2007 Mazda Tribute: common problems and reliability

The 2007 Mazda Tribute has 4 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are vehicle speed control and service brakes. Owners most often flag automatic transmission failure — includes slipping, sudden engagement of neutral while driving, hard shifting, and complete failure. rebuilt transmissions are commonly mentioned. frequency: very frequent.

Safety record for the 2007 model year

4
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
0
Crash reports
0
Fire reports

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2007 Mazda Tribute vehicles (US, public record).

Where owners report problems

vehicle speed control
2
service brakes
2
power train
1
fuel system
1
gasoline
1

Recalls affecting the 2007 Tribute

suspension:front:wheel bearing

Campaign 15E045000

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 Tr…

What owners say across generations

Sentiment is mixed and heavily dependent on the specific vehicle's age, maintenance history, and powertrain. The Tribute is generally acknowledged as a practical, value-oriented compact SUV, praised by some long-term owners for its reliability, comfortable rid

  • Automatic transmission failure — includes slipping, sudden engagement of neutral while driving, hard shifting, and complete failure. Rebuilt transmissions are commonly mentioned. Frequency: very frequent.
  • Severe rust/corrosion — specifically on rear strut towers, wheel wells, undercarriage, and exhaust components. Can lead to structural failure (e.g., shock tower tearing through). Frequency: very frequent.
  • Engine-specific problems:
  • V6 (3.0L Duratec) water pump failure — can lead to catastrophic engine damage if not addressed. Frequency: recurrent.
  • V6 and 4-cylinder ignition coil failures — coils fail frequently due to a noted bad design. Frequency: recurrent.

Owner insights cover all generations of the Tribute.

Typical used price

Used Tribute listings typically run $3,999–$5,995 across 2001 to 2011 model years.

Other Tribute model years

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