Mazda Tribute: Structure — frame and members

Affects Mazda Tribute · 2001–2004 — about 109K vehicles.

The hazard

A separation of the lower control arm can result in a significant loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will install a newly designed reinforcement cross-brace, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 7514D.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational