2009 Mazda Tribute Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 9%of 35 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 66,900miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2009 Mazda Tribute, 9% of the 35 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 66,900 miles.
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.
“Electronic throttle body failure. The SUV considers the throttle body to be closed. Its clean as a whistle and can be moved without any problems. Ford escapes have this problem and use the same part. Its covered under a warranty. This problem causes the car to go into limp mode and lose all power while traveling at any speed. Could be dangerous for me and my family.”
NHTSA complaint #10873842, filed 2016-06, 102,000 miles“5 total incidents -car begins to shutter, lose power. All warnings lights illuminate and throttle is unresponsive. Engine is still running. Must shut down and restart car in the middle of the road. Serviced vehicle, stored code p2111 throttle actuator control system...stuck open . Vehicle is less than 5 years old, and has under 32k on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10567410, filed 2014-03, 31,800 miles“AutoZone said that the part is called steering angle sensor and is locking up my car I am not able to press the gas as it only accelerates the engine and nothing else and the steering wheel lock I usually have my car turn on in the middle of traffic the part number they gave me is SU14859”
NHTSA complaint #11486133, filed 2022-09Related service bulletins
- 11032103Apr 21, 2026This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory…
- 10251387Feb 12, 2024Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10208556Feb 23, 2022Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10206002Dec 8, 2021Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Cooler and Lines Flushing Procedure: Automatic Transaxle/Transmission (A/T) oil cooler and lines must be power flushed completely before an…
- 10186693Jan 21, 2021Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10173097Mar 12, 2020Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as…
- 10136777Apr 2, 2018Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing ATF. Using the wrong ATF may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission…
- 10117770Jul 14, 2014Mazda Motor Corporation has decided to conduct a Special Service Program (SSP) on certain 2009-2011 Tribute vehicles. On certain 2009-2011 Tribute vehicles, contamination on the…
- 10056189Jul 14, 2014Mazda: regarding some vehicles having intermittent electrical connectivity due to contamination on internal motor contacts of throttle body effecting engine power, vehicle speed…
- 10056133Jul 1, 2014Mazda: see document search button for owner letter. Regarding some vehicles having intermittent electrical connectivity due to contamination on internal motor contacts of…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 13 | 33% |
| 2009 | 3 | 9% |
| 2008 | 25 | 12% |
| 2006 | 14 | 11% |
| 2005 | 24 | 6% |
| 2004 | 14 | 9% |
| 2003 | 24 | 12% |
| 2002 | 35 | 9% |
| 2001 | 69 | 12% |
Other parts of the 2009 Mazda Tribute
19 complaintsFuel system
4 complaintsBrakes
3 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsLane departure
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Mazda Tribute
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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