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1996 Mazda Protege

Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Mazda Protege. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. After that come brakes (11%) and seat belts (8%).

At a glance

Complaints
91 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Air bags 28% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
23 to 30 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 91 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Mazda Protege. Air bags is the most reported problem area, at 27% of complaints. After that come brakes (11%) and seat belts (8%).

  • Air bags 27%
  • Brakes 11%
  • Seat belts 8%
  • Transmission 7%
  • Cruise control 4%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1996 Mazda Protege

Recalls

The 1996 Mazda Protege is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 1996 Mazda Protege

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1996 Mazda Protege. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 30 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 27 city / 35 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

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