Recall 14V552000: Mazda Tribute
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Summary
The problem. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 10, 2006, to May 23, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail, resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating.
The risk. If the hybrid electronics system overheats, it may shut down the powertrain, resulting in a stall-like condition, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix. Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant (MEC) Pump with an improved brushless pump, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7814I.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V552000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 7814I
- Manufacturer
- Mazda North American Operations
- Report received
- September 10, 2014
- Owners notified
- November 5, 2014
- Built
- Oct 10, 2006 – May 23, 2008
- Units affected
- 423
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
Affected vehicles
- Mazda Tribute: 2008
Is your car affected? Only a VIN check tells you whether a specific vehicle is included and still unrepaired – use NHTSA's lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free.