Mazda Protege owners have reported 2 problems related to gas recirculation valve (egr valve) (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Mazda Protege based on all problems reported for the Protege.
: the contact stated while traveling 60 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle lost power. After a few seconds, the engine regained power but the light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, where the egr valve and catalytic converter were replaced, but the problem persisted.
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The contact stated that one hour after he purchased the vehicle the check engine light came on. He had it checked by a mechanic, and it was determined that catalytic converter failed. It was fixed because it was under warranty. The egr valve needed to be fixed. The Mazda dealership gave consumer an estimate for over $200. 00, and they will not fix it because it is not covered under the warranty. The Mazda dealership where he purchased the vehicle said they would fix it under the warranty but he has to take the time to bring the vehicle back there again.
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