2008 Mazda Tribute recall: hybrid propulsion system
Mazda North American Operations reported this safety recall on September 10, 2014. It covers about 423 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 423
- reported
- Sep 10, 2014
- owners notified
- Nov 5, 2014
- related complaints
- 8
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
Affected vehicles
- Mazda Tribute 2008 2008
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 14V552000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Mazda Tribute hybrid propulsion system?
Yes. Recall 14V552000, reported on September 10, 2014, covers about 423 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 14V552000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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