2003 Mazda Tribute recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2003 Mazda Tribute. The most recent was reported on April 4, 2014.

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Recalls at a glance

Date	Campaign	Part	Vehicles
April 4, 2014	14V-174	Structure: frame and members	109,000

Recall details

Structure: frame and members

April 4, 2014 · Mazda Motor Corp. · Campaign 14V-174

What is wrong: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 Tribute vehicles manufactured May 22, 2000, through December 19, 2003, originally sold, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. These vehicles may experience excessive corrosion at the forward attachment of the lower control arm.

Risk: A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install a newly designed reinforcement cross-brace, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7514D.

Other model years of the Mazda Tribute

2010 (2)2009 (1)2008 (3)2004 (1)2002 (1)2001 (1)

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Mazda Tribute have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign since 2013 that include the 2003 Mazda Tribute, the most recent reported on April 4, 2014. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2003 Mazda Tribute?

Structure (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 1 of the 1 campaign listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.