2005 Mazda Tribute wheels problems
22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the wheels on the 2005 Mazda Tribute — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Right rear frame has rusted out enough to cause brake and shock issues causing a perfectly good vehicle to become unsafe and dangerous for my family and others. The shock and brake line broke and the vehicle slid to a stop.”
filed Feb 5, 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 mazda tribute. The contact stated that there was rust accumulation on the rear passenger side wheel well. As a result, the contact experienced rough driving and heard banging noises coming from the rear passenger side wheel. The contact drove to an independent mechanic…”
filed Aug 23, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Wheels problems in other Tribute years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Tribute | 1 | 3% |
| 2008 Tribute | 4 | 2% |
| 2006 Tribute | 4 | 3% |
| 2004 Tribute | 10 | 6% |
| 2003 Tribute | 1 | 1% |
| 2002 Tribute | 5 | 1% |
| 2001 Tribute | 3 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 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.