Tank Assembly Problems of Mazda Protege

Mazda Protege owners have reported 6 problems related to tank assembly (under the gasoline fuel system 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.

1 Tank Assembly problem of the 2001 Mazda Protege

Failure Date: 11/04/2013

The fuel tank has rusted and there is a noticeable gas smell.

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2 Tank Assembly problem of the 2003 Mazda Protege

Failure Date: 02/10/2011

Year 2003 Mazda Protege lx, gas tank leaking to the trunk.

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3 Tank Assembly problem of the 2002 Mazda Protege

Failure Date: 03/24/2003

Gas streaming from leaking gas tank from 2002 Mazda Protege5. Second incident, first occurred one day after initial delivery on Nov 2, 2001.

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4 Tank Assembly problem of the 1997 Mazda Protege

Failure Date: 10/27/1999

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. Also, windshield wiper blades malfunctioned/ fuse shorted out , causing radio, cd, and other electrical components to fail, and replaced canister.

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5 Tank Assembly problem of the 1997 Mazda Protege

Failure Date: 07/13/1999

Engine check light stays on while driving, creating a slight vacuum in the gas tank. Dealer replaced gas tank cap and canceled the code. Manufacturer has been notified.

6 Tank Assembly problem of the 1997 Mazda Protege

While filling tank, flames came out of tank, and vehicle caught on fire. Also, consumer was injured when vehicle was turned off. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further informaton.


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