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2006 Mazda Tribute repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (21%)

Suspension and Steering (25%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2006 Mazda Tribute repair cost distribution

$2500+ (5%)

$1000 - $2499 (21%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (37%)

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Mazda Tribute

Engine not specified

Mazda Tribute in New Brunswick, Canada
Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
Oct 2013

49600 mi

C $1200
Brakes, can't recall specifics 
Apr 2014

49600 mi

C $300
Muffler. Tire alignment. 

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2006 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

Mazda Tribute in South Australia, Australia
Aug 2015 - Jul 2022
Sep 2015

69440 mi
Replaced front Discs & pads 
Jun 2017

94860 mi

A $94
Worn D bushes...replaced. 
Sep 2017

99200 mi

A $2800
Replace leaking power steering pump Replaced water pump- slow leak developing. Worn pads & warped disc. 
Sep 2018

111600 mi

A $250
Hard starting, backfiring. 
Mazda Tribute in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2011 - Mar 2018
Jul 2012

50840 mi

C $300
Front stabilizer bars were creaking when turning. They were worn and had to be replaced. ABS light on, front right ABS tone ring cracked and disabling the ABS system. 
May 2013

59820 mi

C $1200
AC hose leak. Hose rubbed on the side of the engine and wore a whole requiring replacement and recharge. Replaced manifold pressure sensor 
May 2016

74400 mi

C $500
Replace rear shocks, rubber shock pad broke off. 
Jan 2018

83700 mi

C $300
Front brake line failed. Had to be replaced and fluid purged and re-filled. 
Mazda Tribute in Florida, United States
Nov 2007 - Sep 2018
Dec 2011

76000 mi

US $1903
transmission repair - planetary, etc 
Oct 2013

100300 mi

US $2000
Replace torque converter 
Mar 2014

105000 mi

US $300
coils 
May 2014

106000 mi
battery failed 
Jul 2015

124000 mi

US $500
replaced tie rod end replaced headlights 
Jun 2018

172000 mi

US $500
coils 

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2006 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual AWD

Mazda Tribute in British Columbia, Canada
Jan 2008 - Dec 2013
Aug 2008

13640 mi
Replaced horn. 
May 2009

16740 mi
TSB for hydraulic pressure spike in power steering system which could cause a "clunk" in certain situations. New & updated hose was installed and "clunk" is gone. 

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2006 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Mazda Tribute in Ohio, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2016
Apr 2015

136000 mi

US $29
Appeared to use oil. Inspection revealed valve cover gasket failed due to age. Replaced gasket kit. 

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2006 Mazda Tribute Repair Histories

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