2008 Mazda Tribute vs 2009 Mazda Tribute
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 202 | 35 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 125 | 135 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–32 | 20–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda Tribute | Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 94 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 53 | 2 |
| Power Train | 25 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 15 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 10 | 2 |
| Engine | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
2008 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.