Mazda Tribute door locks problems

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 Sep 5, 2014 · Electrical, Visibility · 65,000 miles · AK

My battery began being drained for no apparent reason. I bought a new battery but it didn't solve the problem. When it is cold I have to have my car jumped to start most of the time. I sat in the car listening to the radio for about 15 minutes this summer and then found the battery was dead. The rear wiper stopped working and my back up lights stopped working about a year ago. Also the driver's side door would not unlock with the remote. I did have a remote start installed shortly after I purchased my car and it has been checked out and is not the source of the problem. Although not life threatening is extremely frustrating to have to continually find jumps and help in order to drive my car. Not having back up lights may lead to an accident eventually.

Filed Sep 22, 2013 · 140,000 miles · KY

Passenger side rear door will not open from inside or out this is a major problem we have 2 children.

Filed Aug 9, 2013 · Body · 149,000 miles · TX

2002 mazda tribute. Unable to open the door to exit the vehicle. I had to open the window and stick my arm out the window to unlock the door from the exterior door handle. In addition, the rear lift gate would not remain closed or locked and would stay open while the vehicle was in motion.

Filed Jul 1, 2013 · Locks · 261,558 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 cannot 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: latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock date announced: 12/23/2004 description of recall: certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components.' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction. Action needed to fix it: dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should 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 1, 2013 · Body · 50,000 miles · PA

The rear window glass door would not snap into lock position -- there was a recall for exactly the same by mazda for 2001, 2002, 2003 2004 & 2005 tributes. But they insist that my VIN is not one of them. I think it should have been and should be. Following is the info on 2001-2005 recall --- recall date: dec 22, 2004 recalled vehicles: 2001 mazda tribute 2002 mazda tribute 2003 mazda tribute 2004 mazda tribute 2005 mazda tribute component: latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock. Manufactured by: mazda north american operations affected vehicles: 49,800 recall summary: certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components. ' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction. Consequence: if the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash. How to fix: dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Recall notes: mazda recall no. 2804l. Customers can also contact the federal safety agency's auto safety hotline at 1‑888‑327‑4236.

Filed Nov 19, 2012 · Body · 110,000 miles · MI

Door handle on the passenger side does not open the door anymore. It seems that interior handle stopped working correctly by using it in a normal way. This affects safety since the passenger door can be opened only from the outside.

Filed Oct 4, 2012 · Body · 120,000 miles · FL

Front passenger door handle won't open door from inside. Plastic hook inside handle assembly broke. Door can only be opened from the exterior.

Filed Oct 2, 2012 · Body · 95,847 miles · CA

The driver door handle suddenly stopped working, I thought maybe because it's now considered an old car, but then just recently the same thing happened to the passenger door. I thought, hmmmm maybe I should look this up on the internet. Bam!!! Many complaints of the same defect and no recall!! This is a safety issue. Someone could actually get killed from not being able to get out of their car. So, let's go through a scenario. I get in a car accident, the power does not work to open the windows, the car is on fire. I can't get out through driver door or passenger. So now, I am struggling to get to the back seat to open a door. But wait, that's if I don't catch on fire first. What is it going to take to get this to be a recall. Will it take someone actually getting killed. Because if it does, then all these angry people who had issues that you didn't listen too will totally be on your[xxx]! Do something about this! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 10, 2012 · Electrical · 73,000 miles · CO

I have a karr car alarm, dealer installed prior to purchase. Recently, while the car locked in the drive way, the alarm went off unexpectedly. Then while driving the door ajar alarm went off constantly. Went to karr and had a new alarm system put in. Still happens. Went to mazda and they found the rear passenger door lock assembly was defective. Had extended warranty and they fixed it. 11 days later the alarm went off again in the drive way while sitting there locked. Called mazda again and am scheduled to bring the car in to check it out again. Karr mechanic stated that he had the same problems with ford escape and mazda tribute customers all due to the door lock assemblies in the fact that the electrical mechanism seems to be reverse logic than other cars. This is becoming both annoying and frustrating. In the mean time I cannot lock the car in the drive way or when I am at stores - no security or theft-control.