Mazda Protege owners have reported 14 gasoline fuel system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common gasoline fuel system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tank assembly (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's fuel delivery (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tank Assembly problems | |
| Fuel Delivery problems | |
| Gasoline Fuel System problems | |
| Fuel Injection problems | |
| Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems |
The fuel tank has rusted and there is a noticeable gas smell. Read details...
Engine loses power significantly or sometimes goes upto 5000rpm in 5 mph speed without any sign. Stalls middle of a street without any sign, as well. Air flow sensor was replaced by Mazda's expense on August 15. Read details...
The car began to shutter and dropped from 50 to 25 in seconds. The check engine light (cil) starting flashing and the car began to stutter like it was going to die, I pulled to the side of the road and the car died. Read details...
I have had two occurrences of screws from the butterfly valves on the vtcs system from the intake of my 2003 Mazda Protege 5 coming loose and being sucked into the combustion chamber of the vehicle. Each instance has caused the piston to knock the screw into the spark plug, thereby causing failure Read details...
Engine check light came on, and gas gauge malfunctioned. Vehicle hesitated when starting/ dealer replaced flywheel. Also, fuel tank was disconnected, and dealer replaced fuel tank. In addition, rpms increased by 500 rpms, and repaired wiring in jamme ddoor. Read details...