2004 MAZDA TRIBUTE Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2004 Mazda Tribute has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a lower control arm that can separate from the frame and a throttle cable that can stick wide open, both of which can cause a loss of vehicle control. The lower control arm issue primarily affects vehicles registered in northern and mid-Atlantic states where road salt accelerates corrosion, and separation can result in sudden loss of steering. The throttle concern only affects Tributes with the 3.0L V6 engine and cruise control: if the accelerator is fully or nearly fully depressed, the throttle can stick, making it difficult to slow or stop the vehicle. The third recall involves the rear liftgate latch, which may not hold closed during a severe collision if the liftgate is left in the unlocked position.