Table 1 shows four common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2001 Mazda Tribute. The number one most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the door latch (27 problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
The inside driver side door handle of my 2001 Mazda Tribute completely stopped functioning. This was sudden, without warning, and permanent. The only way to open the door at this point is to roll down the window and open the door using the outside door handle. Read details...
2001 Mazda Tribute-pulled on the interior door hand to exit vehicle and it broke. Now we have to roll down the window and open the door from the outside, then roll the window back up. If we got into an accident I may not be able to exit the vehicle safely, huge hazard. Read details...
The contact owns a 2001 Mazda Tribute. The vehicle identification number was excluded from recall # 04v605000(latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/lift-gate:lock); however, the lift-gate on the vehicle was not properly secured. No repairs were made. The failure mileage was 163,000. Read details...