NHTSA — Unknown Or Other Problems

3.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
36,000 miles

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1997 Mazda Protege miscellaneous problems

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1997 Mazda Protege Owner Comments

problem #3

Oct 152003

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  • Manual transmission
  • 108,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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

- Knightdale, NC, USA

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problem #2

Oct 271999

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  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine check light came on, and gas gauge malfunctioned. Vehicle hesitated when starting/ dealer replaced flywheel. Also, fuel tank was disconnected, and dealer replaced fuel tank. In addition, rpms increased by 500 rpms, and repaired wiring in jamme ddoor. Also, windshield wiper blades malfunctioned/ fuse shorted out, causing radio, cd, and other electrical components to fail, and replaced canister.

- Lewiston, ME, USA

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problem #1

Jul 131999

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  • miles
Engine check light stays on while driving, creating a slight vacuum in the gas tank. Dealer replaced gas tank cap and canceled the code. Manufacturer has been notified.

- Iawa Cita, IA, USA

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