The 2011 Mazda Tribute has a low safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 14 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 14 owners have filed complaints about the 2011 Mazda Tribute. STEERING issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Steering4

02Fuel/propulsion System2

03Air Bags2

04Power Train2

05Structure1

14 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mazda Tribute Fuel Economy

20–32mpg combined

18-34city

23-30hwy

$2,100-$3,400/yr

Across 7 configurations, the 2011 Mazda Tribute returns 20–32 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Tribute Hybrid 2WD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

32mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

34 city30 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute Hybrid 4WD - Automatic (variable gear ratios)

29mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

30 city27 hwy~$2,350/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute FWD - Manual 5-spd

25mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

23 city28 hwy~$2,700/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute FWD - Automatic 6-spd

23mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

21 city28 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute 4WD - Automatic 6-spd

22mpg

2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute FWD FFV - Automatic 6-spd

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

19 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Tribute 4WD FFV - Automatic 6-spd

20mpg

3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

18 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Where to Find 2011 Mazda Tribute

13States

42%in top 3

21% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 13 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

421%

MOMissouri

211%

NCNorth Carolina

211%

FLFlorida

211%

MIMichigan

15%

ILIllinois

15%

VAVirginia

15%

NENebraska

15%

WAWashington

15%

OHOhio

15%

CACalifornia

15%

OROregon

15%

COColorado

15%

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2011.

2011 Mazda Tribute Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2011 Mazda Tribute a good car to buy?

The 2011 Mazda Tribute has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is steering, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Mazda Tribute?

Depending on configuration, the 2011 Mazda Tribute delivers 20–32 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2011 Mazda Tribute?

STEERING is the number-one complaint area for the 2011 Mazda Tribute, based on 14 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.