2005 Mazda Tribute Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 1%of 377 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 4,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the equipment of the 2005 Mazda Tribute, 1% of the 377 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 4,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I had a 2005 Mazda Tribute I, bought in march 2005. In december 2005 I ran off the road and the vehicle rolled twice. I was not seriously injured, but the air bags failed to deploy in the accident. Further, the car radio came loose from its mountings, and whipped around on its antenna cable. I'm not certain, but I think the loose radio hit me in the side of the head causing bruises and contusions.”
NHTSA complaint #10148029, filed 2006-01, 8,000 miles“I purchased a 2005 Mazda Tribute in july, 2005. The sticker on the car had an average mileage of 19 to 24 miles per gallon. I, to this date get 11 to 13 miles per gallon and 17-19 on the highway. I truly believe there is a problem in the fuel system or the engine. Contacted Mazda and was told epa was to blame and I needed to let the car get broken in. I currently have 6500 miles and still get 11-13 miles per gallon. I have a 16 gallon tank and get anywhere between 180 to 200 miles per tank. Dealer says nothing wrong and hasn't replaced anything.”
NHTSA complaint #10155667, filed 2006-04, 10 miles“2005 Mazda Tribute [4000 mi] brakes failed and throttle stuck on dec 17, 2004. I had to pull hand brake to stop . Car was towed to dealership in amherst va. Throttle assy, idle control valve and a 100mi road test were done. Picked vehicle up on jan 14,2005. On jan 15th, problem occurred again with brakes non-responsive and throttle stuck. Someone else was driving and they turned engine off and coasted off the road. Vehicle was towed back to dealership in amherst and remains there at present.”
NHTSA complaint #10107624, filed 2005-01, 4,000 milesRelated service bulletins
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- 10177847Jul 20, 2020When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Paint Warranty Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
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- 10170817Jan 13, 2020When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of…
- 10170661Jan 9, 2020In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by…
- 10170656Jan 9, 2020Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft…
Equipment: other model years
Other parts of the 2005 Mazda Tribute
137 complaintsBody and structure
126 complaintsVehicle speed control
85 complaintsBrakes
25 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
24 complaintsEngine
23 complaintsWheels
22 complaintsOther or unknown
21 complaintsFuel system
20 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsElectronic stability control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2005 Mazda Tribute
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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