Does the 2005 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, vehicle speed control, engine and engine cooling, seats, latches/locks/linkages. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2005 Mazda Tribute recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Mazda Tribute?

377 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2005 Mazda Tribute recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2005 Mazda Tribute. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your Mazda been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. Recall repairs are free.

2005 Mazda Tribute recalls, newest first

June 3, 2015NHTSA 15E045000576 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Wheel bearing

Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed

Summary: 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.
Consequence: Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 27, 2012NHTSA 12V357000217,500 vehicles potentially affected

Vehicle speed control › Cables

Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
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.
Components: Vehicle speed control › Cables; Engine and engine cooling

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 12, 2006NHTSA 06V11600023,100 vehicles potentially affected

Seats › Front assembly › Head restraint

Summary: 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.
Consequence: In the event of a vehicle crash, personal injury to occupants may occur.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 23, 2004NHTSA 04V60500049,800 vehicles potentially affected

Latches/locks/linkages › Hatchback/liftgate › Lock

Summary: 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.
Consequence: If the liftgate is left unlocked, there is the potential that it may open during a crash.
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 377 complaints about the 2005 Mazda Tribute with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported: 16
Fires reported: 4
Injuries reported: 13
Deaths reported: 0

Most complained-about components

Suspension134
Structure › Body107
Vehicle speed control75
Service brakes25
Engine23

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Questions

Does the 2005 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?: 4 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, vehicle speed control, engine and engine cooling, seats, latches/locks/linkages. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2005 Mazda Tribute recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Mazda dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 Mazda Tribute?: 377 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.