Mazda Tribute owners have reported 16 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's exterior lighting (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Headlight Concealment Device problems | |
| Hazard Flashing Warning Light problems | |
| Turn Signal problems |
The contact owns a 2002 Mazda Tribute. While driving at night, the contact stated that the headlights failed without warning. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The current and failure mileages were unknown. The VIN was unavailable. Read details...
Flashers came on when car was started and will not turn off. Read details...
The headlight lens cover contained high condensation, the dealer replaced the cover. Read details...
The hazard light button on the dashboard fell inboard. The button was never used/pushed as there has never been an occasion to use it. I spoke with the car dealer and he said the plastic on the inside was broken that held the button in place and was not covered under any warranty for the car. Read details...
When driving at highway speeds speedometer goes up and down. When driving and letting up on accelerator pedal, vehicle shifts into lower gear. Feels like brakes were applied very hard. Vehicle taken to dealer 3 times, cannot find cause of problem. Read details...