2001 Mazda Tribute ES-v6 review from North America
"I won't buy another Tribute!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine O2 sensor failure turned on Engine check light at 50,000. Front window leaked when New, (Mazda Dealer never could find where the water was coming in). Air conditioning never cools the interior of car, have had the dealer check it at least 3 times and was unable to repair. Latest problem no compression at number one Cylinder, Mazda Dealer Recommended a Long Block, After charging $80.00 to do and engine Diagnostic on the Tribute. Asked Dealer why a car with only 61,000 miles would need a New Engine? Dealer had no answer. Mazda wants $5000.00 for a new engine. Disassembled the engine Myself found Broken Valve spring on #1 Exhaust Valve of Front Cylinder head. Valve Damaged Cylinder head and Piston. Dealer Feels Mazda has no responsibility for the Engine Failure.
General comments?
Mazda Feels They have no responsibilty to the Customer.
Buyer beware.
No more Mazda or Fords for this Customer, Family and Friends.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Year of manufacture | 2001 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L Duratec Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 3 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 61000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Camry |
| Date of Entry | 4th September, 2004 |