POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
Your vehicle's automatic transmission gear position indicator might not work properly because a small bolt on the shift lever wasn't tightened correctly during a recent repair.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might not be able to shift gears or know what gear you're in, which could cause your vehicle to roll away when you park it, potentially hurting you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Mazda will fix this for free by checking the transmission and tightening or replacing the shift lever bolt, if needed. You just need to contact them to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Tribute vehicles manufactured February 9, 2007 to April 22, 2008. The affected vehicles have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair part transmissions have a shift lever bolt that may not be properly tightened. As a result, the shift control lever could disengage from the transmission without warning.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the shift lever disengages from the transmission, a driver may be unable to shift gear positions and the indicated shift position may not represent the gear position the vehicle is in. Should a disengagement occur while the vehicle is being driven, when the driver goes to stop and park the vehicle, the gear selection indicator may show that the transmission is in the "PARK" position, but the vehicle transmission may not actually be in the "PARK" gear position. If the vehicle is not in the "PARK" position there is a risk the vehicle will roll away as the driver and other occupants exit the vehicle or anytime thereafter. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of injury to exiting occupants and bystanders.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission and if necessary tighten the manual shift lever bolt or replace the manual shift lever assembly, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8815J.
Your vehicle's steering torque sensor might not work properly, which could cause the power steering assist to fail.
Risk if Unfixed
Without power steering assist, you might need to use more effort to steer the vehicle, especially at slow speeds, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Mazda will update the software for the power steering control module and instrument cluster module for free, and if your vehicle shows signs of a problem, the affected components will also be replaced for free.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7614E.
The engine cover on your Tribute is the part that protects the engine's underside. In some older models, it's not quite clear of the speed control cable, which could get stuck and cause a problem.
Risk if Unfixed
If the throttle gets stuck, your vehicle could speed up uncontrollably and be hard to stop. This could lead to a serious crash, injury, or even a fatal accident.
Free Fix
Your Mazda dealer will fix this by adjusting the engine cover to give it more clearance, and it's completely free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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 crucial part that helps your wheels turn smoothly. The affected wheel bearings in your 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, or 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner were made with the wrong dimensions.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're using these defective bearings, it could make it harder to steer and brake your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the defective wheel bearing with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
Your 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid's hybrid propulsion system has a potential issue with the coolant pump. This pump helps keep the hybrid electronics cool.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails, the hybrid electronics can overheat, causing the powertrain to shut down and potentially leading to a stall, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Mazda is fixing the problem for you at no cost. Dealers will replace the original coolant pump with a new, improved one.
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Original — What Happened
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 10, 2006, to May 23, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail, resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7814I.
