2005 Mazda Tribute structure problems
126 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2005 Mazda Tribute — 33% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The rear wheel well was completely rusted out while the other side is fine. The shock broke loose causing the vehicle to drop down. I have a 17 year old that is not an experienced driver and this could have resulted in her getting seriously hurt. From what I read they recalled the vehicle to to…”
filed Apr 23, 2023
“owned since day one, bought brand new, religiously maintained, perfect shape other than completely rusted wheel house back left passenger side. Shock went through rusted area all the way to trunk. Mazda recalled models 2003 to 2004 for this problem yet so many 2005 Mazda Tribute owners are having…”
filed Jan 4, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Structure problems in other Tribute years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Tribute | 2 | 5% |
| 2009 Tribute | 2 | 6% |
| 2008 Tribute | 1 | 0% |
| 2006 Tribute | 13 | 10% |
| 2004 Tribute | 45 | 29% |
| 2003 Tribute | 29 | 15% |
| 2002 Tribute | 26 | 7% |
| 2001 Tribute | 45 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Mazda Tribute
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.