Automatic Transmission Control Module problems of the 2005 Mazda Tribute

Vehicle with odometer ~102500 miles lost all power climbing a bridge at highway speed causing following traffic to stop abruptly. Engine re-started but runs rough due to misfire, accelerates poorly. Diagnosed by Mazda dealer as pcm failure. Estimated replacement cost = $2600 usd which makes this failure a total loss of this vehicle. This is a widely known and experienced issue among 2001 - 2006 Mazda Tributes for this Ford manufactured engine. Side note, class action suit filed against Ford motor company for same issues with 5. 1l engines.

Running rough, stalling at lights, replaced ignition coils, new ignition coils failed, further diagnosis, pcm causing failure.

The contact owns a 2005 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while traveling 65 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The contact managed to merge to the side of the road where the vehicle was towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that the pcm failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted about the issue. The failure and current mileages were 87,900. The VIN was not available.