Table 1 shows 13 common power train related problems of the 2000 Mazda Protege. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (ten problems). The second most common problem is related to the overdrive light on (five problems).
I just spent 2200 on repairs to my transmission. My vehicle had been lunging forward while I was driving and the repair shop thought it was the transmission. They found major damage to the transmission. It was fixed and now my vehicle is lunging forward again. It just started again today. Read details...
Own a 2000 Mazda Protege dx w/auto & air, 41k miles that was purchased new. Upon driving for 45 minutes on the highway, the o/d transmission light starts blinking. When I bring to the car to a stop, turn off the engine and restart, the light is no longer flashing. Read details...
While driving 50 mph check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that transmission needed to be replaced. Also, while applying the brake pedal vehicle failed to stop. Read details...