Trim Report

Mazda Tribute s2003

Includes:TRIBUTE|s
$2,950
Starting From
5
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Avg Mileage

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Min $2,950
Max $6,695
From $2,950
Fresh
Safety

7 recall campaigns to check. See the safety breakdown below

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Where to Find Mazda Tribute s

Location data for all 2003 Mazda Tribute trims combined

13States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (21%), but the remaining listings are spread across 12 other states nationwide.

Mazda Tribute Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2003 Mazda Tribute trims

Elevated

The 2003 Mazda Tribute's elevated safety profile includes 7 recall campaigns and 200 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

7
Recalls
200
Complaints
17
Crashes
9
Fires
Recall Findings
15E0450002015-03-06
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.

Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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14V1740002014-04-04
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Tribute vehicles manufactured May 22, 2000, through December 19, 2003, originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion at the forward attachment of the lower control arm.

A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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12V3570002012-27-07
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.

A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

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07V1570002007-10-04
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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.

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.

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04V5830002004-10-12
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE MAY PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION.

AN UNEXPECTED INCREASE IN ENGINE IDLE SPEED MAY INCREASE STOPPING DISTANCE AND MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

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04V6050002004-23-12
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

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.

IF THE LIFTGATE IS LEFT UNLOCKED, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL THAT IT MAY OPEN DURING A CRASH.

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04V1750002004-09-04
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L V6 DURATEC ENGINES , DURING DECELERATION, THE ENGINE CAN STALL.

SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2003 Mazda Tribute has accumulated 200 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags27
02Structure25
03Vehicle Speed Control24
04Engine And Engine Cooling16
05Power Train14
200 total across 1 model years (2003–2003)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Mazda Tribute Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2003 Mazda Tribute trims

18–22mpg combined
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16-20city
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21-25hwy
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$3,050-$3,750/yr

With 4 configurations tested, the 2003 Mazda Tribute ranges from 18 to 22 MPG combined. That's a 4 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Tribute 2WD - Manual 5-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city25 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor
Tribute 4WD - Manual 5-spd
21mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
19 city23 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor
Tribute 2WD - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Tribute 4WD - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
16 city21 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the s Worth It?

Common questions about the 2003 Mazda Tribute s

How does the s compare to other Mazda Tribute trims?

Every Mazda Tribute trim targets a different buyer. The 2003 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2003 Mazda Tribute s?

The s shares its core mechanicals with other Mazda Tribute trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for air bags issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 7 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2003 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Mazda Tribute s?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Mazda Tribute s year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Mazda Tribute overview compares all years side by side.

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