2000 Mazda Protege problems
The Mazda Familia (Japanese: マツダ ファミリア, Matsuda Famiria), also marketed prominently as the Mazda 323, Mazda Protegé and Mazda Allegro, is a small family car that was manufactured by Mazda between 1963 and 2003. The Familia line was replaced by the Mazda3/Axela for 2004.
It was marketed as the Familia in Japan, which means "family" in Latin. For export, earlier models were sold with nameplates including: "800", "1000", "1200", and "1300". In North America, the 1200 was replaced by the Mazda GLC, with newer models becoming "323" and "Protegé". In Europe, all Familias sold after 1977 were called "323".
The Familia was also rebranded as the Ford Laser and Ford Meteor in Asia, Oceania, Southern Africa, some Latin American countries and, from 1991, as the Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer in North America. In addition, the Familia name was used as the Mazda Familia Wagon/Van, a badge-engineered version of the Nissan AD wagon (1994–2017) and Toyota Probox (2018–present).
Mazda Familias were manufactured in the Hiroshima Plant and also assembled from "knock-down kits" in various countries including Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Colombia, and New Zealand. Some of these plants kept manufacturing the Familia long after it was discontinued at home.
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Common 2000 Mazda Protege problems
The Mazda Protege, produced between 1963 and 2003, is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and overall value, making it an excellent choice for cost-conscious buyers. However, certain model years have been reported to have more issues than others. This article will focus on the 2000 Mazda Protege and its common problems based on complaints from owners.
The 2000 Mazda Protege has been reported to have several powertrain issues related to its automatic transmission. These issues can be dangerous and require immediate attention.
Another significant problem with the 2000 Mazda Protege is non-deployment of airbags. In one report, a front-end impact of at least 45 mph occurred without the braking, and the front airbags didn't deploy, resulting in serious injuries to the driver. This issue can be life-threatening and should be addressed as soon as possible.
The 2000 Mazda Protege has also been reported to have several complaints about the powertrain, tires, and service brakes. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and safety, and they should be addressed promptly.
The 2000 Mazda Protege has been reported to have several powertrain issues related to its automatic transmission. These issues can be dangerous and require immediate attention.
The 2000 Mazda Protege has also been reported to have several complaints about the powertrain, tires, and service brakes. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and safety, and they should be addressed promptly.
In summary, the 2000 Mazda Protege has several significant issues, including powertrain problems, non-deployment of airbags, and complaints about the powertrain, tires, and service brakes. These issues can affect the vehicle's performance and safety, and they should be addressed promptly. It is essential to address these issues as soon as possible to ensure the safety of the vehicle's occupants.
Is 2000 Mazda Protege a good car?
On the road, the Protege is a bit louder than expected, but it does provide a good drive. The suspension is equal in both performance and ride quality when compared to the other top cars found in this class. Both engines come with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.
Is Mazda Protege a reliable car?
The Mazda Protege, a compact car produced between 1963 and 2003, is a hidden gem in the used car market, particularly for those on a budget. This vehicle is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and overall value, making it an excellent choice for cost-conscious buyers.
What is the gas mileage on a 2000 Mazda Protege?
Based on data from 56 vehicles, 3,043 fuel-ups and 895,889 miles of driving, the 2000 Mazda Protege gets a combined Avg MPG of 28.55 with a 0.19 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 149 outliers (4.67%) removed.
What year did they stop making the Mazda Protege?
Interior room is spacious for a small sedan and includes a fairly comfortable rear seat. A four-door hatchback/wagon, called the Protegé5, joined the line. Large fog lights, wide tires, and exaggerated bodywork lend it a sportier appearance. It was discontinued after the 2003 model year, replaced by the Mazda 3.
2000 Mazda Protege car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Mazda Protege problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Air bags problems
- Service brakes problems
- Seat belts problems
- Hydraulic problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2000 Mazda Protege vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2000 Mazda Protege
The NHTSA has received 104 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2000 Mazda Protege. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2000 Mazda Protege vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-11-27
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2221Y0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TODAY WE GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DIDN'T COME OUT UNTIL AFTER MY GRANDAUGHTER'S FACE HIT THE WINDSHEILD.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-13
- VIN: JM1BJ2223Y0
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 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
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2213Y0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: AFTER DRIVING 2 MILES OR LESS THE RIGHT UNDERSIDE OF THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE AND NOW THE ENGINE IS BLOWN.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-18
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2213Y0
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 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?
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-01
- VIN: JM1BJ2224Y0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 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.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-23
- VIN: JM1BJ2233Y0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SAFELY AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-27
- VIN: JM1BJ2218Y0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ENGINE TOOK A LONG TIME TO START UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 138,000.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-05
- VIN: JM1BJ2220Y0
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE LEFT FRONT SEAT BELT WOULD NOT RELEASE. MY SPOUSE SPENT FIFTEEN MINUTES TRYING TO GET IT UNBUCKLED AND POPPED A BLOOD VESSEL IN HER THUMB TRYING TO RELEASE IT. GOING TO REPLACE IT AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS. WILL CONTACT DEALER TO SEE IF IT CAN BE WARRANTIED. THEY SHOULD, IT IS A SAFETY ITEM! *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-01-04
- VIN: JM1BJ2223Y0
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: ALL DOORS DO NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK WHEN ACTIVATED. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-23
- VIN: JM1BJ2227Y0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC
- Summary: PASSENGER VEHICLES LEFT SIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES DAMAGED, BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-15
- VIN: JM1BJ2222Y0
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THE DIM LIGHTS WENT OUT AND THE BRIGHT LIGHT INDICATOR CAME ON. FORTUNATELY THE BRIGHT LIGHTS WORKED, OR I WOULD HAVE BEEN DRIVING WITHOUT LIGHTS. THE TURN SIGNAL/LIGHT CONTROL WAND WAS REPLACED. ABOUT TWO MONTHS LATER THE PROBLEM REPEATED. IT WAS LATE WITHOUT MUCH TRAFFIC AND I DROVE HOME FOR 30 MILES WITH ONLY BRIGHT LIGHTS. THIS TIME I TOOK THE CAR TO THE MAZDA DEALER. THE WIRE CONTROLLING THE LIGHTS HAD OVER HEATED WHICH CAUSED THE WAND TO BURNOUT AND A WIRE CONNECTOR TO WARP. A NEW WIRE WAS THREADED FROM THE CONNECTOR THROUGH THE FIREWALL TO THE CONTROL WAND. THE LIGHTS ARE NOW WORKING. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-12
- VIN: JM1BJ221XY0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ON MAY 12, 2010 MY SON CALLED ME AT MY PHONE TO ADVISED ME THAT AS HE WAS DRIVING HIS 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE AND WITHOUT ANY REASON HIS FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE GAVE UP ALL AROUND THE OUTSIDE SIDE CENTER OF THE TIRE MAKING A BLOWOUT NOISE AND WENT FLAT. HE WENT TO A TIRE SERVICES CENTER AND THERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO TO REPAIR THE TIRE AND ALSO THEY RECOMMENDED HIM TO CHANGE ALL THE TIRES (KUMHO SOLUS HP/4/PLUS-P195/55//15. I JUST BOUGHT TWO OF THEM IN DECEMBER. I WROTE TO KHOMO TIRES WEB-SITE ASKING IF THERE IS ANY RECALL FOR THE TIRES AND WHAT KIND OF GUARANTEE IS THERE. I NEVER GOT A REPLY. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-20
- VIN: JM1BJ2229Y0
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: MY 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE LX HAS HAD SOME "MAJOR SURGERY" LATELY. ABOUT A YEAR AGO (EARLY 2008), WHEN BACKING UP ESPECIALLY, THE CAR WOULD MAKE A STRESS THEN POP NOISE ON THE RIGHT SIDE AND TOWARDS THE MIDDLE UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR. I WAS TOLD THIS AND THAT. I HAD NEW REAR STRUTS PUT ON, ALIGNMENTS, TIGHTENING OF THE SUSPENSION, ETC. SOME OF THESE WORKED TEMPORARILY. MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN AN "ACCIDENT" AT THE END OF DECEMBER 2008. WE HAD BAD SNOW AND ICE AND MY CAR'S LEFT FRONT TIRE HIT AN ICE RUT PRETTY GOOD. AFTER THAT, MY CAR POPPED AND POPPED. TURNS OUT, THE ENTIRE STEERING RACK AND EVERYTHING THAT GOES WITH IT HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN I DROVE THE CAR BACK TO WORK AFTER THE REPAIR, THE STICK SHIFT TURNED TO JELLO. I BARELY MADE IT BACK TO THE REPAIR SHOP WHERE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BUSHING HAD COME APART. WELL, NOW I HAVE BEEN BATTLING A CREAKY CLUTCH PEDDLE. WITH EACH RELEASE, IT CREAKS LIKE AN OLD HINGE AS IF IT'S TRYING TO GET BACK INTO POSITION. IT'S GETTING WORSE. I TALKED TO MECHANICS AND READ ON-LINE ABOUT IT. SOME SAY IT COULD BE THE FLUID RESERVOIR (HOW EMPTY IT IS) OR THIS SPRING THAT IS RUBBING ON ANOTHER COMPONENT. THE PEDAL FEELS OKAY, IT'S NOT LOOSE. I JUST NOW WONDER IF THIS IS COINCIDENTAL DUE TO THE REPAIR OF THE STEERING RACK AND WEAK BUSHING OF THE STICK SHIFT. AND FOR THE RECORD, THE MANUAL IN THE CAR IS FOR AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, NOT A 5SPD. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED IN 2001 WITH 24,000 MILES ON IT. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2216Y0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: I HAD BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT IN EARLY 2006 THAT WAS REPORTED TO THE POLICE AND WHEN I APPLIED MY BRAKES, THEY WERE NOT EFFECTIVE. I THOUGHT IT WAS THE TYPE OF TIRE I HAD ON MY CAR SO ABOUT 2 WEEKS AGO I SPENT 600 FOR TOP OF THE LINE TIRES. ON 11/17/2006, I WAS BEHIND A CAR THAT SLAMMED ON THEIR BRAKES AND WHEN I APPLIED MINE THEY DID NOT SLOW THE CAR DOWN SO I KEPT PUMPING THEM SO HARD I BRUISED MY FOOT AND CRASHED INTO THE PERSON IN FRONT OF ME TOTALING MY CAR. I HAD MY SEAT BELT ON BUT SINCE THERE WAS NO INDICATION THAT THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED, THE BELT REMAINED LOOSE AND MY HEAD SMASHED INTO THE WINDSHIELD SHATTERING IT. AFTER GIVING MY INFO TO THE DRIVER I HIT AND MAKING SURE THAT I WAS ALRIGHT, HE LEFT AND SAID NOT TO WORRY AS THE DAMAGE TO HIS CAR WAS MINIMAL AND HE COULD FIX IT HIMSELF. AN OFFICER DID ARRIVE AND NOTED THAT MY TIRE MARKS WERE EXTREMELY FAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND ALMOST UNDETECTABLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHICH SUPPORTED THE BRAKE FAILURE. I DON'T KNOW WHO I NEED TO CONTACT TO EXAMINE MY CAR TO DETERMINE THE BRAKE FAILURE BUT I NEED TO DO THIS BEFORE MY INSURANCE COMPANY CLAIMS THE CAR. ANY ASSISTANCE OR DIRECTION WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-11-11
- VIN: JM1BJ2212Y0
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I WAS UNABLE TO RELEASE THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT. I CRAWLED OUT UNDER IT AND EVENTUALLY GOT IT TO RELEASE. IT SEEMS TO WORK OK NOW BUT I'M NOW LEERY OF IT. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-10-06
- VIN: JM1BJ2226Y0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I JUST SPENT 2200 ON REPAIRS TO MY TRANSMISSION. MY VEHICLE HAD BEEN LUNGING FORWARD WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND THE REPAIR SHOP THOUGHT IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION. THEY FOUND MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION. IT WAS FIXED AND NOW MY VEHICLE IS LUNGING FORWARD AGAIN. IT JUST STARTED AGAIN TODAY. IF I HAD BEEN DRIVING TOO CLOSE TO SOMEONE, I WOULD HAVE HIT THEM. MAZDA NEEDS TO STEP UP AND FIX THIS AND DO A RECALL. NOW I HAVE TO GO AND LET THE SHOP TRY TO SEE WHY THIS IS GOING ON. I MAY BE OUT MORE MONEY. I HATE THIS CAR AND I WILL NEVER RECOMMEND MAZDA. AND JUST NOTE THIS VEHICLE ONLY HAS 59000 MILES. *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-20
- VIN: JM1BJ2226Y0
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I FEEL THAT MY 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE DX WITH 56,000 MILES ON IT IS A VERY UNSAFE VEHICLE. THIS VEHICLE HAS SUCH LOW MILES ON IT TO BE GIVING ME ANY TROUBLE. WHEN I AM DRIVING, THE VEHICLE FEELS AS IF IT IS GOING INTO OVERDRIVE BY ITSELF AND THEN RETURNS BACK TO NORMAL. MY OVERDRIVE LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE BECAUSE WHEN IT DOES THIS, IT LUNGES YOUR VEHICLE FORWARD. I HAVE NOT BEEN GOING VERY FAST WHEN THIS HAS HAPPENED. I AM VERY AFRAID TO DRIVE MY VEHICLE IN FEAR THAT AT A HIGHER SPEED, THIS COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT. I HAVE READ MANY COMPLAINTS THAT ARE SIMILAR AS MINE. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE ABOUT THIS. I HAVE NO WARRANTY ON MY VEHICLE AND REALLY DON'T HAVE THE MONEY TO FIX IT, BUT IT HAS TO BE DONE. FROM WHAT I HAVE READ ON THE INTERNET, MAZDA HAS PRODUCED A VERY POOR TRANSMISSION. I FEEL THAT THIS IS ONLY THE START. I AM HOPING THIS WILL NOT LEAD TO ME PUTTING IN A NEW TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION SHOP READ THE CODE AS SOLENOIDS. I HAVE AN APPOINTMENT AT THE TRANSMISSION SHOP TO GET THE SOLENOIDS REPLACED. THIS WILL COST ABOUT 400.00. I AM HOPING THAT THIS WILL FIX MY VEHICLE AND GIVE ME PEACE OF MIND. *JB
SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-28
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2228Y0
- Components: SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,TIRES
- Summary: LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING MY 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE NEW FROM THE DEALER I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE SERVICE DEPT. WHILE ACCELERATING, THE CAR WOULD JERK AND BUCK AS IF I HIT A BRICK WALL. THE CAR CONTINUED TO DO THIS. EACH TIME I COMPLAINED TO THE SERVICE DEPT. AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG. I ALSO CONTACTED MAZDA CORP. TO INQUIRE IF THERE WERE ANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OR RECALLS. I WAS ADVISED THAT MAZDA HAD NOT RECEIVED ANY SIMILAR COMPLAINTS. JUST SHY OF THREE YEARS OF OWNERSHIP I AGAIN TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER SERVICE DEPT WITH THE SAME PROBLEM CONCERNING THE CAR'S ACCELERATION. THIS WAS MY THIRD REQUEST TO HAVE THE DEALER LOOK INTO THE MATTER. AGAIN, I WAS TOLD NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH THE CAR. THE CAR'S ACCELERATION CONTINUED TO ACT UP. ON MAY 26, 2006, WITH 66097 MILES ON THE VEHICLE MY ACCELERATOR STUCK AND I STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE AND A CEMENT BASE LIGHT POLE. EACH TIME I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE TO SHIFT FROM REVERSE OR DRIVE, MY CAR WOULD TAKE OFF ON ITS OWN. I HAVE SENT THE NHTSA A DETAILED WRITTEN COMPLAINT VIA POSTAL MAIL. THAT COMPLAINT IS DATED JUNE 5, 2006. *NM THERE WAS A HIGH PITCHED NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE UPON ACCELERATION. THE VEHICLE NEEDED A FRONT END ALIGNMENT. THE CONSUMER A EXPERIENCED A FLAT TIRE, HOWEVER UPON OPENING THE TRUNK SHE DISCOVERED THE TOOL KIT WAS NOT THERE. ACCORDING TO THE OWNERS MANUAL THE TOOL KIT SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE. UPDATED 07/10/06. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-26
- Crash: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: 2000 PROTEGE LX ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS STUCK IN THE DEPRESSED POSITION. *TS AS A RESULT OF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKING THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. ON FEB 21, 2000 THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THE CONSUMER HEARD A HIGH PITCHED PING NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE NOISE. THE LEFT REAR DOOR LOCK ASSEMBLY WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATED AND JERK WHILE ACCELERATING.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-07
- VIN: JM1BJ2220Y0
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PULLED OVER BUT CONTINUED TO BE DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN INSPECTED, THE NUMBER 2 CYLINDER HAD BLOWN A SPARK PLUG THROUGH THE MOTOR. THE SPARK PLUG WAS IN 3 PIECES, THE PLUG WIRES WERE STILL CONNECTED TO THE TOP OF THE PLUG, THE THREADED PORTION OF THE PLUG WAS STILL IN THE CYLINDER, AND THE THIRD PIECE WAS INSIDE THE ENGINE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. UPDATED 05/30/2006. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-07
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AS I ACCELERATED TO 30 MPH, THE "O/D OFF" LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED AND THE SPEEDOMETER STAYED AT ZERO, EVEN THOUGH I WAS DRIVING AS FAST AS THE OTHER CARS ON THE STREET. IT FELT LIKE NEUTRAL GEAR. THE MANUAL INDICATES THE FLASHING LIGHT IS DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. I REMEMBERED THAT WITHIN A FEW MONTHS OF PURCHASING THIS NEW CAR, THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED DUE TO PECULIAR SOUNDS, SO I WORRY ABOUT THE QUALITY OF THIS COMPONENT SINCE I DO NOT DRIVE MUCH. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-09-17
- VIN: JM1BJ2226Y0
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER TREAD ON REAR TIRE SEPERATED. *TS *JB
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-05
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JM1BJ2229Y0
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: FRONT END IMPACT OF AT LEAST 45 MPH WITHOUT APPLYING BRAKES. ALMOST DIRECT FULL CONTACT WITH FRONT END (SLIGHTLY MORE ON ONE SIDE). FRONT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SEAT BELT RESTRAINED FORWARD MOTION BUT INJURY WAS INCURRED TO NECK AND BACK DUE TO FORCE OF COLLISION. *NM
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-07
- VIN: JM1BJ2221Y0
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: DT: THE CONTACT STATED THAT ABOUT A YEAR TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED. NOW THE ENGINE LIGHT IS COMING ON. THE BRAKES ARE NOT TIGHT ENOUGH AND THEY ARE NOT WORKING. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-01
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: OWN A 2000 MAZDA PROTEGE DX W/AUTO & AIR, 41K MILES THAT WAS PURCHASED NEW. UPON DRIVING FOR 45 MINUTES ON THE HIGHWAY, THE O/D TRANSMISSION LIGHT STARTS BLINKING. WHEN I BRING TO THE CAR TO A STOP, TURN OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTART, THE LIGHT IS NO LONGER FLASHING. I DO NOT DRIVE THE CAR FOR MORE THAN A FEW MINUTES AFTER THE O/D LIGHT STARTS FLASHING BEFORE LETTING THE CAR SIT FOR SEVERAL HOURS. THE TRANSMISSION FLUID ALSO GETS DIRTY AT AN ACCELERATED RATE VS. WHAT WOULD NORMALLY BE EXPECTED FOR A CAR. LAST FULL FLUSH AT 38K MILES, AND THE FLUID IS NOW BROWNISH-RED. TRANSMISSION SHOPS TELL ME I NEED A NEW TRANSMISSION FOR $1,500, BUT I CAN IMAGINE I'D NEED THAT ON A WELL-MAINTAINED JAPANESE CAR WITH 41K MILES. AT THIS POINT I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR FOR FEAR THE TRANSMISSION WILL FAIL (FROM WHAT I'VE BEEN TOLD) AT ANY MOMENT. I'VE HEARD THIS PROBLEM IS PREVALENT IN THE 626, AND ALSO HAPPENS IN THE PROTEGE. PLEASE HELP IN CREATING A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE.*JB
2000 Mazda Protege recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2000 Mazda Protege.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: MAZDA NORTH AMERICAN OPERATIONS
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME LEFT SIDE REAR BRAKE HOSES WERE DAMAGED DURING ASSEMBLY. BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE COULD OCCUR.
- Consequence: BRAKE PERFORMANCE WOULD BE DEGRADED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BRAKE HOSE AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE HOSE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN FEBRUARY 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MAZDA AT 1-800-222-5500.
Negative 2000 Mazda Protege car reviews
Positive 2000 Mazda Protege car reviews
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In late 2012, I made the wise decision to purchase my 2000 Protege with the proper 5-speed manual. Since then, I have experienced no mechanical problems whatsoever. The 1.6ZM Engine runs like clockwork and provides a zippy ride. Despite the car's somewhat comfortable ride, I believe it has the potential for even more power. Additionally, I have noticed some rust around the rear wheel arches. However, this is a common issue with Proteges due to Mazda's assembly process. Despite these minor setbacks, the Protege is one of the most reliable and tough vehicles out there.
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I have owned this car for nearly two years and it has been fantastic, except for a collision with a deer that occurred in October 2000. The handling is excellent and the acceleration is lively, while still providing a comfortable ride. The Bridgestone OEM tires perform well, but the car can be a bit noisy. At highway speeds, the car remains extremely stable, even in strong crosswinds. The stereo with CD player is impressive for an OEM system. If you are searching for a good used car, this is definitely worth considering!
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Other than minor recalls, this car is just as dependable as any of its Japanese counterparts. Its performance/price ratio is actually higher than the competition by a good bit. The ES's interior is clean, tightly finished, and nicely laid out.
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my experience with the Protege ES that I purchased back in July 2000. Since then, I've put 37K miles on it and I must say, it's been a solid and well-built car. Not to mention, it's quick and has a great look to it. One of the things I love about it is that it's not as common as some of the other small-medium sedans out there, like the Honda Civic or Corolla. This is actually the second Protege we've owned, the first being a 1991 LX model. If you're in the market for a great car that won't break the bank, I highly recommend checking out your local Mazda dealer. Thanks for reading!
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I researched three cars (Honda, Toyota, and Mazda) for about three months and ultimately decided on the 2000 Protege LX, which only had 20,400 miles and is a snappy, tight little car. In my opinion, the Protege LX has the same, if not better, performance than the more expensive Toyota and Honda models, and it's made in Japan too. It purrs like a kitten!
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Nov 29, 2007 ... You need to have the system monitored by a tech using a scan tool that can watch th various sensor readings. He should be able to determine ...
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Dane Hoeger 2024-10-29
This was my first new car. Although I regret the purchase, I learned a lot from the experience. In hindsight, I should have gotten a Corolla, but I appreciate the lessons I learned from this car. The gas mileage is not great for a small 1.6L auto, but it has been reliable and has never broken down on me. I did have the rad replaced twice under warranty, but I appreciate the manufacturer's commitment to customer satisfaction. At 3 years, I noticed rust on the bottom front passenger side door, and now I have rust inside both rear wheel wells due to the harsh winters where I live. Unfortunately, the AC no longer works and never blew very cold, but I still appreciate the car's interior and trunk space. The CD player is extremely finicky, sometimes it plays and sometimes not, but I think it might be related to temperature and humidity. The volume goes up when turning it down, and some dash lights in the tach are blown, but overall, I still appreciate the car's reliability.
Geovany Orn 2024-10-15
There seems to have been a factory defect in the way a front knuckle was put in the steering column, but after several attempts, the dealership was able to fix it. Despite a few repairs, it's a good little car. We recently had to replace the catalytic converter, starter, and flywheel, and we've noticed that the brakes wear out quickly even though we drive very conservatively.
Maynard Schneider 2024-07-27
The car had a good solid feel during the first 2 years, but unfortunately, after that, things went downhill. The radio volume control doesn't work properly, making it hard to control the volume, and the auto memory doesn't work either. Additionally, there is rust on most Mazdas of the same year, specifically on the right side passenger door and trunk. The passenger mirror is also prone to being ripped off easily. Furthermore, there have been engine problems, with the RPM not being stable, and the automatic door lock has failed for one of the doors. Lastly, the AC has a leak and the ABS module has failed. Despite these issues, I hope this information helps you make an informed decision.
Noah Kertzmann 2024-01-25
I bought my car brand new and have had no problems in the 5 years I've owned it. Everything has always worked perfectly, and I particularly enjoy the excellent steering feel and how well it corners. The stiff springs are also a plus. It's able to carry 4 people without any noticeable extra weight. With a stick shift, I can get about 30 miles per gallon in the worst city conditions and up to 40 miles per gallon on the highway with careful driving and frequent use of 5th gear. I always use 92 octane gas to avoid any knocking when accelerating uphill and to ensure the engine lasts longer. The only downside is that road noise can be high on coarse surfaces.