2002 Mazda Tribute Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2002 Mazda Tribute, 16% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 60,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “master cylinder” (18% of reports).
- 60service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- 60,000median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- $1,650typical repair cost reported by owners
- 14%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 11 of 60 complaints (18%)
- Hydraulic antilock control: mentioned in 9 of 60 complaints (15%)
- Unit module: mentioned in 9 of 60 complaints (15%)
- Brake fluid: mentioned in 9 of 60 complaints (15%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes, hydraulic repair on the 2002 Mazda Tribute at $1,650, and half of them between $1,250 and $1,850.
Based on 5 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2006–2010), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 42 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 60 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 10 a fire.
Mazda Tribute service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Tribute | 1 | 25% | 25,000 |
| 2006 Tribute | 7 | 5% | 70,978 |
| 2005 Tribute | 13 | 3% | 40,842 |
| 2004 Tribute | 9 | 6% | 50,484 |
| 2003 Tribute | 21 | 11% | 60,326 |
| 2002 Tribute | 60 | 16% | 60,000 |
| 2001 Tribute | 46 | 8% | 88,950 |
| 2000 Tribute | 1 | 20% | — |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 mazda tribute vehicles manufactured from april 20, 2000, through july 19, 2002. The brake master cylinder reservoir cap can leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (abs) module wiring harness connector.
Risk: Corrosion may develop in the electrical connector leading melting, smoking or possible fire.
Fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vehicle's brake master cylinder reservoir cap and modify the abs electrical system, free of charge. Until the repair has been performed, vehicle owners should park their vehicles outside. The safety recall began on june 22, 2012. Owners may contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option 6.
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (abs), the abs module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short.
Risk: An electrical short might cause an abs malfunction that would illuminate the abs warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the abs module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the abs module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on may 9, 2007. Owners may 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.
The contact owns a 2002 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission was shifting erratically and made an abnormal rumbling sound. The contact stated that the vehicle…
I noticed a brake fluid leak under the vehicle in my garage. After checking under the hood, i noticed brake fluid splattered around engine compartment. When i checked the brake fluid,the top was loose,and the reservoir was low. This is the second time i noticed this, and when i checked my vin#…
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 mazda tribute. The contact stated that brake fluid was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the brake fluid reservoir housing was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2002 Mazda Tributes have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 60 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the 2002 Mazda Tribute (16% of the 384 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 2002 Mazda Tribute service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems start?
The median reported mileage is 60,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2002 Mazda Tribute?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,650 (half paid between $1,250 and $1,850), from 5 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the 2002 Mazda Tribute?
The most frequent phrase is “master cylinder”, in 11 of 60 complaints, followed by “hydraulic antilock control” (9).
Other 2002 Mazda Tribute problems
See all 2002 Mazda Tribute problems or service brakes, hydraulic problems across all Tribute years.