2002 Jeep Liberty vs 2002 Mazda Tribute
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,808 | 384 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 149 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 174 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 24 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | 18–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,500 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Liberty | Mazda Tribute |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 546 | 37 |
| Suspension | 494 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 85 | 124 |
| Electrical System | 118 | 41 |
| Structure | 108 | 26 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 62 | 60 |
| Power Train | 84 | 35 |
| Seat Belts | 110 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 138 | 22 |
| Stalling | 86 | 102 |
| Rust / corrosion | 50 | 13 |
| Vibration / shaking | 40 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 37 | 7 |
| Clunking / rattling | 30 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 6 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
2002 Jeep Liberty
2002 Mazda Tribute
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.