Mazda Tribute Hybrid Problems by Year
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Mazda Tribute Hybrid, across 5 model years (2006–2011). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (7). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Mazda Tribute Hybrid years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Tribute Hybrid model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 Tribute Hybrid: 7 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2006 Tribute Hybrid: 5 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 Tribute Hybrid: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Mazda Tribute Hybrid problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Mazda Tribute Hybrid model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Tribute Hybrid | 7 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2010 Tribute Hybrid | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 Tribute Hybrid | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2008 Tribute Hybrid | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2006 Tribute Hybrid | 5 | 0 | — | Power Train |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda Tribute Hybrid years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (7), 2006 (5), 2009 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mazda Tribute Hybrid?
Power Train, with 6 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Mazda Tribute Hybrid have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.