Table 1 shows two common seat belt related problems of the 1999 Mazda Protege.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems |
Passenger side rear seat belt automatic locking retractor does not stay locked, making it impossible to safely install a child safety seat. The seat belt was rarely if ever used until the car seat was installed.
Driver's seat belt buckle failed to unlatch. Driver had to crawl out of belt to get free. Dealer notified and replaced belt.