2006 MAZADA TRIBUTE- Consumer sent a request to Mazda North America to request estimate for cost of repair for replacement of the sensor and switches on the doors and service to the "door ajar" alarm system. Mazda customer care stated they wouldn't be able to provide assistance in the issue. The vehicle is out of warranty and there is no open recalls or special service programs. Consumer resubmitted request to Mazda. Consumer states: "This is the responsibility of the manufacturer! This feature·, (Door Ajar) notification is a major preventative safety item that should have an interrupt feature within. It does not! The defect of malfunction, ringing of the chime, is a conscience detraction element that cannot be tolerated continuously!" The consumer stated the cost of repairs will cost $4590 and feels this is the responsibility of the manufacturer.
The worst 2006 Mazda Tribute problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Acceleration49
- Engine21
- Fuel system18
- Transmission14
- Body13
- Brakes12
- Suspension12
- Electrical10
- Airbags6
- Tires5
- Wheels4
- Seat belts3
- Steering3
- Visibility2
- Driver assistance1
- Locks1
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Mazda Tribute
Recalls 2
Vehicle speed control: cables
- What is wrong
- Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.
- Risk
- A stuck throttle 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.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Remedy parts are now available. The safety recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option #6.
Recall number 12V357000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks and sport utility vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may have been produced without grease applied to the output shaft gear.
- Risk
- After a period of continuous use on the high speed setting, lack of grease on the output shaft gear may cause the gear teeth to distort or fracture during operation resulting in the loss of wiper function. Inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the wiper motor for the presence of grease and grease the wiper motor gears if necessary. The recall began on november 28, 2005. Owners may contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500.
Recall number 05V525000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Mazda Tribute 109
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- Product Quality Information (PQI) DESCRIPTION Service Information MT-041/12 is no longer valid
- This bulletin supersedes the previously issued bulletin(s) listed below
- This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red....
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
- This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery...
2006 Mazda Tribute fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3L 4‑cyl Hybrid | 4WD | 28 | 26 | 27 |
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20-21 | 23-27 | 21-23 |
| 2.3L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 18-19 | 22-24 | 20-21 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 23 | 20 |
| 3.0L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 17 | 21 | 19 |
What 2006 Mazda Tribute owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
We purchased a used 2006 mazda tribute with about 83,000 miles on it from a car dealer. Less than 2 months after purchasing it, the timing chain broke and the engine failed. The engine failed after the car was parked and we attempted to restart it.
The rear right wheel well area where the shock absorber attaches to the frame of the vehicle busted out. It no longer holds the shock in place to absorb a bump. I was recently informed by a bodyshop person that there was a recall that I was not notified of. Would you let me know if this is true?
2006 mazda tribute ,right rear wheel well rusted away,leaving shock floating and banging around in wheel well first noticed in june 2015
Heard noise of knocking rattling 2014-15 had it towed to machanic and they informed me of I needed a new engine. Got it replaced with a jasper rebuilt. Right at 4 years it happens again, one yr after warranty. Researching for either resell value or new engine game across a pleathera of seezed engines and thrown rods. Most vehicles has great body but blown engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda tribute. When the contact's son exited the vehicle and shut the door, the front driver and passenger air bags, along with the side air bags deployed. The contact and passenger were both injured, but did not receive medical attention. A police report was filed and the vehicle was towed to the contact's home. An unknown dealer was contacted and stated that their service department was closed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 105,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda tribute. While driving 85 MPH and depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle accelerated without warning. The brake pedal had to be depressed multiple times to slow the vehicle down. The contact drove the vehicle home. Also, while the vehicle was in drive, it accelerated at full throttle. The contact called kinsel ford (located at 3355 eastex fwy, beaumont, tx 77706, (409) 899-4000) and was informed that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v357000 (engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control). The dealer stated that if the failure was related to the recall, there would be no charge. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer and was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.
Gas pedal sticks making it hard to accelerate. Dangerous when in traffic and gas pedal will not move. Whether it is summer or winter trying to accelerate is becoming very dangerous when driving.
Hello - our 2006 mazda tribute recently had issues related to spider webs in the vent hose - in the service department notes, the following issues were noted related to the fuel tank: canister vent filter and hose: end of vent hose at top of filler kneck plugged with spider webs this resembles issues that prompted the recall of later models, however in contacting mazda, nobody has responded to my concern, basically stating that this recall does not apply to this year - I do understand that, but since the issue is identical, I would think that they would at least want to know about it and have a reporting system for it? Before taking the car to the mechanic, it would only accept 10 dollars of gas at a time, which shows pressure build up. This same vehicle was found to have water in the tank about a year ago and I wonder if the vent hose is also the culprit https://www.usatoday.com/story/driveon/2014/04/09/mazda-spiders/7494105/
"takata recall" I had an airbag failure after hitting a deer at 65 miles per hour on the hwy. The charge in the airbag went off but the air bag did not deploy. The airbag light remains on. I need this fixed!
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Questions about the 2006 Mazda Tribute
Is the 2006 Mazda Tribute reliable?
Owners have filed 130 complaints about the 2006 Mazda Tribute, fewer than a typical Tribute model year.
What is the 2006 Mazda Tribute year score?
The 2006 Mazda Tribute scores 77 out of 100 (average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Mazda Tribute: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 Mazda Tribute?
Acceleration and speed control, with 49 complaints, typically around 75,000 miles. Next is engine (21).
How many recalls does the 2006 Mazda Tribute have?
2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and visibility.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Mazda Tribute acceleration?
Yes, 1 recall: 12V357000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Mazda Tribute have the most acceleration problems?
The Mazda Tribute model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2005 (85 complaints), 2008 (53 complaints) and 2006 (49 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2006 Mazda Tribute get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Mazda Tribute range from 19 to 27 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.3L 4-cyl hybrid, 4WD) gets 28 city and 26 highway.
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