1997 Mazda Protege brakes problems

11 complaints (17% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 11
of this car's complaints: 17%
crashes: 2
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Foundation components: disc: rotor
2
Foundation components: disc: caliper
2
Foundation components: disc
2
Foundation components
2
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
2
Foundation components: disc: pads
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Mazda Protege brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1997 Mazda Protege owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 22, 2010 · Brakes · 99,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mazda protg dx. The contact stated that after taking his vehicle in for routine inspection, the mechanic informed him that both the front and rear brakes were rusted. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that all the brake lines were rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 99,000. Updated 02/11/11 *bf updated 11/30/2011

Filed Dec 18, 2001 · Brakes, Lights · MD

Brake caliper pins rusted out due to moisture coming into contact with the pins, and causing the calipers to work erratically. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer was aware of problem. Consumer added that calipers were exhibiting a click and popping noise, dealer replaced calipers. Customer states dome light failed.

Filed Aug 13, 2000 · Airbags, Brakes · PA · crash

1) airbag didnt deploy during a right angle (t bone) accident at an intersection .. The driver (me) systained head and face / chest injuries. 2) since new the right rear brake on my non ABS car lockes up very easily, and has caused a spin out in several cases, on wet surfaces. A dealer tried to do something, but it has not corrected the problem. Further, when I wrote mazda customer service hq, they simply said to go back to a dealer for their judgement / action to correct the problem.

Filed Jun 28, 2000 · Brakes · MD

When applying the brakes on wet pavement pedal goes to the floor, resulting in exetended stopping distance. Please give any further details.

Filed Aug 4, 1999 · Brakes · CA

Braking system malfunctioned. Had to replace brake rotors and pads several times. This could have resulted in extended stopping distance. Please provide further information and VIN#.

Filed May 27, 1999 · Body, Brakes · AL

Axle dampner / boot are loose, causing roaring noise from transmission.

Filed Mar 15, 1999 · Brakes · VA

Brake pad failure again at 360000

Filed Jan 5, 1999 · Brakes · FL

At 18,000 miles the front brake rotors are completely warped and cannot be turned, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

Filed Sep 30, 1998 · Airbags, Brakes · SC · crash

While driving 30-35 MPH the anti-lock brakes locked up, causing vehicle to slide into vehicle ahead. The front end of vehicle was smashed, and the there was no deployment of the driver's or passenger's side air bags. The weather was sunny and dry at the time of the crash. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time.

Filed Oct 20, 1997 · Brakes · CA · 2 injuries

Brakes failed, resulting in accident.

Questions about the 1997 Mazda Protege brakes

Does the 1997 Mazda Protege have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the brakes of the 1997 Mazda Protege, 17% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1997 Mazda Protege brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Mazda Protege brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Mazda Protege have bad brakes?

The Mazda Protege model years with the most brakes complaints are 1995 (12 complaints), 1997 (11 complaints) and 2002 (11 complaints).