2006 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mazda Tribute — Vehicle speed control: cables
Published July 27, 2012 · Recall initiated: July 27, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V357000, published July 27, 2012. Recalling firm: Mazda Motor Corp.; 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mazda Tribute — Vehicle speed control: cables.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MAZDA
- Model
- TRIBUTE
- Manufacturer
- Mazda Motor Corp.
- Lot
- 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2001 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2002 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2005 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2004 MAZDA TRIBUTE | 2008 MAZDA TRIBUTE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mazda Tribute — Vehicle speed control: cables recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V357000 on July 27, 2012. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MAZDA. Model: TRIBUTE.