2005 Mazda Tribute: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jul 23, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 90,100 miles · FL

The 2005 mazda tribute initially started to be sporadically sluggish/hesitation when stepping on the gas. It seemed like there was a delay from when I pressed on the gas pedal to when the vehicle actually accelerated. On 6/4/15, a couple days after first experiencing the sluggishness/hesitant acceleration, the vehicle stalled/lost power while driving 55 miles per hour on a busy road. Fortunately, I was able to coast over to the side of the road. Within a few minutes I was able to restart the vehicle and continue on my way. The vehicle continued to be sluggish at acceleration and would randomly stall while driving and/or idling. At this point with the vehicle's mechanical issues, the check engine light was not on- even though there was something major wrong with the vehicle. Over the next couple weeks I had the vehicle in the shop three times. The first time in the shop (6/6/15) the check engine light was still not on- -so they were not able to diagnose the problem. They shop suggested replacing the fuel filter and do a fuel system clean-- which I did. The vehicle continued to be sluggish/hesitant when accelerating & randomly stalled while driving and/or idling. About a week later the check engine light finally came on. I took the vehicle to the shop & they indicated the code was telling them that cylinder 2 was misfiring. No other codes were read. All the spark plugs were replaced, coils were checked (in good condition). The check engine light did not come back on; however, the vehicle continued to run sluggish and stall while driving (multiple times when I was going 55-65 MPH). On 6/24/15 the car stalled again but this time it would not restart. I had the vehicle towed to the shop & they indicated the computer was dead and needed to be replaced. I contacted mazda and they denied there were issues with the mazda tribute computers and said it was just my vehicle.

Filed Oct 9, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 140,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda tribute. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose power and stall on several occasions. The contact turned off and reset the computer by restarting the vehicle each time the failure recurred. Also, the contact mentioned that it was extremely difficult to remove the key from the ignition. The vehicle was schedule to be taken into the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

Filed Sep 15, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 97,500 miles · MA

While driving between 1500 and 2500 rpms, the car suddenly drops in rpms and either stalls altogether or starts making a jerking motion and thudding noise. Cannot get out of the gear unless you jam on the accelerator. Extremely dangerous and near undrivable on the highway. Had has happened twice before, ruining the engine coils the first time and the catalytic converters the second time. It seems the PCM is faulty and ruining all of the associated parts. Have read up on the topic and many other owners have the same issue with the stalling and jolting of the issue, all associated with the PCM. This very much seems like an issue that should be recalled, as the repairs are significantly costly and affect many vehicles.

Filed Jul 17, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 151,551 miles · FL

Running rough, stalling at lights, replaced ignition coils, new ignition coils failed, further diagnosis, PCM causing failure.

Filed Feb 5, 2014 · Engine · 138,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the engine stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.

Filed Sep 6, 2013 · Transmission · 151,000 miles · VA

2006 mazda tribute s awd - VIN# [xxx] vehicle stalled out while making a left turn at an intersection. There is a tsb for this issue, however, the dealerships do not honor it and only state it is to make us aware of a know problem. The federal safety agency: action number: 10039105 service bulletin number: 312789 report date: may 16, 2011 component: power train summary: mazda: the engine is stalling when stopping or engaging into drive or reverse. It may be intermittent and usually occurs on long drives. It may be caused by internal wear of the torque converter. *rm this appears to not be only occurring to me, but to other people too. A recall needs to be issued on this. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 8, 2013 · Transmission · 56,000 miles · SC

While driving and coming to a stop at a light the car stalled while using the air conditioner. This happened several times, so I stopped using the air until I could bring it in for service. The next day while driving at 45 MPH I noticed the RPM's increasing with no increase in speed. I also noticed the overdrive light blinking. I pulled over and the car was in neutral no matter where the shift selector was. I turned the car off and after 5 min. Restarted the car and was able to shift into drive. After about 100 yds , again the trans shifted back to neutral. Again I pulled over shut off the car and waited 5 min. I continued this procedure until I got home about 5 miles.

Filed Oct 22, 2012 · Transmission · 87,900 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while traveling 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact managed to merge to the side of the road where the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that the PCM failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the issue. The failure and current mileages were 87,900. The VIN was not available.

Filed Feb 2, 2011 · Transmission · TX

2005 mazda tribute s. Consumer states that vehicle suddenly started to die at intersections when she slowed down or stopped. Mazda service has diagnosed the problem as the torque converter staying in lock up mode *tgw the consumer stated the vehicle continues to stall when slowing down or stopping at intersections. Updated 09/15/11

Filed Mar 30, 2005 · Electrical · CA

While driving vehicle vibrated uncontrollably, then stalled. Driver restarted vehicle after ten minutes. Then, took vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the ignition coil springs needed to be replaced.