2006 Mazda Tribute suspension problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2006 Mazda Tribute — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Experiencing same issues with the front subframe/engine cradle as indicated in the 2001-2004 mazda tribute/ford escape recall. This is a 2006, with the same exact issue of the subframe rusting out and breaking on the passenger side. This is absolutely insane! The recall should have included 2005…”
filed Aug 10, 2017
“Drivers side rear shock broke completely away from frame. (top side). Passenger side rear wheel well is rusting away badly.”
filed Jul 12, 2017
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the…
02-004-22a · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 18, 2022
Suspension problems in other Tribute years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Tribute | 5 | 2% |
| 2005 Tribute | 137 | 36% |
| 2004 Tribute | 49 | 31% |
| 2003 Tribute | 14 | 7% |
| 2002 Tribute | 13 | 3% |
| 2001 Tribute | 19 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2006 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.