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2006 Mazda Tribute

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2006 Tribute.

Body SUV

The 2006 Mazda Tribute arrives as an SUV with 135 owner-reported complaints and three recalls, with vehicle speed control marking the top complaint area. Across the 2000–2011 model span, the 2006 total sits well below the 2001 high of 581 complaints but well above the 2007 low of four, placing this model year in the upper-middle range of the nameplate's complaint history. That rank indicates the 2006 carried notably more reported issues than the cleanest years while avoiding the extremes of the worst.

Model year2011 2010 2009 2008 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 40R · 590 CCA battery, OE oil filter AJTM14302. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 40R · 590 CCAOEM · verified

Tire size235-70R16OEM · verified

Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	AJTM14302 alt LF0514302B
Engine air filter	YF0913Z40
Fuel filter	AJ0313480
Spark plug	ZZC218110A alt L84518110
Front wiper blades	EF9267330 alt EF9167330
Serpentine belt	AJ0415908 alt ZZC018381A
Thermostat	AJ5715171A alt LF0315165A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	173.2 in
Overall width	72 in
Overall height	70.5 in
Wheelbase	103.1 in
Curb weight	3322 lb
Track (front / rear)	61 / 60.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	59/41

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Tribute of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.2–8.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.20 sec — 2001 LX V-6

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2001	LX V-6 3.0L V6	8.20 sec	16.40 sec	200 hp	AWD
2001	ES V-6 3.0L V6	8.40 sec	16.70 sec	200 hp	AWD
2001	ES V-6 3.0L V6	8.70 sec	16.40 sec	200 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	9.0-10.0
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	2.5 Pints
Manual Transmission Fluid	75W-90 · GL-4
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity	4.9-5.1
Power Steering Fluid	ATF

Engine torques

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings	SOHC: 30-36 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	SOHC: 14-22 ft-lbs
Engine Flywheel Bolts	59 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	13 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	40 ft-lbs
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts	7.4 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	15 ft-lbs
Main Bearings	SOHC: 75-85 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts	100 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	222 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	221 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	650 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Spark Plug Gap	0.049-0.053 in
Spark Plug Torque	11.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap	0.052-0.055 in
Spark Plug Torque	11.0 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing	Turbo: 10, Non-Turbo: 8 degrees

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	2.10 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	6.30-7.70 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	40R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	590 cca
Standard BCI Group Number	40R

Service checks

Pressure Test	18 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	188-193 °F
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)	39
RPM	39 @ Idle rpm
Injector Primary Resistance	11.4
Engine Oil Pressure	45 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	2000 rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	111 ft-lbs
Rotor Runout Limit	0.004 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	0.97 in / 0.45 in / 0.88 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	0.95 in / 0.43 in / 0.86 in
Drum Nominal Diameter	9 in
Drum Discard at-or-over	9.06

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

71-77 ft. lbs., step 2: 87-93

71–77 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages

1	30.0 ft. lbs.	30 ft. lbs
2	90 degrees	90 degrees
3	Loosen bolts 360 degrees	360 degrees
4	30.0 ft. lbs.	30 ft. lbs
5	90 degrees	90 degrees
6	90 degrees	90 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 75,000 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level)
Every 7,500 mi	Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Power Steering System (inspect) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 mi	Brake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 mi	Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Fasteners (torque) · Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (leak inspection) · Exhaust System Heat Shield (inspect)
Every 37,500 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 60,000 mi	Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 75,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The federal record for the Mazda Tribute shows significant volatility across its production run, with major complaint peaks in 2001, 2005, and 2008. The 2006 model year represents a notable improvement over the preceding year, with complaints dropping from 383 in 2005 to 135 and recalls decreasing from 4 to 3. While the 2007 model saw a further decline to only 4 complaints, 2006 remains more stable than the high-volume issue years seen earlier in the generation. For 2006, the most frequent complaints involved Vehicle Speed Control (31), the Power Train (12), and the Engine (7), though the data does not specify the root causes of these failures. Safety reports for the target year include 9 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint. Because 2006 falls within a period of declining complaints and recalls relative to the mid-generation spike, it is a good year to buy.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

106

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

135

Owner complaints

9 involved a crash · 1 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 135 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Vehicle Speed Control31

Power Train12

Engine7

Service Brakes, Hydraulic6

Suspension,Structure5

Structure4

Air Bags4

Vehicle Speed Control,Engine3

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15E045000Suspension:Front:Wheel BearingReported 03/06/2015

The Timken Company (Timken) is recalling certain aftermarket front wheel bearings, part number 510072, sold from January 22, 2015, to May 21, 2015, to be used as service parts on 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2011 Mazda… Remedy: Timken has begun notifying distributors who will offer purchasers replacement wheel bearings, free of charge. The recall began on May 21, 2015. Owners may contact Timken customer…

12V357000Engine And Engine CoolingReported 27/07/2012

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… Remedy: 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 106 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
SA-029-26	2026-04-21	Power Train	This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are…
09-038-24	2024-08-08	Electrical System	In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
SA-011-24b	2024-07-29	Unknown Or Other	Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…
SA-011-24a	2024-06-07	Unknown Or Other	Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…
SA-011-24	2024-02-12	Steering	Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

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Group 40R battery Engine oil filter AJTM14302 Engine air filter YF0913Z40 Fuel filter AJ0313480 Spark plug ZZC218110A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2006 Tribute have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.