Component
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Manufacturer
Mazda North American Operations
What Happened
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.
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