Table 1 shows six common electrical system related problems of the 2005 Mazda Tribute. The number one most common problem is related to the electrical system (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition coils failure (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Electrical System problems | |
| Ignition Coils Failure problems | |
| Ignition Switch problems | |
| Starter problems | |
| Wiring problems | |
| Alternator/generator/regulator problems |
The contact owns a 2005 Mazda Tribute. The failure first occurred when the vehicle was purchased in 2012. While driving at low speeds, the motherboard blew out. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical issue with the computer and three cylinders Read details...
The vehicle was initially in the shop to repain shock tower on the right rear which was completed rusted out, that expense cost $1200, within the week, while driving 40mph, the check engine light came on, then the abs light, then the car began to slow to a stop. Read details...
The contact owns a 2005 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose power and stall on several occasions. The contact turned off and reset the computer by restarting the vehicle each time the failure recurred. Read details...