2003 Mazda Tribute Mazda Tribute 2003

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2003 Mazda Tribute repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (0%)

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2003 Mazda Tribute body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

133000 mi

US $135
All side panels came unglued and cloth fell off door panels 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

49000 mi Face plate of stereo head unit was replaced under warranty, due to a bad LCD display. 
102000 mi

US $1500
Rust: Left and right rear doglegs, right rocker panel 100%. 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

170000 mi Rust hole in rear wheel well and quarter panel. Covered with duct tape for now. 
172000 mi

US $350
4 New winter tires installed(General Altimax Arctic), rim corrosion repaired and rims refinished. 
173000 mi

US $5
Drivers side rocker panel and rear wheel well rusting. Cleaned up area, treated with Fluid Film, and covered with duct tape. 

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2003 Mazda Tribute Body Problems

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