Mazda Tribute owners have reported 22
problems related to cruise control (under the vehicle speed control category).
Cruise Control problem of the 2006 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 05/04/2015
The contact owns a 2006 Mazda Tribute. While driving at 60 mph, the contact disengaged the cruise control and attempted to accelerate. The contact noticed that the accelerator pedal independently depressed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 129,592.
Cruise Control problem of the 2008 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 03/26/2014
While driving on the interstate, I glanced down to see I was going 75mph. When I backed off the gas, the car did not slow down. It kept going to 75 mph even though I was not using cruise control. I managed to apply the breaks hard enough to slow the car down and get to the side of the road. (it took all my weight on the break to slow it down) I had the car towed where the dealer said the only thing they could find was that the rubber mat was wedged under the gas pedal. (I specifically remember sticking my foot under the pedal and lifting it upward in an attempt to stop the acceleration and slow the car. ) the mats are heavy duty and do not slide around or bunch up.
Cruise Control problem of the 2005 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 09/14/2013
I received this car from my deceased parents about 3 years ago. There has been numerous occasions that my gas pedal has stuck either while I'm stopped and try to go or if I am shifting gears. This is very dangerous if my gas pedal is sticking. It happened 3 times September 14, 2013 within a 10 min period on the drive out to my son's soccer game. I have 2 stop signs and 4 stop lights between that area and the gas pedal stuck at one light and both stop signs. On other occasions my cruise control has revved up when trying to turn it off and it has also just gotten stuck. That could be very dangerous when trying to slow down for traffic ahead.
Cruise Control problem of the 2003 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 01/21/2013
Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced in November 2012 under NHTSA campaign id number: 12v357000 (speed control) however, prior to the repair, the contact had no issues with sudden acceleration. The contact was traveling at an unknown speed with the cruise control activated. The brakes were depressed and the cruise control activation light was turned off however, the vehicle did not decelerate. The contact mentioned that with the brakes still depressed, he was able to move into the emergency lane and stop the vehicle. The engine rpms continued to excessively fluctuate as if the contact was still driving and at rapid speeds. The contact powered the vehicle on and off several times before it would perform normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was told that the dealer could not duplicate the failure. There were no repairs performed on the vehicle. The manufacturer was contacted but confirmed that the vehicle could not be repaired because the failure could not be diagnosed. The contact believed that either the recall repair was ineffective or was performed improperly. The failure mileage was 94,500 and the current mileage was 96,400. Kmj.
Cruise Control problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 10/10/2012
Dealer disconnected cruise control and has not notified of replacing the part and a Ford dealer I know can get the part in 1 week. Why hasn't the recall been accomplished by this philadelphia Mazda dealer.
Cruise Control problem of the 2003 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 07/23/2012
The contact owns a 2003 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph with the cruise control engaged, she applied the brakes but the vehicle did not decelerate. The contact also stated that the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was applied. The contact had to apply repeated pressure to the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The contact stop and restarted the vehicle, but the failure continued. The vehicle was towed to a dealer for an inspection and the cause of the failure was unknown. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls addressing the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Cruise Control problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 06/12/2012
I've noticed in the past 2-3 months that the vehicle continues to accelerate when I take my foot off the acceleration pedal. It cause me to apply extreme pressure to the brakes to slow the vehicle down. Also, the few times I have tried to use the cruise control feature on the highway it does not work. I am not able to lock it in at a given speed. . . . Say 72 mph. I have given this vehicle to my son and now I am see reports that this might cause Mazda to do a recall. I would suggest that Mazda must issue a recall on this problem as soon as possible before more people are injured or killed.
Cruise Control problem of the 2009 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 05/30/2012
The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated while driving with the cruise control engaged, the speed increased from 70 to 80 mph six times. The contact stated the vehicle accelerated as if it were going down hill and would then shift out of gear. The contact made four attempts to disengage the cruise control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated there was no defect. The contact stated the failure only occurred high speeds and never happened while driving at lower speeds. The failure and current mileage was 22,848. Updated 06/29/12
the consumer stated while going up hill, the vehicle downshifted. He disengaged the cruise control. Updated 07/09/12.
Cruise Control problem of the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 05/09/2009
2001 Tribute was in cruise control cresting a hill when traffic slowed, I applied the brakes but soon realized that not only was the car still in cruise, but that the engine was beginning to race and I was having to brake hard. I was able to get to the shoulder and placed the car into neutral whereupon the engine revved so high that it shut itself down. I had it towed to my mechanic who was unable to find anything wrong with the car. I feared the worst but some system shut the engine down before it self-destructed.
Cruise Control problem of the 2004 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 02/03/2007
I was driving on a freeway (4 lane - 65 mph speed limit) on the afternoon of 2/3/2007 with my cruise control set to 65 mph. I noticed that I was speeding up, and within a short time, my speed had climbed to about 90 mph. At first, I thought this was a malfunction of my speed control, but after touching the brake and turning the speed control off, it continued to go about 90 mph. At this time, I noticed an exit coming up in about 1 mile - so I kept touching the break to keep the speed about 75-80 and when I approached the exit, shut off the car and coasted to the top of the ramp. With the car safely stopped, I was able to get the car towed to a service station, where the mechanic pulled off the air filter assembly going into what I think is a throttle chamber and found a large piece of ice holding either the choke or throttle causing the problem. It is important to note that the temperatures that day were very cold - about 10 degrees f. Below zero. After removing the ice and cleaning out the chamber with silicon, and allowing it to warm up for about 15 minutes - everything was okay. I should note that I had taken the vehicle into the local Mazda dealer about a month earlier because I noticed the throttle was sticking - they serviced it and it seemed to be okay, until the incident on 2/3/07. When I called the Mazda dealership, they told me that there was a safety recall on the throttle assembly, but they showed this part had been replaced already. I am concerned that ice can build up in this area and the same thing will happen again, whenever it is cold out. I haven't seen another similar complaint, but thought it would be a good idea to document this - this could have easily caused a major accident.
Cruise Control problem of the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 06/26/2006
Driver accelerated, with pedal, while cruise control was set at 70 mph. Removing foot from accelerator pedal and applying the brake did not seem to disengage the cruise; "the engine seemed to surge". The cruise control off button also seemed to have no effect on the cruise. The resistance in the brake pedal increased and engine continued to surge as the vehicle speed was decreased to around 50 mph. Driver shifted into neutral; the engine rpm shot up. Driver then shifted into progressively lower gears and applied the brake until vehicle stopped. Driver then shifted into park, and shut off the engine. Smoke was coming out of the engine compartment. Vehicle was towed and determined to have a blown engine. Owner alleges that Mazda dealer (flow Mazda in fayetteville) stated that there is recall campaign (00v-210 002) for this issue, but that her vehicle is not covered due to her vehicle's build date. Per relevant 573, the effected build date range is Ford's kcap 4/17/00 through 7/24/00; subject vehicle build date is unknown. VIN range is 4f2******1km00137 through 4f2******1km11634. Owner's VIN is 4f2cu09101km05648. Owner alleges to never have received an owner notification for this recall.
Cruise Control problem of the 2003 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 05/02/2006
: the contact stated while driving about 30 mph, with accelerator pressure applied, the accelerator pedal pulled to the floor without warning. The vehicle accelerated at a high speed onto the highway. The contact attempted to disengage the accelerator pedal by pumping the pedal several times without success. The vehicle slowly responded to brake pressure and the vehicle was placed in park. While parked, the engine revved until the ignition was turned off. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who determined the casing on the cruise control cracked which caused the cruise control cable to stick, although the cruise control was not engaged at that time. The dealer replaced the cruise control casing and cables which corrected the problem. The valve cover and gasket were replaced. Updated 07/07/06.
Cruise Control problem of the 2006 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 04/01/2006
I bought new Mazda Tribute in 1/17/2006 first time driving in cruise control on freeway suddenly my cruise control not working in the middle of the freeway, luckily chp officer was there with in minute he help me. . . . My mileage was only 2300 something this is really crazy thing because I have wife and 3 year old daughter in the SUV. . . . I called Mazda they said they can not help because 7:20pm on Saturday. . And I have 50,000 mile warranty plus 24x7 days a week road side assistance also,,,so what happened all the assistance. . . . If police officer not their right time it's going to be national news big chain accident in fremont 680 northbound yesterday. . . . Thank mr. Chp officer. . . I buy this SUV from almaden Mazda san jose. . . Careful guy's with the dealers. . .
Cruise Control problem of the 2006 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 04/01/2006
I bought new Mazda Tribute v#4f2yz02z3614682 in January 17th 2006, yesterday 04/01/2006 when I driving Tribute with my wife and my daughter 3 years old going north bond from freemont to livermore, I did not try cruise control so far so I turned on cruise control after 2 minutes my Tribute not going forward, I was in 2nd line from left,,,,keep giving gas to move forward because I am in the middle of the free way. . . But gas pedal all the way down and my Tribute not moving any way,,,slowly I maintain pull over left side in emergency area stopped. . . Thank you mr. Chp office within minute he was there,,,I was very scared because I have 3 years old baby in the SUV. . . And my wife. . This is first time happened with me,,,so I don't no what to do. . . It's going to be big chain accident but everybody controlled safely. . . Then I called 1800 Mazda roadside assistance because I have 50,000 thousand miles warranty and 24 hours 7 days a week roadside assistance. . They said they can not help because Saturday and time was 7:20pm. . . . . . So how can I go and how I get help. . . What every they(Mazda) promised me at the time buying it's not true and cheating with the consumer. . . . The chp officer help me to call tow truck and I went to fremont Mazda dealer but nobody was there. . . This is not fair with the play with the consumer we paid the money for service. . . And middle of the freeway with wife and 3 years daughter how I am going to handle. . They said I am getting any time any thing wrong on the roadside they give us loaner car. . . I ask how I am going to home the Mazda people said take the taxi. . I am really upset about Mazda customer service and they promise me one thing they did one thing. . . . And my mileage not more than 2300 miles. . . So what happened the warranty they say 24 hours 7 days a week, road side assistance. . . . Please I need help and justify. . .
Cruise Control problem of the 2006 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 04/01/2006
Mazda Tribute
cruise control failure
engine problems
my name nageswar karri
I have a Mazda Tribute, 2006 model. After 2500 miles,first time I tried cruise control for 2 minute then my car can not go forward on the free way in the middle of the freeway I try to pull over but I couldn't slowly I pull over left line. I have 3 years baby in my Tribute I was scared. I called Mazda 1800 number the answer is they can not do anything because Saturday, and I have full coverage 50,000 miles bumper to bumper and new SUV. Thank for chp officer stopped and he help me to call tow truck to nearest Mazda dealer. I don't understand what is the customer service for Mazda. . They said 24 hours 7 days a week road side assistance?. . Where is the assistance that time 7:00pm. . . I really get mad because I have 3 years daughter in my SUV. . . It is crazy. . . .
Cruise Control problem of the 2003 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 01/26/2006
: the contact stated while the cruise control is engaged, if the accelerator is gently applied the pedal pulled down to the floor. The vehicle suddenly lurched forward. The contact pulled over and placed the vehicle in neutral. With the acceleration subdued, the engine was turned off and on, but the accelerator pedal remained on the floor. The vehicle was seen by a dealer, but the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle was seen by a secondary dealer. Although the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem as well, the dealer replaced the accelerator cable and cruise control. The vehicle has not been driven to determine if this repair remedied the problem.
Cruise Control problem of the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 09/25/2005
I was shopping at the local walmart with my wife, who was driving the vehicle. We were parked in the walmart parking lot. On leaving, she engaged the car in drive and began to ease out of the parking space. The car suddenly surged forward and she was unable to stop it even though she was applying the brakes very hard. This had happened to me several times before but always in a place that was safe and where I could bring the car to a stop. It always happened as I was moving from a parked position. On this occasion, it was not safe, and we crashed into another car. The Tribute was damaged at a cost of $5,000 to repair. The other car also had extensive damages. I asked the dealer who repaired the car to examine the cruise control and accelerator pedal for a defect. He only told me that it looked "normal". My wife is afraid to drive this car now and I have a lot of apprehension when I first start the car and begin to drive. I think that there must be a subtle defect in either the cruise control or the accelerator that causes this unexpected surge when first starting from a parked position.
Cruise Control problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 03/15/2005
Turning the wheel, particularly, the driver's side, results in a squealing noise. The dealer said it was the left rack and pinion and that it is not a safety issue. He also stated that "it may work itself out" or you can have it repaired for $810. Several days later I receive this "special service reminder" requring my immediate attention and saying that the "following repair and/or service needs to be performed on your vehicle. " a couple of weeks prior to the incident, the dealer had performed a recall to replace the cruise cable.
Cruise Control problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 09/09/2004
Consumer had the speed control function on. While driving at 75 mph vehicle suddenly accelerated up to 90 mph. Brakes were applied to decelerate vehicle which deactivated the cruise control.
Cruise Control problem of the 2002 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 06/25/2002
While driving 40 mph, engine check light came on, then vehicle stalled. Vehicle restarted and taken to dealer for inspection. Repairs per dealer: completed repair procedures per bulletin. The control unit already contained the latest programming. The engine idle speed was reset and the throttle sensor voltage. Relearned the idle and rechecked.
Cruise Control problem of the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 06/04/2002
While going 35-40mph down long hill engine quit. Steering and brakes failed. Consumer doesn't remember if dashboard lights illuminated. Vehicle coasted down hill while standing on the brakes to stop. This was the first time vehicle experienced the problem. Dealer rplaced bypass air control vavle due to vehicle idling too low. Please provide more information.
Cruise Control problem of the 2001 Mazda Tribute
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Failure Date: 06/01/2002
May 23, 2002 - cruise control stopped working. Light on console comes on but doesn't engage. June 01, 2002 - lost all power while going approx 35 mph around a slight curve. Pulled to the side, put in neutral and started again.
Other Common Vehicle Speed Control related problems of Mazda Tribute
Cruise Control problem of the 2006 Mazda Tribute
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