would no longer accelerate properly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined the egr valve, had a hole in it. Ten days later, his daughter experienced the same failure and once again, the vehicle wa taken back to the repair shop, where it was determined the catalytic converter had most likely developed an obstruction that caused a large amount of pressure back in to the exhaust system, which caused another hole to blow out the egr valve. The consumer received an estimate of $2500 for the catalytic converter system.

Filed Feb 29, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · 160,000 miles · NY · fire

2004 mazda tribute, 6 cylinder. The engine exploded upon starting, specifically the intake manifold. Upon starting, an extremely loud explosion occurred, the hood was raised about an inch and smoke and flame poured out from under the hood. I exited the vehicle and the smoked subsided and plastic parts where scattered about the parking lot. Towed the tribute to the dealer where they stated that the intake manifold blew up and it would cost over $1000 to repair with no guarantee that the engine is not damaged. The dealer stated that they had no clue what caused the explosion. I was lucky that the car was parked and that my child was not near the car, otherwise this could have been an deadly incident.