Mazda Tribute owners have reported 2 problems related to axle shaft (under the power train category).
Axle Shaft problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
1
Noise from front end thought to be from brakes occurred intermittently since 2003. Eventually became worse during summer of 2005. Finally diagnosed as right front drive axle - either bent or misaligned. When finally found vehicle was 'out or warranty.
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Axle Shaft problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
2 While driving, the vehicle stalled with out warning due to a defective pcm. Also, the main bearing in the transmission failed.