2007 Mazda Tribute Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 14, 2013 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Tribute years
Not enough data 12th of 12 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Mazda Tribute. That ranks 12th out of 12 Tribute model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is vehicle speed control (2 complaints, 50%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Mazda Tribute
2001-2004 Mazda Tribute photographed in College Park, Maryland , USA.. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2007 Mazda Tribute problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Vehicle Speed Control2
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Power Train1 · ~52,280 mi
Service Brakes, Air1 · ~25,000 mi
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~25,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Vehicle Speed Control250%———
Fuel System, Gasoline125%———
Power Train125%52,280——
Service Brakes, Air125%25,000——
Service Brakes, Hydraulic125%25,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2008, with 1 complaints
2008: 1200812010: 1201012012: 1201212013: 120131

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2007 Mazda Tribute recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2007 Mazda Tribute.

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Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda tribute (n/a). The contact stated that the engine rpms increased and the vehicle shifted hard upon initial start-up. The wrench warning icon illuminated while the failure occurred. The vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist for diagnostic testing that…

Power Train · received Aug 14, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10535270

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda tribute. The contact received notification for nhtsa campaign id number: 12v357000 (vehicle speed control:cables) and contacted the dealer to secure an appointment for repairs. The dealer advised the contact that the parts needed to complete the repairs were not…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Sep 11, 2012 · NHTSA complaint 10475036

I have a mazda tribute 2007 that has a gas pedal that sticks. I have taken it to the dealership 2 times and am told there is nothing wrong with the car. "it doesn't stick when they drive it" the date listed is the most recent date of the problem. It has been an continuous problem since i bought the…

Vehicle Speed Control · received Oct 15, 2010 · NHTSA complaint 10360682

I have 25,000 miles on my 2006 mazda tribute and and the brakes and rotors need to be replaced, and i do not drive in heavy braking conditions. *cn

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · received Jan 4, 2008 · NHTSA complaint 10213664

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Mazda Tribute?

Owners most often report vehicle speed control, fuel system, gasoline, power train problems. The top one, vehicle speed control, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2007 Mazda Tribute?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2007 Mazda Tribute a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Tribute model years, the 2007 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.