The speed control cable in your 2001-2006 and 2008 Tribute with a 3.0L V6 engine is connected to the engine cover. If it's not properly spaced, the cable could get stuck, causing your accelerator to get stuck too.
Risk if Unfixed
If the throttle gets stuck, your vehicle could reach extremely high speeds. You'll struggle to stop or slow down, which could lead to a serious crash, severe injury, or even death.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will adjust the clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable to prevent the throttle from getting stuck. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Remedy parts are now available. The safety recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6.
The wheel bearing in your vehicle is a critical component that helps your front wheels turn smoothly. The bearings in question have the wrong size, which could affect how your wheels respond to steering and braking.
Risk if Unfixed
If your wheel bearing is the wrong size, it could make it harder to steer and brake your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, especially when you're driving at high speeds or making sharp turns.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the incorrect wheel bearing with a properly sized one, at no cost to you. You should have your vehicle repaired as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
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 Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
A safety feature in your vehicle's front seat headrest may not meet safety standards, potentially putting you at risk in a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're in a crash, you could get hurt.
Free Fix
We'll fix it for free by modifying a part above the headliner in your vehicle, and you can contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500 starting May 31, 2006.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITHOUT SIDE AIR CURTAINS OR MOON ROOFS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING TESTING, THE FREE MOTION HEAD FORM REGISTERED A MEASUREMENT ABOVE THE PERMITTED LIMIT AT THE LEFT HAND A-PILLAR TRIM AREA.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY TO OCCUPANTS MAY OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL MAKE MODIFICATIONS TO THE ENERGY ABSORBING MATERIAL LOCATED ABOVE THE HEADLINER IN THE AFFECTED AREA FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
The latch system on your SUV's rear liftgate helps keep it shut. But in some 2001-2005 models, the latch might not hold up in case of a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
If the latch fails, your liftgate could swing open during a crash, which could cause injury or damage.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will replace the liftgate latch parts for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible and contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500 for more information.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN 2004-2005 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND CERTAIN 2001-2003 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLE HAVING REAR LIFTGATE COMPONENTS SERVICED WITH 2004 EQUIVALENT COMPONENTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 206, 'DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS.' THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCHING SYSTEM DOES NOT MEET THE INERTIA LOAD REQUIREMENT IN ONE DIRECTION.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE LIFTGATE IS LEFT UNLOCKED, THERE IS THE POTENTIAL THAT IT MAY OPEN DURING A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH RELEASE ROD, THE RELEASE ROD ATTACHMENT CLIP AND THE DOOR HANDLE RETURN SPRING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
