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NHTSA Recall 04V583000: Cables (vehicle speed control)

MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 121,000 vehicles. It affects 2002–2004 Mazda Tribute.

121,000
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2005
owners notified (January 28)
NHTSA campaign04V583000
Manufacturer campaign2704L
ComponentVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CABLES
Report receivedDecember 10, 2004
Owner notificationJanuary 28, 2005
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable may prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position.

Safety risk

An unexpected increase in engine idle speed may increase stopping distance and may result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable. The recall began on january 28, 2005. Owners should contact mazda at 1-800-222-5500, option #4.

Notes

Mazda recall no. 2704l.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 04V583000

Make and modelModel years
Mazda Tribute2002, 2003, 2004

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.