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1997 Mazda Protege

Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Mazda Protege. Brakes is the most reported problem area, at 13% of complaints. After that come air bags (12%) and transmission (9%).

At a glance

Complaints
103 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Brakes 13% of complaints
Recalls
1
Fuel economy
23 to 29 MPG combined

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

Problems owners report

Owners have filed 103 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Mazda Protege. Brakes is the most reported problem area, at 13% of complaints. After that come air bags (12%) and transmission (9%).

  • Brakes 13%
  • Air bags 12%
  • Transmission 9%
  • Cruise control 8%
  • Engine 8%

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1997 Mazda Protege

Recalls

The 1997 Mazda Protege is affected by 1 safety recall campaign in NHTSA's records.

All 1 recall campaigns for the 1997 Mazda Protege

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1997 Mazda Protege. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 29 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 26 city / 33 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Protege