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 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (10%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (30%)

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Chart based on 10 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

95980 mi

C $35
Knocking in sway bar end link on drivers side 
62000 mi

C $300
Front strut replacement 
74400 mi

C $200
Outer tie rod end, drivers side replaced.  
81840 mi

C $200
clunking in front end (drivers side) replaced left ball joint left outer tie rod end, sway bar links both sides 
220000 mi

US $375
Replace steering box 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L I4 4-speed automatic AWD

105000 mi

US $180
Both stab bars replaced. 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

292300 mi

US $2997
replaced tie rods, front alignment 

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2003 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

130-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual AWD

171200 mi

US $100
Drivers side rear wheel bearing replaced due to noise on turns. Replaced some rusted hardware. 
172000 mi

US $40
Power steering pressure switch failed, causing significant leak. Replaced switch. 
172000 mi

US $30
Replaced passenger sway bar link as old one separated at ball joint. 

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2003 Mazda Tribute Suspension Problems

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