2004 Mazda Tribute engine and engine cooling problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine and engine cooling on the 2004 Mazda Tribute — 11% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2004 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle would accelerate unintendedly, and the brakes would fail during the unintended acceleration. The ABS and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an…”
filed Aug 5, 2021
“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…”
filed Apr 13, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine and Engine Cooling problems in other Tribute years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Tribute | 2 | 1% |
| 2006 Tribute | 5 | 4% |
| 2005 Tribute | 2 | 1% |
| 2003 Tribute | 23 | 12% |
| 2002 Tribute | 124 | 32% |
| 2001 Tribute | 167 | 30% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 Mazda Tribute
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.