Mazda Tribute Recall R/2012/107: Possible Unintentional Increase Of Engine Speed, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Low
- How serious
- 7 Nov 2012
- Launched
- 499
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2012/107
- DVSA reference
Mazda recalled Tribute vehicles built between 9 February 2001 and 9 January 2004. The throttle valve may become stuck when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost fully depressed leading to possible unintentional increase of engine speed. The dealer will modify the engine cover to prevent the cover from interfering with the cruise control cable. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The throttle valve may become stuck when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost fully depressed leading to possible unintentional increase of engine speed. This is caused by interference of the cruise control cable connector with the engine cover.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE UNINTENTIONAL INCREASE OF ENGINE SPEED Defect: The throttle valve may become stuck when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost fully depressed leading to possible unintentional increase of engine speed. This is caused by interference of the cruise control cable connector with the engine cover. Remedy: Modify the engine cover to prevent the cover from interfering with the cruise control cable.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to possible unintentional increase of engine speed.
The Fix
The dealer will modify the engine cover to prevent the cover from interfering with the cruise control cable.
Are You Affected?
Tribute built between 9 February 2001 and 9 January 2004 may be included. Mazda estimates 499 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Mazda, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Mazda.
- Book with any franchised Mazda dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2012/107. See how to get a Mazda recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| TributeSeat belt may not latch | Urgent | R/2004/002 | |
| TributeStop lamps may not work | Urgent | R/2002/118 |
This is one of 103 Mazda recalls in DVSA’s data. The Mazda recall launched before it was R/2011/071 on 12 Jul 2011, for wiper motor may fail. The one launched after it was R/2013/043 on 26 Mar 2013, for fire may occur. You can also see every Mazda recall and all recalls launched in 2012.
Source: DVSA recall R/2012/107, launched 7 November 2012. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.