Mazda Tribute problems by year
2,086 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across 12 Mazda Tribute model years. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaint totals are lifetime counts — years that have been on the road longer accumulate more reports.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most reported problem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Fewer complaints | 7 | 0 | — | |
| 2010 Fewer complaints | 39 | 2 | Power Train | |
| 2009 Fewer complaints | 35 | 1 | Steering | |
| 2008 | 202 | 4 | Steering | |
| 2007 Fewer complaints | 4 | 0 | — | |
| 2006 | 130 | 2 | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2005 Most complained | 377 | 3 | Suspension | |
| 2004 | 157 | 5 | Suspension | |
| 2003 | 199 | 6 | Air Bags | |
| 2002 Most complained | 384 | 7 | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2001 Most complained | 563 | 13 | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2000 Fewer complaints | 5 | 0 | — |
How to read this. Complaints are unverified reports owners file with NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation, counted once per case number. Raw totals are not adjusted for sales volume, and recent model years have had less time on the road. “Most complained” flags years well above the model’s median; treat it as a signal for deeper research, not a verdict. This page is not affiliated with Mazda.