2002 Mazda Tribute LX V6 AWD review from North America
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine "broke" suddenly at 48,500 miles. Mechanic says it is a broken piston, though it is too expensive to take apart to verify. A used engine with 13K will replace it at a cost of $3200.
General comments?
I have owned 3 Mazdas and no problems until now. It is obviously Ford's faulty design, and Mazda's fault for allowing itself to be associated with Ford. No more Fords or Mazdas.
The vehicle's warranty is expired because of age. If it weren't 6 years old it was still less than the standard warranty's mileage limits.
Mazda customer service is terrible, as is the only nearby dealer at 200+ miles away.
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| 2001 - Tribute ES-V6 3.0L 24v V6 It's a Ford Escape with a new face and a Mazda badge! =) |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Duratec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 6 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 39000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 49000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Colorado |
| Date of Entry | 2nd June, 2008 |