Recall 14V552 affects 423 2008 Mazda Tribute vehicles for hybrid coolant pump failure that overheats electronics. Repair is free at any franchised Mazda dealer.
Mazda is recalling 423 2008 Tribute Hybrid vehicles because the hybrid system coolant pump can fail and let the hybrid electronics overheat. If those electronics overheat, the powertrain can shut down into a stall-like condition and increase crash risk; the Mazda dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The coolant pump in the 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid is part of the hybrid propulsion system. Its job is to move coolant through the hybrid electronics, which generate heat while the vehicle runs. The pump keeps those electronics within their designed temperature range so the hybrid system can keep operating.
On affected Tribute Hybrid vehicles, the coolant pump fails and stops moving coolant through the system. Once coolant flow stops, heat builds in the hybrid electronics. That overheating can force the hybrid system out of normal operation and leave the vehicle needing dealer diagnosis and repair.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner does not get a specific early symptom from the recall record, so the problem can appear when the pump stops working and the hybrid electronics overheat.
Who's affected?
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | Hybrid propulsion system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 423 |
Not every 2008 Mazda Tribute is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
Overheated hybrid electronics can shut down the powertrain and create a stall-like condition, increasing crash risk. If the vehicle loses power, steer out of traffic, stop in a safe place, and contact a Mazda dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Mazda dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008 Mazda Tribute is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Mazda dealer to ask whether the free MEC pump replacement is open for your VIN.
- Schedule the MEC pump replacement that fixes the coolant-pump failure behind the hybrid electronics overheating risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Mazda has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V552 when you call.
- Avoid driving with signs of hybrid-system overheating or powertrain shutdown; ask the dealer how to move the vehicle safely.
What happens at the repair
Once Mazda opens the dealer repair, a Mazda technician will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant Pump with an improved brushless pump. The work addresses coolant pump failure that can let the hybrid electronics overheat. Parts and labor will be free under the recall. The service desk can confirm whether the replacement pump is available for your VIN and explain any dealer handling steps before the vehicle is brought in.
Timeline
| September 10, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 5, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V552?
Recall 14V552 covers 423 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid vehicles with a Motor Electronics Coolant Pump that can fail and let the hybrid electronics overheat. Mazda dealers replace the original pump with an improved brushless pump for free.
What should I do if my 2008 Mazda Tribute is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Tribute is included in recall 14V552. If it is included, contact a franchised Mazda dealer to schedule the Motor Electronics Coolant Pump replacement. Reference recall 14V552 and Mazda recall number 7814I when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Mazda's remedy says dealers will replace the original Motor Electronics Coolant Pump with an improved brushless pump free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is a powertrain shutdown after the hybrid electronics overheat. That creates a stall-like condition and increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free pump replacement with a franchised Mazda dealer.
What if I bought my Mazda Tribute used?
The free repair still applies. A recall follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Tribute is included, then call a franchised Mazda dealer and reference recall 14V552.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V552000 |
|---|---|
| Mazda customer service | 1-800-222-5500 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V552 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V552000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →