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2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid: Recalls, Problems & MPG

Here are the deets on the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid: 0 recalls, 1 owner complaint and up to 32 mpg combined.

0vehicle recalls
1owner complaints
0mention a crash
32best combined mpg
2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid
Photo: Ethan Llamas · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

There isn't much public data on the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid yet, so we start with what helps most: the repair manual options.

Want the full repair deets? Get the factory manual.

Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid.

eManualOnline Download (PDF), keep forever

Closest thing to the factory manual for most years. Pay once, keep it.

Most $25–$78, one-time
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Mitchell 1 DIY Online access, factory-level data

Pro-shop repair procedures, wiring diagrams and TSBs for your exact car.

From $19.99/mo · $39.99/yr
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ALLDATAdiy Online access, factory OEM info

OEM procedures, specs and recall/TSB info, the same source many shops use.

From $19.99/mo · $59.99/yr
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Haynes Print book or AllAccess online

Step-by-step photos written from a real teardown. Great for first-timers.

Books ~$30–$40 · AllAccess $34.99/mo
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Recalls

No recalls on file for this model year. Still worth a VIN check.

Most-reported problems

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.

Stability control1
Electrical1

What owners describe

The 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid has 1 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 3 Tribute Hybrid model years for complaints (well below the 4 average).

Engines & fuel economy (EPA)

EngineTransmissionDriveCityHwyComb.Fuel
2.5 L 4-cyl hybridAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Front-Wheel Drive343132Regular
2.5 L 4-cyl hybridAutomatic (variable gear ratios)4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive292728Regular

FAQ

Does the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid have any recalls?

NHTSA doesn't list any vehicle recalls for the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to be sure.

What are the most common 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid problems?

Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are stability control (1), electrical (1).

What gas mileage does the 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid get?

EPA ratings run up to 32 mpg combined (2.5 L, Automatic (variable gear ratios)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.

Where can I get a 2009 Mazda Tribute Hybrid repair manual?

eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.

Other Tribute Hybrid years

200620092011