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.
2006 Mazda Tribute: sudden unintended acceleration
6 of the 130 complaints about the 2006 Mazda Tribute describe sudden unintended acceleration.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- typical mileage
- 115,000
- recalls
- 1
Sudden unintended acceleration by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 3 MPH pulling into a parking space, the engine rpms suddenly increased before the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The driver lost control and crash into a brick building. A police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. There were no injuries. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 12v357000 (engine and engine cooling, vehicle speed control). The failure mileage was 140,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda tribute. The contact stated vehicle would suddenly accelerate without any warning. The failure occurred on seven separate occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure was unable to be diagnosed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 10,000. The current mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 mazda tribute. The contact stated that during cold weather of 32 degrees or below, the accelerator pedal could not be depressed and he would have to pump the pedal periodically before the vehicle would respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised that they would try cleaning the throttle. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred immediately after having the throttle cleaned. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 65,000. The current mileage was approximately 104,000. *tr updated 05/08/13*lj the consumer stated when the failure occurred the vehicle would lunge forward. Updated 05/22/2013
While passing a slower vehicle on a two lane road, the mazda tribute's accelerator stuck. I let off the gas at 65mph but the engine continued to accelerate to over 4000 RPM and 85 MPH. The brakes did little to slow the car(I got it down to 80mph). Trying to raise or move the gas peddle did nothing to change the speed. I was able to shift into neutral gear and as the car slowed down, I applied the hand (emergency) brake and pulled off the road onto a wide shoulder. Starting the engine again later, it started at the previous high RPM's. I called for a tow truck and did not drive it further .I have had problems with the cruise control suddenly accelerating for an instant before returning to normal settings. This has been erratic and cannot be reproduced for the service departments. Two weeks ago, the cruise control started dropping out (turns off) with out warning. The dealer could not replicate the problem., but replaced a switch without any effect.
Tl*- the contact stated that while driving the 2006 mazda tribute at 45 MPH the vehicle accelerated without pressing the gas pedal. At the first incident the vehicle lurched forward, but she stopped the vehicle by applying the brake. During the second incident, the contact applied the brakes and nothing happened. The emergency brake was pulled up and the vehicle revved. While the vehicle was still running the contact stopped the vehicle by shifting the transmission into park and turning the ignition switch to the off position. *ak returned usps, 2nd attempt made 02/27/07 failed.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
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
Questions about the 2006 Mazda Tribute sudden acceleration
Is sudden unintended acceleration a common problem on the 2006 Mazda Tribute?
6 of 130 owner complaints about the 2006 Mazda Tribute (5%) mention sudden unintended acceleration. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
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There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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