Mazda Tribute Recalls (2010-2011)
The Mazda Tribute has been the subject of 2 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2010 to 2011 model years. They cluster mostly around the fuel system and steering.
The Mazda Tribute scores 41 out of 100 (grade C), a roughly average recall record. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 2 campaigns span 2 model years of the Mazda Tribute. The single largest affected 33,000 vehicles, over steering. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Tribute problems owners report and its crash-test safety ratings.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Mazda Tribute may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Mazda Tribute recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Mazda Tribute recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2011 Mazda Tribute Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2011 Mazda Tribute, involving the fuel system and steering.
2010 Mazda Tribute Recalls
2 recalls affect the 2010 Mazda Tribute, involving the fuel system and steering.
Every Mazda Tribute recall in detail
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2010-2011 Mazda Tribute
- Vehicles in this recall
- 912
- Reported
- Oct 28, 2016
- Owners notified
- Jan 30, 2018
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured March 3, 2009, to May 26, 2011. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable. Interim notices informing owners of the safety recall were mailed on December 23, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts are in stock. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 0416J.
NHTSA campaign number 16V788000.
Steering
- Affected years
- 2010-2011 Mazda Tribute
- Vehicles in this recall
- 33,000
- Reported
- May 29, 2014
- Owners notified
- Jul 16, 2014
Defect: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
Risk: If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Mazda will notify owners and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7614E.
NHTSA campaign number 14V282000.
Common questions about Mazda Tribute recalls
- Does the Mazda Tribute have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 2 recall campaigns on record for the Mazda Tribute across the 2010 to 2011 model years. The most common areas are the fuel system and steering.
- How many times has the Mazda Tribute been recalled?
- The Mazda Tribute has 2 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2011 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Mazda Tribute recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the steering, affecting 33,000 vehicles. If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Which Mazda Tribute model year has the most recalls?
- The 2010 Mazda Tribute has the most, with 2 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Mazda Tribute has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.