Mazda Protege
Model Year Comparison
- Worst Model Year
- 1995
- Worst Category
- engine Problems
Here are total complaints by model year for the Mazda Protege. Overall the worst problem category is Mazda Protege engine problems.
Although the 2002 Mazda Protege has the most overall complaints, we rate the 1995 model year as worse because of other possible factors such as higher repair cost or more problems at lower mileage. The most-reported problem is also with the 2002 Mazda Protege for caliper and brake issues.
Worst Mazda Protege Problems
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#1: Air Bags Deployed On Their Own, With No Accident 1995 Protege
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $4,100
- Average Mileage:
- 120,000 mi
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#2: Voltage Regulator Damages Alternator And Battery 2000 Protege
- Average Cost to Fix:
- N/A
- Average Mileage:
- 40,000 mi
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#3: AC Not Working 2002 Protege
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $600
- Average Mileage:
- 94,000 mi