2004 Dodge Durango vs 2004 Mazda Tribute
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2004 Dodge Durango | 2004 Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,114 | 157 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 81 | 128 |
| Investigations | 8 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 45 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 74 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–16 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 96,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Dodge Durango | Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 326 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 249 | 17 |
| Electrical System | 242 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 143 | 22 |
| Power Train | 99 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 49 | 34 |
| Structure | 35 | 45 |
| Suspension | 18 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 239 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 57 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 51 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 34 | 8 |
| Vibration / shaking | 30 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 29 | 53 |
| Hesitation / surging | 22 | 7 |
| Won’t start | 21 | 0 |
2004 Dodge Durango
2004 Mazda Tribute
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.