1997 Mazda ProtegeMazda Protege 1997

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 1997 Mazda Protege, manufacturered by Auto Alliance International, Usa.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Compact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Mazda1YV Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
20 - 26 MPG27 - 33 MPG306.44 - 386.39 g/mile
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Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 1997 Mazda Protege?
     - The 1997 Mazda Protege has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 20 - 26 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 27 - 33 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 1997 Mazda Protege?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 1997 Mazda Protege can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 1997 Mazda Protege?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 1997 Mazda Protege is $2150.
  • Where is the 1997 Mazda Protege produced?
     - The 1997 Mazda Protege is produced in Hiroshima Dc, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 1997 Mazda Protege?
     - There are 2 recall(s) for the 1997 Mazda Protege, additional information is below.
  • How much horsepower does the 1997 Mazda Protege have?
     - The 1997 Mazda Protege has 83 horsepower.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 1.5L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 1.5L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
  • 1.8L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
  • 1.8L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
NHTSA Mandated Recalls
  • Recall 110654 [USA]: If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.

  • Recall 83482 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,22
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index56030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,30
    Vehicle record id13487
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Protege
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)95
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 142.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 110.259
    City mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.5
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index56030
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)1850
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Vehicle record id13488
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Protege
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)95
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 133.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 147.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline500
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.9352
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index56040
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2350
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,27
    Vehicle record id13489
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Protege
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)95
    TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 138.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-2000
    Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov detailsCLKUP
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
  • Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.9004
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,25
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters1.8
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index56040
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov details(FFS)
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2150
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,29
    Vehicle record id13490
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)13
    Model name (carline)Protege
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)95
    TransmissionManual 5-spd
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 129.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 141.0
    EPA vehicle size classCompact Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1000
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • 0901216 - EQUIPMENT: Paint damage mazda pocket paint guide
  • 0900716 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER: Speedometer replacement procedure
  • 0100516 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Battery test procedure requirements using the gr81291
  • 01-006-21-3779a - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
  • 09-025-21-3824 - EQUIPMENT: This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driverâ¿¿s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided w
  • 01-006-21-3779 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
  • 01-005-21-3778 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The mazda dca-8000pm is required for all warranty battery testing. If the mazda dca-8000pm is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this service bulletin to t
  • 09-002-21-3770 - EQUIPMENT: In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
  • 09-003-20-3671 - 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 dealerâ¿¿s responsibility
  • 00-003-19-3583 - 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.
  • 09-009-19-3566 - 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
  • 09-002-19-3554 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid anypotential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference,which can be avoided with pro
  • 01-004-19-3558 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not a
  • 01-002-19-3552 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: The mazda gr8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the mazda gr8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this service bulletin to test
  • 01-001-19-3551 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
  • 09-034-18-3430a - 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
  • 09-014-18-3443a - EQUIPMENT: When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "mazda pocket paint guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable). Copies of the mazda pocket paint guide are available for order on mazda e-
  • 00-003-18-3480a - EQUIPMENT: Mazda north american operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for mnao authorized equipment. The pro-cut on-car brake lathe has been added to the mnao authorized equipment program. Note: accu-turn is still an ap
  • 00-001-18-3446a - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle- specific workshop manual or owner's man
  • 01-016-18-3522 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: On some vehicles, a sulfur smell or 'rotten egg' odor may be noticed coming from the exhaust system. The odor is usually noticed after a cold start, fast idle, extended periods of idling and full throttle acceleration. Sulfur smell is not a
  • 09-034-18-3430 - 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
  • 00-003-18-3480 - BRAKES (PWS): Mazda north american operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for mnaoauthorized equipment. The pro-cut on-car brake lathe has been added to the mnao authorizedequipment program.Note: accu-turn is still an appro
  • 01-009-18-3452 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: The mazda gr8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the mazda gr8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this service bulletin to test
  • 01-008-18-3451 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in sto
  • 09-019-18-3450 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with p
  • 09-014-18-3443 - STRUCTURE: When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "mazda pocket paint guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
  • 00-001-18-3446 - EQUIPMENT: Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
  • 09-035-17-3080 - 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
  • 09-034-14-2956 - 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
  • 09-027-14-2935 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with p
  • 00-002-14-2936 - EQUIPMENT: Mazda north american operations received many requests from our dealers asking us to approve additional on-car brake lathes as an option for mnao authorized equipment. Due to your feedback and after evaluating a few on-car brake lathes, we
  • 00-004-12-2741 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manu
  • 00-001-13-2748A - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manu
  • 09-005-13-2781 - EQUIPMENT: This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the drivers floor mat to avoid any poten-tial interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with
  • 00-001-13-2748 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owners manu
  • SA287 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION: Due to differences in the 1995-1998 protg ignition switch design, the repair procedure and warranty information for recall 8715j has been updated.
  • 00-004/12 - ENGINE (PWS): Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • SB-09-005-13 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Mazda: on some vehicles, to avoid potential interference of foot placed on pedals, information is provided regarding proper use, and placement, of driver's floor mat. Various models and model years. *pe
  • 00307 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Availability of non-required tools. *kb
  • 0800306 - AIR BAGS: Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation. *kb
  • 00204 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Evaporative emmissions and reciver adapters. *eh
  • 0102504 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Battery test procedure requirements. *tt
  • 0902604 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Speedometer replacement procedure. *tt
  • 01098 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): 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
  • 01100R - 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 - SUSPENSION: This bulletin explains camber adjustment procedures. *tt
  • 00700 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Cigarette lighter does not work or stay in position. *tt
  • 00100 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Some vehicles may exhibit the air conditioning (a/c) system inoperative with the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on. *tt
  • 01299 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Subject regarding paint damage - iron particles / industrial fallout / acid rain. *tt
  • 01399 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Concerns with door key which is difficult to insert and / or rotate. *tt
  • 00299 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER: Experiencing popping noise from front brake caliper during slow speed braking. *tt
  • 00998 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY: Automatic transaxle selector lever is difficult to operate. *yc
  • 00698 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD: Exhibiting noise from the hood release cable. *yc
  • 00298 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Experiencing a thumping noise from rear suspension tower. *yc
  • 00198 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Concerns regarding the hearter not working effieciently or engine takes too ling to warm-up. *yc
  • 00298 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE: Experiencing poor engine performance. *yc
  • 00298 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Conditions with the shift lever movement may be stiff when moving through all gear ranges. *yc
  • 00198 - SUSPENSION:REAR: Experiencing a clunk noise from rear suspension while turning over a bump. *yc
  • 00198 - STEERING: Conditions with steering wheel slightly off center. *yc
  • 00998 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Information regarding a/t selector lever hard to operate. *yc
  • 01498 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Concerns with water leakage onto front floor mat. *yc
  • 01298 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES: Concerns with manual control door mirror not adjustable. *yc
  • 00598 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP: Subject regarding brake warning light on constantly. *yc
  • 00198 - POWER TRAIN: Subject pertaining to tach needle which is stuck on wrong side of stopper pin. *yc
  • 02098 - STRUCTURE:BODY: Exhibiting a rubbing noise heard from the front console when driving. *yc
  • 00898 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Concerns with the audio sound cuts out when blower motor operates. *yc
  • 00598 - SEAT BELTS: Information regarding seat belt extenders. *yc
  • 00198 - POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT: Some vehicles may experience noise from drive shaft. *yc
  • 00198 - POWER TRAIN: Complaints of tach needle stuck on wrong side of stopper pin. *yc
  • 97102302097 - STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS: Pre-painting preparations for front and rear bumpers. *yc
  • 97083000997 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: Condition with interior light does not illuminate. *yc
  • 970716015/97 - POWER TRAIN: Concerns of rattling or buzzing noises in the front of vehicles. *yc
  • 970716007/97 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY: Customers complaining of mil lamp illumination. *yc
  • 007/97T - AIR BAGS: Parts replacement after airbag deployment. *tw
  • 009/97T - INTERIOR LIGHTING: Interior light does not illuminate. *tw
  • 012/97T - POWER TRAIN: Tach needle stuck on wrong side of stopper pin. *tw
  • 001/97G - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Maintenance free battery - diagnostic and charging procedure. *tw
  • 008/97 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Use of a/c tracer dye. *tw
  • 007/97U - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A/c refrigerant charging. *tw
  • 003/97G - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS: Wiper motor inoperative - circuit breaker activation. *tw
  • 003/97U - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A/c switch modification. *tw
  • 002/97S - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS: Rear edge of roof molding lifts. *tw
  • 006/97/U - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A/c malfunction due to power steering pump pressure switch corrosion. *tw
NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassSedan/Saloon
Doors4
EngineHP83
EngineHP_to101
EngineKW61.8931
Engine ModelZ5D
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
MakeMAZDA
MakeID473
ManufacturerMAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
Manufacturer Id1041
ModelProtege
ModelID5410
Model Year1997
NCSA Body Type4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA MakeMazda
NCSA Model323/GLC/ Protégé/ Protégé5
Plant CityHIROSHIMA
Plant Company NameMazda Motor Corporation
SeriesSedan
VINJM1BC1415V0121820
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoNoN NoneNone20101023

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mazda protg dx. The contact stated that after taking his vehicle in for routine inspection, the mechanic informed him that both the front and rear brakes were rusted. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that all the brake lines were rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000. Updated 02/11/11 *bf updated 11/30/2011 *ln

NoNoN NoneNone20031014

After fixing the catalyst converter, it then goes out again requiring me to have it fixed again

NoNoN NoneNone20030421

After investigating "check engine light" over a period of 5 months, it was determined that a valve problem in the first cylinder was causing a lack of compression and poor engine performance. 2 oxygen sensors were replaced, as well as 8 valves and other parts, to solve the problem. We spent a total of $1791.78 before the car was fixed. We learned from our mazda dealer that a service bulletin was issued 6/10/98 that covered this problem. We complained to the dealership and the mazda area rep, and no reimbursement was issued. *ph

NoNoN NoneNone20030331

Check engine light illuminated and acceleration is poor.*mr enclosed are copies of the receipts and service bulletin issued in reference to the defective vehicle. *cb the consumer stated the problem was finally identified as a faulty valvein cylinder #1. *jb

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20020803

Airbag failed to deploy on both sides at 35mph while rear ending a van. Tore off bumper with airbag sensors clearly in view airbag light inside of vehicle was not on either. *ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20020701

Failure of the latches on both front seat allowing the seat to recline. During an accident where the vehicle was stopped. The vehicle was struck in rear causing the seat back to recline. The action trapped my wife's left foot under the seat. This caused severe contusion and abrasions.*ak

CrashNoN 1 InjuredNone20020506

While driving at 40 mph there was a direct frontal collision, and air bags did not deploy, causing injury to driver. *ak the seat belt failed during the accident. *yh

NoNoN NoneNone20020326

Lights kept coming on, overdrive sensor. Consumer was told by mechanic that it fuse was blown, it happened again. *ak

NoNoN NoneNone20010912

There was a severe whining noise coming from the right front wheel area, dealer found the g1 bearing was worn on the intermediate shaft to the right front axle, the noise continued to get louder and the dealer found the sway bar links to be defective, consumer is asking for reimbursement for the repairs made. *slc

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