"takata recall" my car is rusted underneath from the gas pump and under. On july 11th, 2019 . I was driving my vehicle on a street when my passenger side rear strut came out from the rust. Sometimes after putting gas in my car and driving off inside of my car will start to smell like gas. Since it is rusted under and around.
Mazda Tribute fuel smell problems
33 of the 2,102 owner complaints about the Mazda Tribute describe gas smell in the cabin, most of them for the 2001 model year.
- owner complaints
- 33
- worst model year
- 2001
- typical mileage
- 120,000
Is there a fix? There are 3 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
- 20053
- 20041
- 200128
- 20001
Often reported together
Stalling 1Power steering loss 1Check engine light 1Grinding brakes 1
What owners say
This mazda tribute has extensive and unrepairable rust to the body, understructure and suspension parts than makes it unsafe to drive. Structural integrity is compromised in the event of a collision, vehicle is prone to veer out of control due to missing suspension pieces and gas and exhaust fumes leak into the cabin due to rusted out and missing inner body panels.
I would like a complete refund of all dollars spent in acquiring a 2005 mazda tribute VIN [xxx] on march 06, 2017 from certified auto brokers llc in hendersonville, tn 37075, license #[xxx]. (attached bill of sale) due to serious safety issues with this vehicle. Due to extensive rust and corrosion damage, the frame is likely to collapse in the event of a rear end collision endangering the safety of its passengers, rather than crush and absorb the impact as it was originally designed to do. In addition, it is prone to swerve and possibly tip over out of control on uneven pavement due to a missing passenger side rear shock that was not disclosed prior to purchase (photos attached). The left side shock is worn out and also ready to fall off at any moment as well. Because the fender wells are rusted through exhaust fumes can enter the passenger cabin which could have serious health consequences to its inhabitants. Evidence suggests at some point the damaged areas were covered with paint or undercoat in an attempt to hide these defects. The drive shaft, the frame and the underside of the vehicle are severely corrosion damaged. The parking brake is inoperative due to rust and could cause the vehicle to roll down hill while parked. There is significant rust hidden underneath the fender flares. Had I kept driving this vehicle I could have been severely injured and endangered the lives of others on the road. Certified auto brokers was negligent in representing this vehicle as being in excellent condition and selling it with known serious safety issues (refer to attached advertisement). Since the 2005 mazda tribute as sold is unsafe, unfit for the road and does not fulfill its implied usefulness, I am asking for a complete refund of the purchase price and all taxes and registration fees incurred in purchasing this vehicle. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Shock mount has rusted out and the strut is hanging loose. You look up from under the vehicle and see into the interior insulation. Strut can cause loss of control of the vehicle. Rotted out wheel well can allow exhaust fumes to enter the vehicle causing serious injury or death.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that while driving or when parked, a strong fuel odor emitted inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 00v277002 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure and current mileage was 167,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 mazda tribute. The contact stated that the vehicle emitted a strong gasoline fuel odor when the engine was started. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The manufacturer was contacted and advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v277002 (fuel system, gasoline: delivery). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 5,000 and the current mileage was 156,000.
Consumer smelled gas fumes around the outside of the vehicle. Consumer noticed a fuel leakage. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
A severe gasoline odor. Happens various times. While driving, odor comes through the vents, or after turning off car, extreme gas odor. Happens a various times, at various speeds, at various levels of gas in my gas tank. We have taken it to the mazda dealership more times than I can remember. They have supposedly contacted mazda corporate and can never find a problem. The car completely shut down one time. I was able to pull over and re-start the car. The dealership could find no reason for this either but said they had a similar incident with another mazda tribute owner. I am obviously concerned about our health and safety with this vehicle. Thank you for any help you can give me. Andrea ledenbach.
There is a fuel odor coming into the cabin of the vehicle through the vents. It seems to get stronger as I run the air or heat and eventually gets to the point of smelling so bad, I have to roll the windows down to get fresh air. I have researched this problem and it seems several people are also experiencing this problem. It occurs everytime I use the vehicle. I have gone by the dealership and reported this issue and they said they can find nothing wrong. They said it might have been caused by taking my vehicle to other places to have the oil changed and they may have spilled oil on the engine. This is not the case. Seems like this is a valid complaint since there are so many others with the same problem. It gets so strong sometimes, I get a headache from the fumes. This can not be good to breathe in these fumes. I hope someone can get this issue resolved soon.
Transmission has been replace (with a rebuilt trans) in sept. In nov, we had to have the rack replaced and the rear differential was leaking. The master cylinder cover was leaking. Additionally we experienced a gas smell throughout the cabin. The left front window has had repairs. We have also experienced numerous squeaks and rattles all over the vehicle. Today while driving down hill the vehicle completely shut down. I had no steering or brakes and had to stop the vehicle with the hand brake. This stall almost resulted in a rear end acciedent. Lastly the tires had to be replaced at approximately 19000 miles.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured March 3, 2009, to May 26, 2011. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on December 23, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts are in stock. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0416J.
Recall number 16V788000 · Recall details
Hybrid propulsion system
- What is wrong
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 10, 2006, to May 23, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail, resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
- Risk
- If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1‑800‑222‑5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7814I.
Recall number 14V552000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The o-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line.
Recall number 00V277002 · Recall details
Questions about the Mazda Tribute fuel smell
Which Mazda Tribute years have gas smell in the cabin problems?
The model years with the most reports are 2001 (28 complaints), 2005 (3 complaints) and 2000 (1 complaints).
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