Recall 04V583000: 2002–2004 Mazda Tribute

Report received

Dec 10, 2004

Manufacturer

Mazda north american operations

Potentially affected

121,000vehicles

Model years

2002–2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.

Possible consequence

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 28, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Mazda Tribute384 complaints
• 2003 Mazda Tribute199 complaints
• 2004 Mazda Tribute157 complaints