Gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve) Problems of Mazda Tribute

The contact owns a 2004 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle lost power and began to shake violently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the catalytic converter failed and damaged the egr valve. The mechanic stated that the catalytic converter system would have to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximately failure mileage was 114,000.

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After coming to a stop at an uphill grade--approx a 20 degree incline, as soon as the brake is released, the vehicle rolls backwards. The only means to prevent the vehicle from rolling back is to press on the brake again or to immediately press hard on the gas pedal. However, although the vehicle eventually starts moving uphill, there is a significant amount of backward travel prior to the engine producing enough power to overcome the backward roll. This is a safety concern since there might be vehicles directly behind me when this occurs. Fortunately, I have not had to stop at any steep grades that might cause the vehicle to rollback faster and further and possibly causing an accident.

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Egr valve blew out, replaced, replacement valve blew out within 24 hours of repair and within 30 total minutes of vehicle operation from repair.

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I've owned this vehicle for a little over 2 years and it has been to the dealer for repairs 7 times now. No one can seem to find the reason why the check engine light stays on, why the fuel consumption is so poor, why the vehicle shifts constantly and for no reason at all, or why the vehicle "shudders" when the engine is on. The check fuel cap light has come on twice and the same part replaced twice. The canister close valve and idle air control valve have both failed. I have spent money on a fuel induction service because it was recommended by the service dealer. I had the transmission flushed because of a technical service bulletin for the torque converter - a problem that had to be identified by aamco and told to Mazda before they would try to fix the problem. I have called Mazda customer service and got anything but customer service. My problems began long before the warranty had expired; however, Mazda could care less about their lack of ability to fix ongoing problems. This vehicle is a life-safety hazard and needs to be recalled completely, not part by part. I will never buy a Mazda again. This is my third and last. The Tribute is by far the worst thing ever manufactured by Mazda. They should be embarassed to have this model on the road!.

Engine has stalled out a total of 3 times. The 1st time was on 6/16/02 after completing a 80 degree turn on a 2 lane road. Had no power brakes or power steering. Was able to make it off the road. Engine started immediately. Very scary experience. The 2nd time was on 7/29/02. Took car to the dealership. They ordered some parts. On 8/14/02 took car back to dealership to replace the engine sensor, air flow sensor, and map sensor. On 8/19/02, the car stalled out for the 3rd time. On 8/20/02, took the car to dealership and picked up a loaner car. As of 9/02/02, I have not heard a word as to when my car will be fixed. According to the dealership, they are waiting for Mazda corporation to post new software to correct the stalling problem. Mazda needs to take care of this problem. In the 2001 models, this stalling problem has been going on for almost 2 years. In the 2002 models, it has been almost a year. Mazda needs to recall these cars before someone is seriously injuried or is killed.

On two different occasions while driving 40 mph engine shut down with no warning. Ricart automotive has worked on truck, checking codes and egr system. Second time they replaced pass air control valve and associated gaskets. *akthe first time the dealer replaced the air control valve. The second incident, the computer was reprogrammed.

When driving at any speed engine cuts off, causing steering and brakes to lock up. Driver has to let vehicle sit a few moments and then restart the ignition. Dealer has seen vehicle several times and cant fix it. Consumer stated that automatic windows malfunctioned. Coolant light cames on and dealer determined that there was leak in coolant bottle. The engine light cames on due to exhaust gas recirculation valve failure.

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Vehicle stalls at slow speeds, usually below 40 mph. Dealer replaced egr sensor. Consumer stated that replacing the egr sensor did not correct the problem.

Vehicle stalled, lost all power and almost caused an accident. Contacted dealer. Cannot duplicate problem. Consumer stated the dealer replaced an egr valve and boost sensor, however the vehicle continues to stall, also the check engine light illuminated.

The egr sensor was contaminated from exhaust condensation resulting in the check engine light illuminating. Nlm.