1995 MAZDA PROTEGE
5 recalls, 232 complaints - 61 TSBs
15V674000 Oct 19, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
Defect Description
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become co... Read more
Consequence
If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1-800-222-5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
09E012000 Apr 7, 2009
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES... Read more
Consequence
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
00V118000 Apr 21, 2000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE HEADLIGHT LEAD WIRE RUNNING THROUGH THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER CAN FAIL AT THE SOLDERED CONNECTION TO THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
Consequence
THE FAILURE OF THE WIRE CONNECTION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.
95V184000 Oct 3, 1995
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
THE TIE DOWN HOOKS CAN CAUSE UNDERCARRIAGE IMPACTS THAT CAN RESULT IN UNNECESSARY AIR BAG DEPLOYMENTS.
Consequence
INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN CAUSE INJURY TO THE OCCUPANTS AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REMOVE AND REPLACE THE TIE DOWN HOOKS WITH MODIFIED TIE DOWN HOOKS.
95V033000 Feb 21, 1995
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
THE WIRE ROD USED IN THE MANUFACTURE OF THE ENGINE VALVE SPRINGS CAN DEVELOP MINUTE CRACKS CAUSING BREAKAGE OF THE SPRINGS.
Consequence
THIS BREAKAGE CAN CAUSE ENGINE CHATTER, DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE PISTONS, AND CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL SIXTEEN (16) VALVE SPRINGS IN THE ENGINE OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Complaint Statistics
232 total complaints
42 crashes 5 fires 79 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 36 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 14 |
| AIR BAGS | 12 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 10 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 10 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 |
| SEATS | 8 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH | 8 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 7 |
| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM | 7 |
AIR BAGS
May 12, 2014
Incident date: Apr 17, 2014
THE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WHILE I WAS OUT SIDE THE CAR , THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIR BAGS & I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED BY EITHER MAZDA CORP OR THE DEALER & I HAVE BEEN THE ORIGINAL OWNER , THERE HAS BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THE 1995 PROTEGE & AT NO TIME I WAS EVER CONTACTED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL PE... Read more
ENGINE
May 12, 2014
Incident date: Apr 17, 2014
THE AIR BAGS EXPLODED WHILE I WAS OUT SIDE THE CAR , THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIR BAGS & I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED BY EITHER MAZDA CORP OR THE DEALER & I HAVE BEEN THE ORIGINAL OWNER , THERE HAS BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS ON THE 1995 PROTEGE & AT NO TIME I WAS EVER CONTACTED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL PE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 29, 2014
Incident date: Apr 17, 2014
I WAS OUT OF THE CAR & BOTH AIR BAGS EXPLODED , THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE AIR BAGS , BUT I WAS NEVER INFORMED BY MAZDA CORP ,I BECAME AWARE OF THE RECALL AFTER THE AIR BAGS EXPLODED. *JS
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 12, 2008
Incident date: Apr 14, 2008
1995 MAZDA PROTEGE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *TR
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jan 16, 2007
Incident date: Sep 3, 2006
TL* - THE CONTACT HAD A 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE WHICH WAS IN A HEAD ON CRASH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CAR WAS TRAVELING AT 55 MPH UNDER DRY CONDITIONS WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER HEAD ON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND AS A RESULT THE DRIVER WAS KILLED.... Read more
Crash
1 injured
1 deaths
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW
Nov 26, 2005
Incident date: Oct 6, 1999
AT 5000 MILES THE REAR DEFROST DID NOT WORK. IN THE WINTER IT IS DIFFICULT TO SEE OUT THE BACK WINDOW. IT WAS NOT FIXED BECAUSE THE CAR WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND MAZDA WOULD NOT REPAIR. *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Nov 26, 2005
Incident date: Jun 9, 1999
MY 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE HAS THE GAS AND BRAKE PETALS SO CLOSE IN HEIGHT AND LITTLE SEPARATION THAT IT IS VERY EASY TO APPLY THE BRAKE AND STILL BE APPLYING THE GAS. I HAVE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT YET BUT HAVE HAD SOME VERY NEAR MISSES. *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Nov 26, 2005
Incident date: Jun 9, 1999
MY 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE HAS THE GAS AND BRAKE PETALS SO CLOSE IN HEIGHT AND LITTLE SEPARATION THAT IT IS VERY EASY TO APPLY THE BRAKE AND STILL BE APPLYING THE GAS. I HAVE NOT HAD AN ACCIDENT YET BUT HAVE HAD SOME VERY NEAR MISSES. *NM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Mar 15, 2005
Incident date: Mar 19, 2002
WHILE DRIVING HEADLIGHT SWITCH WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. CONSUMER IS STILL HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS AFTER REPAIR OF RECALL 91007. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Mar 4, 2005
Incident date: Mar 4, 2005
DRIVER WAS HIT FROM BEHIND WHILE SITTING AT AN INTERSECTION ,THEN PUSHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. LEFT FRONT AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. DRIVER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES, AND DID NOT SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND TOTALED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. *AK
Crash
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Dec 13, 2004
Incident date: Nov 17, 2004
THIS IS A REPEAT OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 00V118000. I HAD THE CAR REPAIRED AT THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP IN YEAR 2000 UNDER THE PREVIOUS RECALL. 1 MONTH AGO THE HEADLIGHTS STOP WORKING DUE TO A BROKEN WIRE IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY. THE GROUND WIRE BROKE ITS SOLDER CONNECTION AT THE BASE OF T... Read more
AIR BAGS
Sep 22, 2003
Incident date: Sep 22, 2003
1995 MAZDA PROTEGE. BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHEN MY DAUGHTER HIT A CURB. NO OTHER DAMAGE WAS EVIDENT. TIRES AND RIMS HAD NO DAMAGE. THE BAGS SHOULD NOT HAVE DEPLOYED. RECALL 95V184000 DESCRIBES PROBLEM WITH INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT ON THIS VEHICLE. MAZDA CLAIMS THAT MY DAUGHTERS VEHICLE WAS ... Read more
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
Aug 13, 2003
Incident date: Jun 1, 2003
THE CONSUMER WAS DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, HE APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL(3 TIMES), BUT THE CRUISE CONTROL FAILED TO DISENGAGE, WHICH RESULTED IN THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE COLLIDING WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE CAUSE AS A FAULTY CRUISE CONTROL MOTOR. *AK *SCC *JB
Crash
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Aug 6, 2003
Incident date: Jul 30, 2003
REAR DEFROST SWITCH FAILED FOR THE SECOND TIME. PER MY KNOWLEDGE, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE AND IS A PART OF TSB. THIS CAUSES POOR VISIBILITY AND MIGHT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Jun 18, 2003
Incident date: Jun 16, 2003
TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 60128 MILES. THIS OCCURRED WHILE I WAS PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHICH MADE IT A SAFETY ISSUE. LUCKILY THE VEHICLE THAT I WAS PASSING DECIDED TO SPEED UP SO THAT I COULD GET BACK INTO MY LANE BEFORE ANOTHER VEHICLE CAME ALONG WHICH WOULD HAVE ENDED UP IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Apr 16, 2003
Incident date: Apr 16, 2003
1995 MAZDA PROTEGE >180000 MI. >DURING THIS TIME THE DEALER HAS INSTALLED (3) AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSORS APPROXIMATELY ONE FOR EVERY 60000 MI. AT OVER $1000 APIECE> IT IS NOW IN THE SHOP WITH AN EXPECTED BILL OF $1200.00. *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Mar 5, 2003
Incident date: Mar 5, 2003
ENGINE FAILURE AS DESCRIBED IN RECALL NUMBER 95 V 0 3 3000. CALLED MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500 ON MARCH 03, 2003, BUT WAS TOLD THAT MY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER IS NOT IN THEIR RECALL LIST. HOWEVER, THEY WERE NOTIFIED. *JB
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Jan 13, 2003
Incident date: Jan 8, 2003
HEADLIGHT SWITCH WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED. REPLACEMENT SWITCH FAILED: HEADLIGHTS WENT OFF WHEN TURN SIGNAL WAS USED. REPLACED AGAIN. NOW TAILLIGHTS AND DASH LIGHTS ARE SHORTING OUT. MAY BE DUE TO SWITCH AGAIN. DEALER UNABLE TO FIX.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 8, 2003
Incident date: Jan 3, 2003
CONSUMER STATED HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AS RECALL#95V033000 ENGINE. DEALER WILL NOT REPAIR BECAUSE VIN NUMBER IS NOT INCLUDED. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Aug 28, 2002
Incident date: Jul 7, 1999
PRIOR TO RECALL OOV118 CONSUMER HAD THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FIXED. CONSUMER SENT IN PROOF OF REPAIR BUT MAZDA WILL NOT HONOR. *JG
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
Aug 20, 2002
Incident date: Jun 25, 2002
CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS, 00V118, HOWEVER AFTER REPAIRS THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OUT WHEN THE DIRECTIONALS WERE USED, CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE BACK, IN WHICH THE DEALER REPLACED THE COMBO SWITCH, HOWEVER CHARGED CONSUMER FOR REPAIRS, CONSUMER IS WAITING FOR REIMBURSEMENT. *SL... Read more
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Aug 15, 2002
Incident date: Aug 9, 2002
CONSUMER'S VEHICLE BEEN INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION WITH A TRUCK AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Aug 14, 2002
Incident date: Aug 7, 2002
WHILE DRIVING DOWN A BYPASS VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN DASHBOARD. VEHICLE CURRENTLY BEING CHECKED BY DEALER.*AK
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Aug 12, 2002
FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. NEED TO KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY OTHER FIRE RELATED PROBLEMS. *AK
Fire
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
Jul 1, 2002
Incident date: Jun 25, 2002
WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL TO GO LEFT OR RIGHT IN HOT WEATHER CONDITIONS ENGINE WILL DIE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WILL ONLY REPLACE TURN SIGNAL. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Jul 1, 2002
Incident date: Jun 25, 2002
WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL TO GO LEFT OR RIGHT IN HOT WEATHER CONDITIONS ENGINE WILL DIE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY WILL ONLY REPLACE TURN SIGNAL. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Jun 27, 2002
Incident date: Apr 10, 2002
HEADLIGHTS WOULD COME ON WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
1 injured
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH
Jun 27, 2002
Incident date: Apr 10, 2002
HEADLIGHTS WOULD COME ON WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL. DEALER CONTACTED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 19, 2002
Incident date: Jun 1, 1995
ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON CONSTANTLY. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND THEY CORRECTED PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Apr 30, 2002
INTERMITENTLY AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE WILL STALL OOUT AND DIE WITHOUT WARNING. DEALER HAS BEEM NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. *AK
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Apr 30, 2002
Incident date: Apr 27, 2002
CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKESAND SKIDDED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. DRIVER AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, FRONT AND SIDE IMPACT. AMOUNT OF DAMAGE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK
Crash
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Apr 30, 2002
Incident date: Apr 27, 2002
CONSUMER APPLIED BRAKESAND SKIDDED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. DRIVER AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY, FRONT AND SIDE IMPACT. AMOUNT OF DAMAGE UNKNOWN AT THIS TIME. *AK
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Apr 29, 2002
Incident date: Apr 26, 2002
THE DISTRIBUTOR IS A NONE WEAR ITEM THAT SHOULDN'T JUST GIVE OUT. MAZADA ADMITS TO HAVE REPLACING MANY ON THE PROTEGE AND 626. *AK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Apr 10, 2002
Incident date: Apr 9, 2002
00 V 118 000/HEADLIGHT: AFTER RECALL REPAIRS DONE AT HOWARD AUTO GROUP; ROCKY MOUNTAIN, NC; PHONE# 252/937-2222 HEADLIGHT/ HIGH BEAM LIGHTS WOULD COME ON EVERY TIME TURN SIGNAL WAS USED. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
Apr 8, 2002
Incident date: Mar 1, 2002
I AM A SMALL WOMEN WHO ONLY WEIGHS 135 LBS AND THIS SEAT BROKE IT IS VERY UNSTABLE AND I AM AFRAID I WILL HAVE AN ACCIENT WITH MY 2 CHILDREN BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM APPARENTLY IS A PROBLEM, I HAVE SEEN ON EPIONS.COM ANOTHER SIMILAR COMPLAINT ABOUT THIS PROBLEM. I WOULD APPRICIATE IF THIS WOULD BE LO... Read more
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
Apr 4, 2002
WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT, THERE'S A HARD POPPING/CLUNKING NOISE. WE TOOK IT TO THE SHOP TWICE & THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. THE THIRD TIME WE HAD IT LOOKED AT WE WERE TOLD THAT THERE MIGHT BE A STRESS FRACTURE IN THE FRONT AXLE AND THAT THE CV BOOT/JOINT ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED I... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Apr 4, 2002
WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT, THERE'S A HARD POPPING/CLUNKING NOISE. WE TOOK IT TO THE SHOP TWICE & THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T FIND A PROBLEM. THE THIRD TIME WE HAD IT LOOKED AT WE WERE TOLD THAT THERE MIGHT BE A STRESS FRACTURE IN THE FRONT AXLE AND THAT THE CV BOOT/JOINT ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED I... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Mar 27, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
THE CONSUMER RECIEVE A RECALL NOTICE #91007 FOR THE TURN SIGNAL. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO FREEWAY MADZA NO PARTS AVAILABLE. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. NLM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Feb 12, 2002
Incident date: Feb 12, 2002
CONSUMER HAD NOTICED THAT WHEN TURNING ON HEATER OR AIR CONDITIONER AT NIGHT HEDLIGHTS WILL NOT COME ON, CONSUMER HAD CONTACTED DEALER ABOUT IT. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Feb 12, 2002
Incident date: Feb 12, 2002
WHILE DRIVING COULD STEP ON THE BRAKES PEDAL TO STOP VEHICLE OR TO SLOW DOWN, BUT COULD EXPERIENCE AN EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE, AND NOISE COMING FROM BRAKES, WICH HAD BEEN REPLACED BEFORE. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK
SUSPENSION
Feb 12, 2002
Incident date: Feb 12, 2002
WHILE DRIVING THEN STOPPING COULD FEEL HARD VIBRATION COMING FROM ENGINE. HAD TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALER TO FIX THE PROBLEM, BUTIT COULD NOT BE CORRECTED. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION.*AK
SEATS
Jan 9, 2002
Incident date: Dec 1, 2001
THE FRONT SEAT CAME LOOSE AND WAS ROCKING CREATING THE SAFETY PROBLEM. IT REMAINED ATTACHED ON THE RIGHT SIDE BUT THE LEFT SIDE WAS LOOSE. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT TO CAUSE THE FAILURE OF THE SEAT . I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY WOULD SAID TO CONTACT MAZDA. I CONTACTED MAZDA AND... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Dec 17, 2001
Incident date: Dec 14, 2001
CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 50MPH ON HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING VEHICLE TURNED OFF. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. GARAGE MECHANIC TOLD CONSUMER THAT TIMING BELT FAILED BECAUSE IT JUMPED TIME. HE WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER, AND VEHICLE WAS TOWED. *AK
SUSPENSION
Nov 29, 2001
Incident date: Apr 25, 2000
VEHICLE VIBRATES SEVERELY AFTER STARTING/ SITTING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT AND STOP SIGN. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND THE PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. TOOK VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, AND STILL PROBLEM REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION C... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 29, 2001
Incident date: Apr 25, 2000
WHEN STARTINGVEHICLE OR STOPPING AT TRAFFIC LIGHT/ STOP SIGN, VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE SEVERELY. VEHICLE BEEN AT DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS AND AT AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP ON THREE OCCASIONS, BUT PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS MATTER.*AK
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 27, 2001
Incident date: May 1, 2001
I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF FOR SOME TIME NOW. IT WOULD COME ON FOR A WHILE THEN GO OUT THEN COME ON AGAIN THEN GO OUT AGAIN. IN JULY OF THIS YEAR I TOOK THE CAR FOR A DIAGNOSIS BECAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON BUT THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED A TUNEUP WHICH I GOT BUT ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Nov 27, 2001
Incident date: May 1, 2001
I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON AND OFF FOR SOME TIME NOW. IT WOULD COME ON FOR A WHILE THEN GO OUT THEN COME ON AGAIN THEN GO OUT AGAIN. IN JULY OF THIS YEAR I TOOK THE CAR FOR A DIAGNOSIS BECAUSE THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON BUT THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED A TUNEUP WHICH I GOT BUT ... Read more
SEATS
Aug 21, 2001
Incident date: Jul 5, 2000
SEAT BEGAN ROCKING; TRIED TO TIGHTEN ANCHOR BOLT, BUT ANCHOR BROKE. NOW SEAT ROCKS COMPLETELY BACK AND FORTH....CV SHAFT WAS DEFECTIVE; HEARD CLICKING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR REPAIR AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE CV SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. SIX MONTHS LATER REPLACEMENT CV SHAF... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
Aug 7, 2001
VEHICLE WILL STALLS WHEN TURNING OR STOPPING. VEHICLE IDLES HIGH AND SHAKES. BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. DEALERSHIP AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Aug 7, 2001
VEHICLE WILL STALLS WHEN TURNING OR STOPPING. VEHICLE IDLES HIGH AND SHAKES. BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING. DEALERSHIP AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK
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EPA Fuel Economy, 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 32.0 | 26.0 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 1.5L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 26.0 | 35.0 | 30.0 | Regular | $2,100 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 21.0 | 29.0 | 24.0 | Regular | $2,600 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 24.0 | 33.0 | 27.0 | Regular | $2,300 |
| 1.8L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 23.0 | 29.0 | 25.0 | Regular | $2,500 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 1995 MAZDA PROTEGE
61 manufacturer communications from 51 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 5 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 2 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 2 |
| 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 2 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 2 |
00-003-19-3583
Mar 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
00-003-19-3583
Mar 20, 2019
081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
00-003-19-3583
Mar 20, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
00-003-19-3583
Mar 20, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
In support of the new MRT distribution, Mazda will ship to dealers a new Dual Purpose Diagnostic Leak Detector beginning March, 2019. Training videos will be posted to MGSS shortly and Workshop Manual procedures will be revised gradually.
09-009-19-3566
Jan 14, 2019
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430a
Oct 10, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430a
Oct 10, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-034-18-3430
Aug 31, 2018
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer's responsibility to co
09-035-17-3080
Aug 7, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to co
09-035-17-3080
Aug 7, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealer?s responsibility to co
SA287
Apr 25, 2016
116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
DUE TO DIFFERENCES IN THE 1995-1998 PROTEGE IGNITION SWITCH DESIGN, THE REPAIR PROCEDURE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR RECALL 8715J HAS BEEN UPDATED.
0900716
Feb 17, 2016
117100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER
Speedometer replacement procedure
09-034-14-2956
Aug 15, 2014
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATIONS, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE LISTED BELOW WHEN REPLACING A SPEEDOMETER.NOTE:?MAZDA VEHICLES ARE MANUFACTURED WITH TAMPER-PROOF SPEEDOMETERS.?WHEN A SPEEDOMETER IS REPLACED, THE NEW SPEEDOMETER WILL READ ZERO
0800306
Oct 4, 2006
140000 AIR BAGS
NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION. *KB
0102504
Jul 21, 2004
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
BATTERY TEST PROCEDURE REQUIREMENTS. *TT
0902604
Jul 1, 2004
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
SPEEDOMETER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
01100R
Oct 18, 2000
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
ON SOME VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VINS, THE DOOR KEY CYLINDER FLAP MAY BREAK ALLOWING A PIECE(S) OF THE FLAP TO ENTER THE CYLINDER THEREBY MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO INSERT THE KEY AND CAUSING KEY ROTATION TO STICK. *TT
00200R
Jun 23, 2000
020000 SUSPENSION
THIS BULLETIN EXPLAINS CAMBER ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES. *TT
00100
Feb 7, 2000
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) SYSTEM INOPERATIVE WITH THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON. *TT
01399
Sep 21, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONCERNS WITH DOOR KEY WHICH IS DIFFICULT TO INSERT AND / OR ROTATE. *TT
01299
Aug 23, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING PAINT DAMAGE - IRON PARTICLES / INDUSTRIAL FALLOUT / ACID RAIN. *TT
00299
Jul 16, 1999
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
EXPERIENCING POPPING NOISE FROM FRONT BRAKE CALIPER DURING SLOW SPEED BRAKING. *TT
01098
Oct 14, 1998
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT ERRATIC SHIFTING, O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHING WITH MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON AS A RESULT OF THE VALVE BODY HARNESS (TRANSAXLE FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT) BEING PINCHED BY A METAL CLIP WHICH IS ATTACH
00998
Sep 30, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SELECTOR LEVER IS DIFFICULT TO OPERATE. *YC
00998
Sep 30, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INFORMATION REGARDING A/T SELECTOR LEVER HARD TO OPERATE. *YC
00198
Jun 10, 1998
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CONCERNS REGARDING THE HEARTER NOT WORKING EFFIECIENTLY OR ENGINE TAKES TOO LING TO WARM-UP. *YC
00298
Jun 10, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
EXPERIENCING POOR ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *YC
01298
Jun 10, 1998
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
CONCERNS WITH MANUAL CONTROL DOOR MIRROR NOT ADJUSTABLE. *YC
01198
May 28, 1998
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
SUBJECT ON PASSIVE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR SWITCH. *YC
00598
Apr 22, 1998
150000 SEAT BELTS
INFORMATION REGARDING SEAT BELT EXTENDERS. *YC
00198
Apr 15, 1998
010000 STEERING
CONDITIONS WITH STEERING WHEEL SLIGHTLY OFF CENTER. *YC
00298
Feb 23, 1998
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
CONDITIONS WITH THE SHIFT LEVER MOVEMENT MAY BE STIFF WHEN MOVING THROUGH ALL GEAR RANGES. *YC
00198
Feb 16, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO TACH NEEDLE WHICH IS STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC
00198
Feb 16, 1998
100000 POWER TRAIN
COMPLAINTS OF TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *YC
97102302097
Oct 23, 1997
162200 STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
PRE-PAINTING PREPARATIONS FOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS. *YC
97102300397
Oct 23, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO MTX OVERHAUL INFORMATION. *YC
97083001897
Aug 30, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
UNDER CERTAIN LOAD AND RPM RANGES EXCESSIVE NOISE MAY BE IN GENERATED IN THE EGR BOOST SENSOR CIRCUIT CAUSING DTC P0400 TO BE SET. *YC
97083000997
Aug 30, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONDITION WITH INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. *YC
970716015/97
Jul 16, 1997
100000 POWER TRAIN
CONCERNS OF RATTLING OR BUZZING NOISES IN THE FRONT OF VEHICLES. *YC
970716007/97
Jul 16, 1997
113200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
CUSTOMERS COMPLAINING OF MIL LAMP ILLUMINATION. *YC
012/97T
Jun 19, 1997
100000 POWER TRAIN
TACH NEEDLE STUCK ON WRONG SIDE OF STOPPER PIN. *TW
012/97S
Jun 19, 1997
220000 SEATS
CENTER ARMREST LATCH SUPPORT REINFORCEMENT INSTALLATION. *TW
009/97T
Jun 19, 1997
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
INTERIOR LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE. *TW
008/97
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
USE OF A/C TRACER DYE. *TW
007/97U
May 19, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C REFRIGERANT CHARGING. *TW
007/97T
Apr 25, 1997
140000 AIR BAGS
PARTS REPLACEMENT AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. *TW
013/97F
Apr 25, 1997
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUPPLEMENTAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR MIL ILLUMINATION. *TW
001/97G
Apr 8, 1997
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY - DIAGNOSTIC AND CHARGING PROCEDURE. *TW
004/97U
Mar 10, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
DAMP CARPET ON PASSENGER SIDE WHEN OPERATING A/C. *TW
003/97U
Mar 10, 1997
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C SWITCH MODIFICATION. *TW
002/97S
Mar 10, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
REAR EDGE OF ROOF MOLDING LIFTS. *TW
003/97G
Jan 19, 1997
114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WIPER MOTOR INOPERATIVE - CIRCUIT BREAKER ACTIVATION. *TW
016/95
Dec 1, 1995
121200 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
HEADLIGHT SWITCH REPLACEMENT. *SD
030/95
Sep 1, 1995
135200 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
POWER OUTSIDE MIRROR GLASS VIBRATION. *SD
024/95
Sep 1, 1995
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
TAPPING NOISE AROUND 'B' PILLAR. *SD
T010/95
Jun 1, 1995
138120 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:WINDSHIELD:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT
REAR DEFROSTER AND INDICATOR LIGHT MAY NOT OPERATE DUE TO SILICONE GREASE STUCK ON THE REAR DEFROSTER SWITCH CONTACT POINTS. *TW
S021/95
Jun 1, 1995
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
RATTLE NOISE FROM HOOD - RUBBER HOOD STOPS OUT OF ADJUSTMENT. *TW
S015/95
May 1, 1995
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
NOISE WHEN OPENING POWER WINDOW. *TW
U002/95
Feb 1, 1995
138800 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
BLOWER MOTOR BRUSH NOISE. *TW
S001/95
Jan 1, 1995
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
CRACKING NOISE AT B AND C PILLAR CAUSED BY DOOR LOCK STRIKER BOLTS VIBRATING. *TW
R003/94
Dec 1, 1994
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
CAMBER ADJUSTMENT BOLT. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, MAZDA PROTEGE
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA99029
Opened: Sep 30, 1999 , Closed: May 10, 2000
HEADLIGHT WIRE BREAKAGE
IN ITS LETTER DATED APRIL 21, 2000, MAZDA STATED THAT IT WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL OF APPROXIMATELY 79,000 MODEL YEAR 1995 AND 1996 MAZDA PROTEGE VEHICLES BUILT FROM JUNE 1994 THROUGH JULY 1995.MAZDA DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLE
PE99038
Opened: May 20, 1999 , Closed: Sep 30, 1999
LOSS OF HEADLIGHTS
BASED ON THE REVIEW OF MAZDA'S INVESTIGATION AND TESTING, EXAMINATION OF TWO FAILED FIELD UNITS (A HEADLIGHT SWITCH AND A COMBINATION SWITCH), AND TELEPHONE INTERVIEWS OF SEVERAL COMPLAINANTS, IT APPEARS THAT THE HEADLIGHT LEAD WIRE WHICH IS ATTACHED TO AND LOCATED JUST BELOW THE TURN SIGNAL LEVER, ... Read more
PE94059
Opened: Jul 28, 1994 , Closed: Nov 30, 1994
AUTO RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAIL
There is no summary currently available
PE94029
Opened: Mar 24, 1994 , Closed: Jul 28, 1994
CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
MAZDA PROTEGE - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MAZDA PROTEGE across all model years (1990, 2006).
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Total Recalls
1,380
Total Complaints
4
Investigations
242
Reported Crashes
30
Reported Fires
4
Reported Deaths
MAZDA PROTEGE - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 4 | 145 | View |
| 2002 | 4 | 133 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 68 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 126 | View |
| 1999 | 3 | 102 | View |
| 1998 | 2 | 53 | View |
| 1997 | 2 | 103 | View |
| 1996 | 2 | 91 | View |
| 1995 (current) | 5 | 232 | |
| 1994 | 1 | 89 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 56 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 72 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 60 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 45 | View |
| 1989 | 0 | 2 | View |