2001 Mazda Tribute Latches/locks/linkages Problems
Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA about latches/locks/linkages problems on the 2001 Mazda Tribute, 10% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 75,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “driver side” (49% of reports).
- 59latches/locks/linkages complaints
- 75,000median miles at failure
- 0mention a crash
- 1mention an injury
- 1related recalls
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Driver side: mentioned in 29 of 59 complaints (49%)
- Door handle: mentioned in 27 of 59 complaints (46%)
- Roll window: mentioned in 7 of 59 complaints (12%)
- Open inside: mentioned in 7 of 59 complaints (12%)
At what mileage do latches/locks/linkages problems happen?
Based on 45 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 59 complaints, 1 an injury.
Mazda Tribute latches/locks/linkages complaints by model year
| Model year | Latches/locks/linkages complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Tribute | 2 | 1% | 28,500 |
| 2006 Tribute | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2004 Tribute | 1 | 1% | 161,094 |
| 2003 Tribute | 3 | 2% | 97,000 |
| 2002 Tribute | 22 | 6% | 95,061 |
| 2001 Tribute | 59 | 10% | 75,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Problem: Certain 2004-2005 sport utility vehicles and certain 2001-2003 sport utility vehicle having rear liftgate components serviced with 2004 equivalent components fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 206, 'door locks and door retention components.' the rear liftgate latching system does not meet the inertia load requirement in one direction.
Risk: If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the rear liftgate latch release rod, the release rod attachment clip and the door handle return spring. The recall began on march 31, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I cannot lock the driver side door. *tr
1. Normal use. 2. Broken door handles--within door. Front passenger can't open door from inside. 3. I am looking for a replacement part. *tr
The door latch on the drivers door won't open and i don't feel safe. If something happened and i had to get out, i would be in trouble. A friend recently taught me how to open the door by pushing the latch backwards. It has to be done by reaching across my body with my right hand and pushing the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2001 Mazda Tributes have latches/locks/linkages problems?
No. NHTSA has 59 owner complaints about latches/locks/linkages for the 2001 Mazda Tribute (10% of the 563 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Mazda Tribute latches/locks/linkages?
Yes: 1 safety recall list latches/locks/linkages. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do latches/locks/linkages problems start?
The median reported mileage is 75,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about latches/locks/linkages problems on the 2001 Mazda Tribute?
The most frequent phrase is “driver side”, in 29 of 59 complaints, followed by “door handle” (27).
Other 2001 Mazda Tribute problems
See all 2001 Mazda Tribute problems.