Mazda North American Operations: Safety Recalls in 2012

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There was 1 safety recall made by Mazda North American Operations in 2012. See the detail of the recall below.

You can also see similar information for other manufacturers.

Data Source: NHTSA.

See this for other years:

July 27, 2012

(Campaign #: 6812G)

Speed Control Cable Connector Interference

Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.

NHTSA ID: 12V357000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 217,500

Consequence Summary:

A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.

Corrective Action:

Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover clearance, free of charge. Remedy parts are now available. The safety recall began on September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

View Full Recall Details