MYRModel Year Report

2010 Mazda Tribute

▲ Better than typical
2010 Mazda Tribute
RENDERED 2026-09-17T01:53:47.529Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Mazda Tribute Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2010 highlighted. 2000: 5 complaints 2000 2001: 563 complaints 2002: 384 complaints 2002 2003: 199 complaints 2004: 157 complaints 2004 2005: 377 complaints 2006: 130 complaints 2006 2007: 4 complaints 2008: 202 complaints 2008 2009: 35 complaints 2010: 39 complaints 2010 2011: 7 complaints 2011
2010: 39 complaints
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YearComplaints
20005
2001563
2002384
2003199
2004157
2005377
2006130
20074
2008202
200935
201039
20117

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

POWER TRAIN 33%

33% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.

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I PURCHASED A 2010 MAZDA I GRAND TOURING 10/21/09. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL WAS DEFECTIVE BY 10/24/09. THE DEALER COULD NOT GET THE PART . I WAS TOLD THAT THE CAR WAS TOO NEW.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100501

Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)

A PROBLEM HAS DEVELOPED WITH MY 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE PURCHASED NOV. 2010 SYMPTOM OF WHICH IS A SQUEAL EMANATING FROM THE BACK END UPON ACCELERATION FROM A FULL STOP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100413

STEERING 28%

28% of complaints: steering — 11 distinct reports on file.

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Two years ago my vehicle started loosing electrical power steering.. there is a recall for this issue… my vehicle was not experiencing this issue at the time of the recall.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250427

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT DROVE SLOWLY AND PARKED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180130

ENGINE 18%

18% of complaints: engine — 7 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 15%

15% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 6 distinct reports on file.

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Everytime I fill the car up with gas it does this thing where I lose power when I stop or when I turn the wheel. So I have to stop and start the car. Its very dangerous because it has cut off while I was making a turn.

NHTSA ODI report, 20251020

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE WITH 57K ON IT JUST DIED WHILE DOING 80 DOWN THE FREEWAY, HAD TO GET IT TOWED. IT SIMPLY SHUTOFF. I THINK ITS THE FUEL PUMP BUT I AM NOT REALLY SURE. PLUGGED IT INTO A SCANNER AND NO CODES. IT STARTED UP AFTER THE TOW.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180508

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (FUEL PROPULSION); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171219

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20140716 — steering

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners and dealers will update the software for the power steering control module (PSCM) and the instrument cluster module, free of charge.

Campaign 14V282000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20150520 — suspension

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...

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 15E045000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180130 — fuel system, gasoline

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured March 3, 2009, to May 26, 2011. On vehicles with a 3.0L engine, the Fuel Delivery Module (FDM) may crack, causing a fuel leak.

Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FDM flange with one that has a redesigned fuel supply port, free of charge. Remedy parts are currently unavailable.

Campaign 16V788000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2010 Mazda Tribute — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V282000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 15E045000 (suspension) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 16V788000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2009 ▲ 2006 ● 2004

WORST YEARS

■ 2001 ■ 2002 ■ 2005

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FAQ

Is the 2010 Mazda Tribute reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2010 Mazda Tribute is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Mazda Tribute?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2010 Mazda Tribute have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.