KnownCarProblemsMazda Protege Problems by Year
Owners have filed 370 complaints with NHTSA about the Mazda Protege since the 2000 model year. The years with the most are 2003, 2000, 2002. The most common problem overall: engine.
Counts are not adjusted for sales: popular years collect more complaints, and recent years have had less time to.
Mazda Protege problems by model year
| Year | Complaints | Top problem | Recalls | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Protege | 120 | Engine | 0 | 16 |
| 2002 Protege | 98 | Seat belts | 0 | 12 |
| 2001 Protege | 50 | Air bags | 1 | 12 |
| 2000 Protege | 102 | Transmission | 1 | 25 |
2 recalls in total across these years. Years with fewer than 25 complaints have no separate page.
Questions about the Mazda Protege
- What years of the Mazda Protege have the most problems?
- By owner complaints to NHTSA: 2003 (120), 2000 (102), 2002 (98).
- What is the most common problem with the Mazda Protege?
- Across all model years, owners complain most about the engine (67), transmission (64), air bags (55).
- Which Mazda Protege years have the fewest complaints?
- Among model years at least four years old: 2001 (50), 2002 (98), 2000 (102). Fewer complaints can also mean fewer cars sold, so compare with sales before you decide.