Does the 2009 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Mazda Tribute, the most recent reported on May 29, 2014 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda Tribute?

Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (19 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).

How many 2009 Mazda Tribute complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 35 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 Mazda Tribute recalls and problems

1 recall and 35 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Mazda Tribute.

recalls

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Mazda Tribute recalls

Steering: electric power assist system

NHTSA campaign 14V282000 · reported May 29, 2014 · Mazda North American Operations · 33,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the Electric Power Steering (EPS) assist.
The risk: If power steering assist is lost, greater driver effort would be required to steer the vehicle at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: 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. If a vehicle shows a history of a loss of the torque sensor signal or fault codes relating to the PSCM when the vehicle is brought in for the recall remedy, the affected components will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began in July 2014. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7614E.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Steering19
Electrical system3
Engine3
Power train3
Air bags2
Fuel/propulsion system2
Service brakes2
Structure2
Vehicle speed control2
Fuel system, gasoline1

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 22, 2024 · Steering
Lost of power steering hard to steer the steering wheel

Jan 9, 2023 · Steering
The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated while parking, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. The service warning light illuminated. The contact then heard a beeping sound. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…

Sep 23, 2022 · Electrical system
AutoZone said that the part is called steering angle sensor and is locking up my car I am not able to press the gas as it only accelerates the engine and nothing else and the steering wheel lock I usually have my car turn on in the middle of traffic the part number they gave me is SU14859

Mar 9, 2022 · Steering
I pulled out of my driveway and my pporr steering did not work..parked vehicle. When I called the dealership I was told about recall on software for power steering control module (PSCM) but was told Mazda would not cover this that it was done in 2014 . I bought the vehicle used in 2019 ...never knew til now that it…

Jan 31, 2022 · Steering · 99,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Mazda Tribute. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed without warning. The contact used excessive force to drive the vehicle back to his residence. The next day, the contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where he was informed that he…

Tribute model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2006	2	130	9	1
2007	0	4	0	0
2008	4	202	6	1
2009	1	35	2	0
2010	2	39	0	0
2011	0	7	1	0

Across all years, the 2001 Tribute has the most complaints (563). All Mazda Tribute years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Mazda Tribute have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Mazda Tribute, the most recent reported on May 29, 2014 (Steering: electric power assist system). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Mazda Tribute?: Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (19 complaints), followed by electrical system (3).
How many 2009 Mazda Tribute complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 35 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 1 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 22, 2024.