Is the Mazda Tribute Reliable?

Q: Is the Mazda Tribute reliable?

The Mazda Tribute scores 76/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2001–2011 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Tribute is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2011 Mazda Tribute scored highest with a reliability score of 98/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Tribute last?

With regular maintenance, most Mazda Tribute owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Tribute.

2001–2011 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

76/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

985

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

Own a Mazda Tribute? Check your specific VIN for a full history report.

Mazda Tribute Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2011	0	5	—	—	98	Excellent
2010	2	24	—	—	90	Excellent
2009	1	25	—	—	86	Excellent
2008	2	111	10	—	77	Good
2007	1	2	—	—	96	Excellent
2006	2	63	1	2	74	Good
2005	3	258	9	—	74	Good
2004	6	118	14	3	48	Fair
2003	7	131	13	—	61	Fair
2002	8	248	10	—	59	Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Tribute Compares to Similar Vehicles

Mazda Tribute76/100

Suv Category Average68/100

The Tribute scores 8 points above the average suv — a strong result.

Known Mazda Tribute Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

109

SUSPENSION

STRUCTURE:BODY

STEERING

AIR BAGS

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Based on 985 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda Tribute reliable?+

The Mazda Tribute scores 76/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 32 recall campaigns and 985 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Tribute is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2011 Tribute achieved the highest reliability score of 98/100 with 0 recalls and 5 complaints.

How many miles does a Tribute last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Mazda Tribute owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Tribute will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Mazda Tribute VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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