Official: Mazda recalls over 52,000 Tribute crossovers, warns owners to park outside
is recalling has issued a recall of the 2001- and 2002-model-year crossover for a possible brake fluid leak. It’s been found that fluid leaking from the reservoir cap on the master cylinder might come into contact with the ABS wiring harness connector, leading to potential corrosion and/or fire.
We’ve been waiting on this action for the better part of a month, as its mechanical twin, the , was the subject of a similar NHTSA recall . The Blue Oval recall covered some 244,000 units for the same problem.
There are 52,390 Tributes affected in total, and Mazda is taking the unusual step of advising that if you have one, you should park it outside until a dealer has made the necessary repairs. You can find a release from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on the matter .
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