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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2007 Mazda Tribute recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2007 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

All Mazda Tribute recalls (every year)

Recall campaigns
1
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
4
Latest campaign
Jun 3, 2015

Recall summary by component1

NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Suspension1Jun 3, 2015

Safety recalls1

NHTSA recalls data · as of 2026-10-26
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Jun 3, 2015Latest campaign
Jun 3, 201515E045000

Suspension: front wheel bearing

Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 15E045000
What's wrong
The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner vehicles. The affected wheel bearings have incorrect dimensions of a 42mm bore, 76mm outer dimension, and 39mm width, instead of a 42mm bore, 78mm outer dimension and a 45mm width.
Risk
Use of an incorrectly sized wheel bearing can adversely affect the braking and steering of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer service at 1-866-984-6536.
Campaign
NHTSA 15E045000 · Jun 3, 2015
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component4

NHTSA complaints data · as of 2026-10-26
4Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Vehicle speed control250000
Fuel system, gasoline125000
Power train125000
Service brakes, air:disc:rotor125000
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor125000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Power train

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2008 mazda tribute (n/a). The contact stated that the engine rpms increased and the vehicle shifted hard upon initial start-up. The wrench warning icon illuminated while the failure occurred.”

    Filed 08/14/2013 · ODI 10535270
  • Vehicle speed control

    “Tl* the contact owns a 2007 mazda tribute. The contact received notification for nhtsa campaign id number: 12v357000 (vehicle speed control:cables) and contacted the dealer to secure an appointment for repairs.”

    Filed 09/11/2012 · ODI 10475036
  • Vehicle speed control

    “I have a mazda tribute 2007 that has a gas pedal that sticks. I have taken it to the dealership 2 times and am told there is nothing wrong with the car.”

    Filed 10/15/2010 · ODI 10360682

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2007 Mazda Tribute recall questions

How many recalls does the 2007 Mazda Tribute have?

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2007 Mazda Tribute. The most recent, 15E045000 (reported June 3, 2015), concerns suspension. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2007 Mazda Tribute?

Vehicle speed control is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 4 filed with NHTSA (50%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2007 Mazda Tribute?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mazda recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Mazda dealer.

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