2003 Mazda Tribute ES-V6
4F2CZ96103KM50294
Vehicle history report for the 2003 Mazda Tribute ES-V6 (VIN 4F2CZ96103KM50294). Red, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 3.0L 6-cyl 201 hp, gasoline. 140,878 mi reported. Registered in Pa. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
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At a glance
Vehicle identity & specifications
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What's a 2003 Mazda Tribute worth?
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Official U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. EPA estimates for this year/make/model; actual mileage varies by trim and driving conditions.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2003 Mazda Tribute costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
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What a full report checks for VIN 4F2CZ96103KM50294
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 200 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Mazda Tribute, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
💥 1 involved a crash 🚑 1 reported injury
🔍 Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
🔍 Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
🔍 Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 200
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2003 Mazda Tribute.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
NHTSA report 7.19.2015 July 19, 2025 NHSTA Report This is what happened to me [XXX]: I was at an off ramp stop waiting for cars to pass. I eased forward to see if everyone had passed. The car accelerated on its own and I tried to stop. When I braked it accelerated faster. I had both feet on the brakes and tried to stop, but each time the car accelerated. …
Crash · 1 injured · NHTSA ODI #11674766VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES
My ABS keeps locking up and Ive almost wrecked multiple times. I changed brakes and rotors and still the problem is on-going. Its dangerous and Ive read others saying the same thing online.
NHTSA ODI #11542450VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
The sensor does not send the speed to the speedometer
NHTSA ODI #11433439STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2003 Mazda Tribute. The contact had taken his vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that there was severe corrosion on the lower control arm. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V174000 (Structure) which he linked to the failure. After performing a VIN search, the contact also discovered that h…
NHTSA ODI #11432893STRUCTURE
DURING A FREE, AAA INSPECTION, THE AUTO SHOP TOLD ME THAT THE VEHICLE IS DANGEOUS DUE TO STRUCTURAL DAMAGE OR BODY DAMAGE. I DON'T KNOW HOW LONG THIS BEEN A PROBLEM
NHTSA ODI #11404928POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I WAS DRIVING AROUND 50MPH AND COMNG UP TO A STOP LIGHT, AS I BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN IN THE LEFT TURNING LANE FOR THE RED LIGHT GOING LEFT, MY TRIBUTE SUDDENLY STALLED.THE LIGHT THEN OF COURSE TURNED GREEN AND THIS WAS NOT GOOD, CAUSE ALL THE CARS COMING UP FROM BEHIND ME WERE NOW INTENDING TO NO SLOW DOWN AND BEGIN TO SPEED UP, TO CARRY ON THROUGH THE VERY BUSY…
NHTSA ODI #11365995POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CAR STALLED WHEN SLOWING TO STOP IN LEFT TURNING LANE DOING AROUND 45MPH, APPROACHING THE LIGHT IN A BUSY INTERSECTION AND VEHICLES APPROACHING MINE FROM BEHIND. IT WOULD NO LONGER START IN PARK OR MOVE IN DRIVE, TO GET OUR OF THE WAY AND OFF THE STREET I HAD TO WAIT AND THE MOVE IT IN REVERSE. GOT TOWED HOME AND IT STILL SITS.
NHTSA ODI #11365999POWER TRAIN
I WAS COMING UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND AS I SLOWED DOWN MY 03 MAZDA TRIBUTE STALLED, LEAVING ME STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF 5 LANES. AS THE LIGHT WAS TURNING GREEN & THE CARS NEARING MY REAR, HAD TO SWERVE AROUND TO AVOID A COLLISION. I HAD PLACED MY SHIFTER INTO PARK AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART MY VEHICLE, BUT IT STILL WOULD NOT MOVE AFTER SHIFTING INTO D(DRIVE). SO …
NHTSA ODI #11319553+ 192 more complaints on record.
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4F2CZ96103KM50294 is a structurally valid 17-character VIN with a correct ISO 3779 check digit, assigned to a manufacturer in United States. It decodes to the 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Does the 2003 Mazda Tribute have any open safety recalls?
No open NHTSA safety-recall campaigns were found for the 2003 Mazda Tribute. CarLogs checks this against official NHTSA data on every lookup.
What is a fair price for a 2003 Mazda Tribute?
Comparable 2003 Mazda Tribute listings run roughly $1,350–$4,000, typically around $2,508 (from 54 comparable vehicles). The full report shows this exact VIN's valuation.
What fuel economy does the 2003 Mazda Tribute get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2003 Mazda Tribute at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 23 highway).
Data last checked 3 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.