Mazda Protege 2003
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2003 Mazda Protege, manufacturered by Auto Alliance International, Usa.
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Compact Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.
Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
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Mazda | 1YV | Regular |
City MPG | Highway MPG | CO2 emissions |
21 - 22 MPG | 27 - 28 MPG | 370.29 - 386.39 g/mile |
Use the box here to look up VINs from Mazda as well as other manufacturers
Sub-models: - Protege 5 - Protege/protege5 - Protege/protege 5 -
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What is the MPG of a 2003 Mazda Protege?
- The 2003 Mazda Protege has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 21 - 22 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 27 - 28 MPG.
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What is the fuse box diagram for the 2003 Mazda Protege?
- Fuse box diagrams for the 2003 Mazda Protege can be found here
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What is the annual fuel cost for the 2003 Mazda Protege?
- EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2003 Mazda Protege is $2250.
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Where is the 2003 Mazda Protege produced?
- The 2003 Mazda Protege is produced in Hiroshima Dc, Japan.
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Are there recalls for the 2003 Mazda Protege?
- There are 3 recall(s) for the 2003 Mazda Protege, additional information is below.
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How much horsepower does the 2003 Mazda Protege have?
- The 2003 Mazda Protege has 117 horsepower.
- 1.6L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 1.6L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
- 2L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic
- 2L 4 cylinder 4-speed automatic with select shift
- 2L 4 cylinder 5-speed manual
Recall 85850 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 38125 [USA]: Lack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Recall 37958 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.
Automatic 4-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege/protege 5
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Automatic 4-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.3962 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2250 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 28 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 20 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Vehicle record id 18551 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Protege/protege 5 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Transmission Automatic 4-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 27.4 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 38.5 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP 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/protege 5
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -4750 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.9352 City mpg for fuel type 1, 21 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 23 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2900 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Premium Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Premium Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 27 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 20 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Vehicle record id 18552 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Protege/protege 5 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 26.2 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 37.9 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -4750 Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format) Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 2013 Manual 5-spd Front-Wheel Drive Protege/protege 5
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Manual 5-spd You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.3962 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2250 Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable) Regular Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel. Regular Gasoline Highway mpg for fuel type 1, 28 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 20 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Vehicle record id 18553 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Protege/protege 5 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Transmission Manual 5-spd Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 27.8 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 39.3 EPA vehicle size class Compact Cars You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 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 (S4) Front-Wheel Drive Protege/protege 5
Description Data Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Transmission Automatic (S4) You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP Description Data Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 1 12.3962 City mpg for fuel type 1, 22 Combined mpg for fuel type 1, 24 Engine cylinders 4 Engine displacement in liters 2.0 Drive axle type Front-Wheel Drive Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($) 2250 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, 28 Hatchback luggage volume (cubic feet) 20 Hatchback passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Vehicle record id 18554 4 door luggage volume (cubic feet) 13 Model name (carline) Protege/protege 5 Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicle Y If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting mode false 4-door passenger volume (cubic feet) 93 Transmission Automatic (S4) Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 1 27.4 Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 1 38.5 EPA vehicle size class Compact 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 -1500 Transmission descriptor; for information see the fueleconomy.gov details CLKUP 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
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- 01-006-21-3779b - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Battery maintenance: 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.
- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 07-002-19-3616 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (a/c) system is operating. It is most noticeable when the a/c is first turned on. This odor is the result of mold growth in the a/c evaporator/cooling unit which is
- 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
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- 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
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- 00-001-19-3560 - 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 man
- 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-
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- 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
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- 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
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- 0800306 - AIR BAGS: Non genuine accessories affect air bag operation. *kb
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- 3005C - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE: The tightening torque of the screws used for mounting the intake manifold shutter valve may have been lower than the specification, causing rough idling, noise and/or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination to engine misfiring adverse
- 06012004 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Programmable module installation. ( 2004 mazda b series) *jb
- 00204 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Evaporative emmissions and reciver adapters. *eh
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- 0901404 - STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE: Unusual noise and/or excessive effort required when operating liftgate. *tt
- 0500204 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: Cracking of the a/t gear indicator lettering plate. Models to include are mazda protege5 2001-2003. *tt
- 0900104 - VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR: Port or dealer installed auto-dimming (electro-chromic) mirror, with electronic compass, ambient temperature. *mr
- 0100904 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Engine hard to start. *mr
- 0004123 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): B28 and later pcm calibration update information. Repair information review1. *tt
- 0102803 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Malfunction indicator light (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) P0507 stored in memory. Various models including the mp3, and mazdaspeed 2001-2003. *tt
- 0700503 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: A/c switch light goes out and / or flashes with fan control speed in number 2 position. *ph
- 0200303 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR: A clunk/knock noise can be heard from the rear stabilizer bar when driving over uneven road surface such as speed bumps. 2001 mp3 protege & 2003-2003.5 mazdaspeed protege. *tt
- 0102203 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Hesitation and/or intermittent stumble under acceleration. *tt update. *tt
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- 0100403 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Engine rattle noise at 1000 - 3000 rpm cold engine. *tt
1 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 |
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Air Bag Loc Front | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
Body Class | Sedan/Saloon |
Cooling Type | Water |
DisplacementCC | 1991 |
DisplacementCI | 122.04748818946 |
DisplacementL | 2.0 |
Doors | 4 |
Engine Configuration | In-Line |
Engine Cylinders | 4 |
EngineHP | 117 |
EngineHP_to | 133 |
EngineKW | 87.2469 |
Engine Manufacturer | Mazda |
Engine Model | FSD |
Error Text | 0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct |
Fuel Type Primary | Gasoline |
Make | MAZDA |
MakeID | 473 |
Manufacturer | MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION |
Manufacturer Id | 1041 |
Model | Protege |
ModelID | 5410 |
Model Year | 2003 |
NCSA Body Type | 4-door sedan, hardtop |
NCSA Make | Mazda |
NCSA Model | 323/GLC/ Protégé/ Protégé5 |
Plant City | HIROSHIMA |
Plant Company Name | Mazda Motor Corporation |
Plant Country | JAPAN |
Seat Belts All | Manual |
Series | Sedan |
VIN | JM1BJ225330208310 |
Vehicle Descriptor | JM1BJ225*30 |
Vehicle Type | PASSENGER CAR |
Crash | Fire | Towed | Injured | Deaths | Failure Date |
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No | No | N | None | None | 20200228 |
Rough idle causing to stall while driving, check engine light on for cylinder misfire, found cylinder 4 with a bent spark plug with the gap closed. Replaced all 4 plugs car ran fine for a few months only to have the same issue cylinder misfire with cylinder 4 with another bent plug gap closed. Possible something loose inside cylinder 4 causing the misfire issues to the plug. Mileage 130,280
No | No | N | None | None | 20200227 |
Rough idle causing to stall while driving, check engine light on for cylinder misfire, found cylinder 4 with a bent spark plug with the gap closed. Replaced all 4 plugs car ran fine for a few months only to have the same issue cylinder misfire with cylinder 4 with another bent plug gap closed. Possible something loose inside cylinder 4 causing the misfire issues to the plug. Mileage 130,280
No | No | N | None | None | 20200122 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda protege. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine and timing belt needed to be replaced. The engine was taken apart and the mechanic found a screw inside of the intake valve. The vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.
No | No | N | None | None | 20200121 |
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 mazda protege. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine and timing belt needed to be replaced. The engine was taken apart and the mechanic found a screw inside of the intake valve. The vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 188,000.
No | No | N | None | None | 20190531 |
2003 mazda protege would not pass 2019 virginia safety inspection due to defective passenger side airbag. Dealer cannot replace because mazda has discontinued that part. Under virginia law, car cannot be operated without valid inspection certificate. Inspection disclosed no other disqualifying conditions.
No | No | N | 1 Injured | None | 20160229 |
2003 mazda protege 5 was traveling approximately 45mph and struck a moving vehicle in the rear quarter panel. No air bag was deployed in the mazda protege 5. The other vehicle's airbags deployed.
No | No | N | None | None | 20150701 |
Severe rusting of left and right rear quarter panels leading into rear of rocker panels due to poor rust protection from factory.
No | No | N | None | None | 20150524 |
The driver side seat belt latch is no longer working. There appears to be broken parts in the female part.
No | No | N | None | None | 20141201 |
I was pulling up to my residence when the seat belt popped out of the receiver by itself.. I tried to re-latch the seat belt and it would not latch. I attempted a few more times and the seat belt receiver completely fell apart.. *tr
Common OBD-II Error Codes
VIN | Year | Model | Manufactured In |
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JM1BJ225330208310 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ226931102284 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ245731218698 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ245931150453 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ245831181404 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225531124953 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ246531114283 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ246031130505 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225330153843 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ226231160009 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225330195252 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ245531207599 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ245231109565 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ226131208230 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225X30177394 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ225330135097 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ225X30133492 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ227830649979 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ245131107998 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225831209983 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ225230115181 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |
JM1BJ245931142384 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ246631122120 | 2003 | Protege | YAMAGUCHI HOFU, JAPAN |
JM1BJ226830148579 | 2003 | Protege | HIROSHIMA , JAPAN |