Mazda Tribute owners have reported 1 problem related to front suspension hub (under the suspension category).
1. Increased vibration and noise coming from the wheel area. Vibrations transmitted up through steering wheel and even through brake / acceleration pedals. Vehicle had approx 70k miles on odometer. 2. The failure was in the left front wheel spindle bearings. 3. Both front wheel spindle and bearings replaced.
See all problems of the 2002 Mazda Tribute.