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Mazda Tribute repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (3%)

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Mazda Tribute brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (8%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD

40300 mi

C $200
ABS/Traction control would constantly engage. ABS Speed sensor is faulty, replaced. 

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2008 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

74800 mi Anti lock warning light 
60000 mi

US $1500
Brake booster and master cylinder replaced by dealer. Brakes were extremely spongey after an extreme panic stop. Had to pump brakes to stop. Replaced master cyl. first brakes were still flakey. Replaced brake booster and brake fluid after flushing system.  

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2008 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

56420 mi

C $600
ABS did not work 

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2006 Mazda Tribute

Engine not specified

49600 mi

C $1200
Brakes, can't recall specifics 

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2006 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

50840 mi

C $300
ABS light on, front right ABS tone ring cracked and disabling the ABS system. 
83700 mi

C $300
Front brake line failed. Had to be replaced and fluid purged and re-filled. 
69440 mi Replaced front Discs & pads 
99200 mi

A $2800
Worn pads & warped disc. 

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2005 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

158790 mi

US $341
worn front brake hoses. failed inspection. replaced, as well as rear pads 

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2005 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

96700 mi

US $500
Abs light came on, FWD light was intermittently flashing Upon evaluation, it was discovered that The speed sensor/tone ring on the left was broken, the right was not looking good, replaced both front axles 
92000 mi

US $50
front brake hoses replaced due to cracking. entire system bled. 

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2004 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

124000 mi

A $2876
Low operation or going to the floor pedal intermittent... 
101000 mi

US $130
Noisey 

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2004 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

101060 mi

C $785
Repaced front pads & rotors, 80,000km since last repair where only the pads were changed. Mechanic also noticed that all 4 flex hoses needed replacing. Rear shoes are original & still have 35% left. 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

73780 mi

C $350
loss of brake pressure - rear flex cable broke 
74400 mi

C $200
All brake flex lines replaced due to wear and tear. 
75640 mi

C $300
replaced rear shoes and drums and parking brake cables 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

56100 mi

$200
Broken computer unit. 

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2002 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

131000 mi

US $135
Master Cylinder needed to be replaced. Also brake light on passenger rear was out. 
135000 mi leaking master cylinder 

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2002 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

194000 mi

US $300
Car would not start. Neutral safety switch replaced and additional ground wire added 

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2001 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

91428 mi Rattling noise. Fixed incorrectly installed front caliper hardware, (from previous brake job at another shop.) 

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2001 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

111000 mi

US $250
Exciter rings mounting brackets for ABS brakes on both front wheels rusted apart causing my vehicle to apply it's ABS braking system even on smooth, dry driving surfaces. I removed the 40amp fuse until the exciter rings could be replaced. 
107500 mi

US $1200
abs boot replaced 

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