1999 Mazda Protege transmission problems

Filed Nov 25, 2008 · Transmission · 75,000 miles · CA

Problem mazda transmission failure .mazda protege 1999 this car had a major engine overhaul recent about a year from now. One month after overhaul transmission failed. Mazda refused to be responsible for this failure. Transmission was replaced at owner expense exactly one year after that transmission was fixed failure again . Again transmission not covered out of warranty. Estimate as to how much has been spent so far $3,500. As of now I cant drive this car because the car cant be moved due to malfunction. After research online I have found this VIN number on this mazda has had issues with transmission failure at off lamp flashing no shift condition 3rd gear shift ration set erratic shifts issues with transmission issues etc. I personally feel they should compensate or at least try and help to get this resolved and they refuse to admit they have an issue with the transmissions on this car VIN very bad practice this should be a recall or at least try and help pay for all these damages I don't think I should have to buy a car transmission every year because they don't want to admit or take any responsibility with this "known issue" I called mazda they said I have to pay all damages on transmission I don't drive alot car is driven very minimal work and back.

Filed Jan 7, 2005 · Transmission · 33,818 miles · MD

I am now having to put the 3rd transmission in my 99 mazda protege, the first two were at mazda expense and I feel the 3rd should be as well since this is a known problem with this vehicle and this model.

Filed Mar 19, 2004 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · IL

I owned a 1999 mazda protege that had the original transmission replaced at 49500 miles. Approximately 24 months later at 85000 miles, the replacement transmission went out as well. In both instances the problems was the axle breaking the restraining clip causing the transmission to move out of position. The transmission would then leak causing slipping and lurching. The replacement transmission installed by the dealer was a rebuilt transmission that only had a 12/12000 warranty.

Filed Jan 26, 2004 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · WI

Clutch failure. This is the second time clutch failed. First time at 57k, now at 149k. First time was fixed at mazda dealership, both replaced with mazda clutch parts. Highway miles used majority of time.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Transmission · 68,000 miles · MD

My car started with unintentional acceleration last feb. 2003. Then it started to fell like the gears were slipping. The problem was intermittent. I took it into the dealer and they could find no problem. Now, it is oct. 2003 and the transmission has failed. Last night the car got stuck in low gear and will not reverse. The RPM go up when you try to accelerate, but the car will not go past 10 miles an hour. Right now the car is at the dealer's shop and I am mad!!! I am a single mom who bought the car new. I've had all maintenance, and I wanted a car that would last for 10 years. Now I feel cheated by mazda!!

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Airbags, Transmission · 33,125 miles · AR · crash

The above description is the first time the transmission had been repaired. Now at 47,000 miles, the transmission is out again. Joey

Filed Sep 16, 2003 · Transmission · 40,000 miles · NV

1999 mazda protege with 40k miles automatic transmission. Car purchased new and cared for, at recent service vehicle was tested and found to have slippage in 2nd and 3rd gear and trans will not "lock up". Rebuild starts at $1700 and goes up. Mazda seems to have problems relating to transmissions and not standing behind their products. Transmission shop indicates mazda's transmissions are extremely expensive to repair (as much as lexus).

Filed Aug 21, 2003 · Transmission · 57,000 miles · LA

The car hesitates before taking off after stopping. When it does switch into the right gear and move forward, it is as if you have been hit in the rear because it jerks forward hard. The car then does not accelerate very well.

Filed Jul 25, 2003 · Transmission · 32,612 miles · CT

Problems with vehicle transmission.*mr the vehicle's transmission had to be replaced a 32600 miles. The vehicle's warranty had expired and the consumer had to pay for the replacement. The consumer request reimbursement.

Filed Jun 4, 2003 · Transmission · NC

While driving at 55mph, suddenly intermittently the overdrive light was on, engine slowed down to 40mph. Dealer has inspected vehicle three times and could not duplicate or correct the problem.