2008 Mazda Tribute Mazda Tribute 2008

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2008 Mazda Tribute repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (23%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (23%)

Other (0%)

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2008 Mazda Tribute body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (83%)

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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.

2008 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

93000 mi rust into the doors, the hood, wheels passage 
45000 mi

US $800
Front floorboards very wet after a rain storm. Door seal leaking. Replaced front door seals. 

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2008 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD

12400 mi Back hatch vibration. Fixed with some lube. 
18600 mi Hatch lube fixed rattle. Simple repair. 

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2008 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

28000 mi molding on back part of suv had to be replaced, was leaking during severe rain 

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2008 Mazda Tribute 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

6200 mi Electric hatch handle didn't work. It was a problem in the programming. It was fixed as soon I remarked that the hatch becomes working as soon as the delayed interior lamps shut off. 

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2008 Mazda Tribute Body Problems

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