CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Mazda Protege has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 102 complaints with NHTSA, including 25 crashes, 3 fires, 21 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (32 reports).
2000 Mazda Protege recalls
Most common 2000 Mazda Protege problems
Problem areas named in the 102 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 32 |
| Air Bags | 26 |
| Seat Belts | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 8 |
| Tires | 7 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Seats | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Suspension | 4 |
What owners report
TODAY WE GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DIDN'T COME OUT UNTIL AFTER MY GRANDAUGHTER'S FACE HIT THE WINDSHEILD.
MY CAR GOES IN AND OUT OF OD BY ITS SELF AND THE OD BUTTON DOES NOT WORK WHILE IM DRIVING AND THE OD LIGHT FLASHES WHEN IT GOES ON AAND STOP WHEN IT DEACTIVATES IT SELF
AFTER DRIVING 2 MILES OR LESS THE RIGHT UNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE AND NOW THE ENGINE IS BLOWN.
I DROVE THE CAR FOR 2 MILES AND THE LEFT UNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE, NOW THE ENGINE IS DEAD AND IN NEED OF A NEW ENGINE?
CAR DOES NOT START UNLESS YOU JIGGLE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING KEY OR PUMPING GAS PEDAL. HAD BATTERY CHECKED AS WELL AS STARTER AND IGNITIION SWITCH REPLACED BUT HAS NOT SOLVED PROBLEM.
2000 Mazda Protege questions
Does the 2000 Mazda Protege have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2000 Mazda Protege: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mazda Protege?
Based on 102 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (32), Air Bags (26), Seat Belts (8).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 Mazda Protege has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.