NHTSA Recall 12V357000: Cables (vehicle speed control) and engine and engine cooling
MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 217,500 vehicles. It affects 2001–2008 Mazda Tribute.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V357000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 6812G |
| Components | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CABLES; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | July 27, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 13, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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 could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed. This risk exists regardless of whether or not speed control (cruise control) is used.
Safety risk
A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
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 September 13, 2012. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-222-5500, option #6.
Notes
Mazda's recall campaign number is 6812G.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V357000
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.