Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2005 Mazda Tribute
NHTSA data on file today
The 2005 Mazda Tribute has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 377 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #15E045000 Front Wheel Bearing has Wrong Dimensions NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #12V357000 Speed Control Cable Connector Interference NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #06V116000 FMVSS 201/UPPER INTERIOR HEAD IMPACT NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #04V605000 MAZDA/FMVSS 206/LIFTGATE LATCH NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Suspension 137 complaints
- Structure 126 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 85 complaints
- Power Train 24 complaints
- Engine 23 complaints
- Wheels 22 complaints
Of the 377 complaints on file, 16 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 377 complaints, owners report 13 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $6,500–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2005 Mazda Tribute has a below-average reliability rating due to a high number of owner complaints, particularly related to suspension and structural issues. With 377 complaints and 4 recalls, the data suggests frequent problems, especially with suspension and speed control systems.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| suspension | 50,000–80,000 miles | $300–$1,500 | very common |
| vehicle speed control | 60,000–90,000 miles | $200–$1,000 | common |
| structure | 50,000–80,000 miles | $250–$1,200 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad and rotor replacement
- Tire rotation and alignment
- Coolant system flush
- Transmission fluid change
- Replace air filters
- Inspect and replace belts
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual suspension noises
- Stuck throttle pedal
- Vibrations at high speeds
- Difficulty steering
- Uneven tire wear
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2005 Mazda Tribute at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.