Mazda Tribute vs Toyota RAV4
For 2005–2011 models, the Toyota RAV4 has 31.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 68.2 for the Mazda Tribute. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2011), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Mazda Tribute
68.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.1× the Toyota RAV4’s rate
- Complaints
- 681
- Sold
- 99,870
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008 and 2010. Fewest: 2006–2007 and 2011. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body and panel corrosion
Typically around 126,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 80,000 mi
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Subframe, cradle and frame corrosion
Typically around 126,250 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 113,867 mi
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Electric power steering motor and module
Typically around 110,500 mi · repair $750–$2,230
Toyota RAV4
31.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
53% fewer than the Mazda Tribute
- Complaints
- 3,136
- Sold
- 984,559
- Recall campaigns
- 20
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2006–2008 and 2010. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 60,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 67,976 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 24,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 90,900 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 40,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Mazda Tribute or the Toyota RAV4?
For 2005–2011 models, the Toyota RAV4 has 31.9 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Mazda Tribute has 68.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Mazda Tribute?
The most-reported problem on the Mazda Tribute is body and panel corrosion, typically around 126,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Toyota RAV4?
The most-reported problem on the Toyota RAV4 is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 60,000 miles.
Which Mazda Tribute and Toyota RAV4 years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Mazda Tribute: 2008 and 2010; Toyota RAV4: 2006–2008 and 2010.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.