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2003 Mazda Protege Other Problems

Other complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Mazda Protege has 5 NHTSA other complaints and 0 other-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Mazda Protege

Engine
38
Seat Belts
15
Powertrain
11
Airbags
10
Steering
7
Suspension
7
Brakes
7
Tires
5
Other
5
Lights
3
Seats
3
Fuel System
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Other Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jun 2, 2006CHILD SEATDT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE INSTALLING THE INFANT CHILD SEAT THE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ON THE BASE BRO...
Apr 9, 2006EQUIPMENTFLAT TIRE CAUSED ME TO USE JACK THAT CAME WITH MY CAR, AFTER PLACING IT CORRECTLY UNDER MY CAR AND L...
Nov 15, 2004EQUIPMENT2003 MAZDA PROTEGE RADIO SEEMS TO BE DEFECTIVE. DEALER REPLACED RADIO THAT HAD A NONFUNCTIONAL VOLUM...
Feb 20, 2004EQUIPMENTTHE STEREO UNIT ON THE MAZDA SPEED PROTEGE IS VERY DEFECTIVE. THIS UNIT IS MANUFACTURED BY KENWOOD. ...
Feb 4, 2003UNKNOWN OR OTHERRPM NEEDLE JUMPS FROM 700 RPMS TO 3000 RPMS WHEN STOPPED FOR NO REASON AND FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE OR W...

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