Letter from senator gillibrand on behalf of constituent re 1992 mazda protege. *smd the consumer is seeking reimbursement for an ignition switch replacement he paid for out-of-pocket.
The worst 1992 Mazda Protege problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Seat belts34
- Brakes5
- Electrical5
- Acceleration4
- Fuel system4
- Transmission4
- Seats3
- Engine2
- Visibility2
- Airbags1
- Locks1
- Suspension1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Mazda Protege
Recalls 1
Electrical system: ignition: switch
- What is wrong
- Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 1989-1998 MPV, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 MX-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 MX-6, and 1993-1998 626 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch may become conductive and overheat.
- Risk
- If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015. Owners may contact Mazda Customer Experience Center at 1‑800‑222‑5500, option#6. Mazda's number for this recall is 8715J.
Recall number 15V674000 · Recall details
See all 1 recalls for the 1992 Mazda Protege
Defect investigations
Auto restraint system fail
There is no summary currently available
EA94039
Auto restraint system fail
There is no summary currently available
PE94059
Technical service bulletins for the 1992 Mazda Protege 19
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a...
- Battery test procedure requirements
- Speedometer replacement procedure
- Experiencing popping noise from front brake caliper during slow speed braking
- Subject on passive seat belt retractor switch
- Conditions with steering wheel slightly off center
- Subject pertaining to mtx overhaul information
1992 Mazda Protege fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4‑cyl | FWD | 21-24 | 26-33 | 23-27 |
What 1992 Mazda Protege owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1992 mazda protege. When the contact attempted to start the vehicle, the ignition failed without warning. The failure was recurring. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v674000 (electrical system). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 92,000.
1. Automatic/passive restraint belt for drivers side had been acting sluggish e.g. Belt would hesitate when opening/closing door before moving to full open/closed position. 2. Belt is stuck/frozen in midway position of door. Driver has no adequate shoulder restraint in event of collision. 3. Contacted mazda manufacture but they state car VIN is not in u.s. Database. I was never notified about the federal safety agency campaign id number 97v211000 that identifies a problem with mazda vehicles 323 and mx3 that use the identical restraint system. My car was built in japan, shipped to europe and purchased new in months, belgium as u.s. Spec vehicle. This puts my car in a limbo status of it is a u.s. Spec car but was sold in europe and isn't covered by a u.s. Only recall. My complaint is that if car manufacturers are selling vehicles overseas to u.s. Military members who bring the cars back to the states then they should be required cover those vins as well for safety recalls etc.
While driving, road debris ruptured the vehicle fuel tank which resulted on a fire on the vehicle. The driver was severely burned about 30 percent of her body.
Driver's side automatic seat belt retractor broke. The cable has come completely off the track. The driver side seat belt is inoperable.
When driving at 25 MPH veicle accelerated without any warning.
Driver's side automatic seat belt retractor broke, it came completely off the track. Seat belt is inoperative.
Front driver shoulder restrain is not working properly. Dealer notified. Please provide further information.
Cable that moves shoulder restraint back and forth came out of its track creating a noose across the window shoulder belt is now inoperable
Passive restraint system on driver's side is disabled in forward position, laying across steering wheel. Mazda claims no responsibility because belt has failed in forward position. Please describe details.
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Questions about the 1992 Mazda Protege
Is the 1992 Mazda Protege reliable?
Owners have filed 63 complaints about the 1992 Mazda Protege, fewer than a typical Protege model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1992 Mazda Protege?
Seat belts, with 34 complaints. Next is brakes (5).
How many recalls does the 1992 Mazda Protege have?
1 recall, covering electrical system.
What year does the Mazda Protege have the most seat belts problems?
The Mazda Protege model years with the most seat belts complaints are 1994 (37 complaints), 1992 (34 complaints) and 1991 (27 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1992 Mazda Protege get?
Official estimates for the 1992 Mazda Protege range from 23 to 27 mpg combined. The most efficient version (1.8L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 21-24 city and 26-33 highway.
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