We found the following complaints for MAZDA PROTEGE (1996)
Read complaints for MAZDA PROTEGE (1996)
No deployment of air bags during vehicle collision.
Consumer's vehicle was rear ended whilestopping at a traffic light, which caused a chain reaction with two other vehicles. Consumer's head impacted the steering wheel , the seat back, and then the steering wheel again. Upon impact,air bags failed to deploy.
When vehicle was traveling at 55 mph on interstatea van crashed into the rear of the vehicle. Bothfront seatbacks collapsed.the vehicle was totalled.
No deployment of neither driver nor passenger side air bags when consumers vehicle impacted another vehicle in the rear.nlm
Airbag did not inflate when consume hit a telephone pole causing him to hit the steering wheel and sustain chest pain.
Upon impact, during frontal crash, 2:00 on front bumper,hit telephone pole, dual airbags failed to deploy, driver hit steering wheel.
Driving at least 30 mph hit telephone post head-on, but only passenger's airbag deployed. Driver's side did not deploy, causing very serious injuires.
While the vehicle was parked it was struck from behind at 55 mph,the driver'sand, passenger's side air bags did not deploy.
Upon impact, during frontal crash,hit telephone pole, 2:00 on front bumper, dual airbags failed to deploy, driver hit steering wheel.
During vehicle collision driver's side airbag did not inflate properly, resulting in chest injuries to consumer. Mjs
Abs:when applied, brake pedal went to floor, vehicle rearended another vehicle, airbags did not deploy.dealer replaced rotors/pads.also, shoulder/lap belts did not hold occupants. Please provide vin.
Consumer was involved in 35 mph frontal collision in which the driver's or passenger's air bags did not deploy.please give any further details.
Violent deployment of driver's/passenger's air bags during a crash, resulting in injuries.
Inarear endcollision with another truck neither air bag deployed. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.
Frontal collision,impact 12:00 position , 23mph, dual airbags did not deploy.
During collision driver's air bag did not inflate properly resulting in injury to consumer (chest).
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision at 45 mph and the airbags did not deploy. The manufacturer has been notified about the incident.
While driving experienced suddenly cv joint failure when it broke in steering column, causing loss of steering control, hit telephone pole; also, upon impact dual airbags failed to deploy, 2:00 on front bumper, driver's seat shoulder harness failed to retract enough.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision and the airbags did not deploy. The dealer has been notified.
The drivers air bag failed to deploy during an accident in which the vehicle sustained heavy damage.(attorney for client)
After hitting a pothole, the driver's and passenger's side air bags deployed without any reason.
While driving on a two-lane highway travelling 45mph, and 2 cars ahead,another vehicle was makingsuddena turn, consumer slammed on brakes, and rear ended vehicle in front. Upon impact,neither airbag deployed.
During collision driver's air bag did not inflate properly resulting in injury to consumer (chest). Mjs
The airbag sensor light has come on intermittently. Dealer has vehicle right now. Dealer says airbag may deploy without cause.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision in whichdriver's air bag did not deploy, cause unknown, it has not been determined ifvehicle was equipped with a passenger air bag.please give any further details.
Our problem is with the car seat we bought. It is a cosco alpha omega with a over head shield on it. The overheadshield, where it attaches to the seat comes off often, and parts have fallen out.this perticular seat , with the over head shield, should be removed from stores. Many people have had this same complaint and the fact that the shield comes off so easily is a danger to the child.
My problem is the plastic part i hook the two the two straps together with.my 2 year old son is capable of removing this.he is then only secured in with 3 points on the seat.i would like to know how to proceed with concern.i have spoken to evenflo.i didnt receive the help to resolve my problem.
After spilling a drink in the cupholder, the engine stalled out due to the computer being under the cup holder. The computer has to be replaced.
When outside lights are turned on, all lights inside will go out, dealer repaired the electrical wiring.
Car started smoking & within less than 10 minutes the fire that started under the hood had half the car engulfed in flames, within 25 minutes the whole car was completely burned up from front to back.
My 1996 mazda protege lx (1.5 liter engine) suffers from such extreme engine vibration that the car has recently become practically undriveable despite its low mileage of 83,000k and a good maintenance history. The car shakes severely when starting, jerks severely when shifting gears and is surging almost uncontrollably at various times. It is unsafe and i have been told that all engine mounts must be replaced at this time. In looking at the vechicle history, there has been manufacturer service bulletins about excessive engine vibration. I believe this to be a significant manufacturer defect that causes unsafe conditions and undue burden and expense to consumers. The estimate future expense to me is close to $1,000.00.
Check engine light comes on, due to possible engine failure.
Engine not powerful enough to propel vehicle. *sd
Emission part failed.
Air conditioner coil failed
Air conditionerfailed.
Air conditioner and heating fan do not work.
During installation of a/c unit o-ring was punctured causing leakage, replacement unit is noisy.yh
The summer of 97 the air conditioner had to have an o-ring replaced and it had to be recharged for it to cool properly.on july 7, 1998 the same thing happened again(same type of repair)
While the front left tire was being changed the jack collapsed. The dealership is aware of the prolbem. Dealer stated to consumer that this problem never happened before and that the jack will be sent to the manufacturer for replacement.
Interior dome light failure.
Interior dome light bulb failed.
All four doors on vehicle would unlock or lock on their own whether vehicle wason or turned off. Had been in contact with dealership about problem.
While driving consumer noticed thattransmission failed to shift gears. After being inspected consumer concluded that transmission had failed and needed replacement.
After putting vehicle into park the vehicle shifts into reverse, causing the vehicle to roll backwards. Please describe details.
Ongoing problem with transmission gear not shifting out of gear. Dealer notified and informed consumer that nothing would be done because vehicle was out of warranty. Can nhtsa provide additional information.
Problems with shifter lever, hard to shift into gears. The gear shift lever problem occured when the vehicle was less than a year old.then it happened again four years later.
Had the car for three months when the the gear stuck in park , also the radio stoppedworking . Please describe .
I had difficulty moving the automatic transmission gear shift lever when the car was about 1 year old.the problem would occur on and off over the next few years.i finally had to replace the part when the gear shift lever was stuck with my key still in the ignition about 2 or 3 years ago.i can't remember if it was an electrical/ignition or transmission problem.now the same problem is happening again!
Vehicle pulls to the left/front brake rotors/pads and calipers wore out, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking/defective cv joints, and engine check light comes on.
While driving experienced suddenly cv joint failure when it broke in steering column, causing loss of steering control, hit telephone pole; also, upon impact dual airbags failed to deploy, 2:00 on front bumper, driver's seat shoulder harness failed to retract enough.
Contour design of front seats, causes occupants discomfort in lower back. *sd
Seat belt buckle designed too close to the floor, causing occupants to turn sideways to latch seat belt
In a panic stop, rear restraint unlatched , tossing the childin a cssforward, resulting in minor injuries. Manufacturer has been notified. *ml
Consumer was locked in driver seat because seat belt would not unlatch. Consumer had to cut herself out.notified dealer, repairswere covered underextended warranty.
Upon impact, during frontal crash,hit telephone pole, 2:00 on front bumper, driver's shoulder harness failed to retract enough,causing him to hit steeringwheel.
Abs:when applied, brake pedal went to floor, vehicle rearended another vehicle, airbags did not deploy.dealer replaced rotors/pads.also, shoulder/lap belts did not hold occupants. Please provide vin.
While driving experienced suddenly cv joint failure when it broke in steering column, causing loss of steering control, hit telephone pole; also, upon impact dual airbags failed to deploy, 2:00 on front bumper, driver's seat shoulder harness failed to retract enough.
When driving there is some movement in the driver's side seat due to poor manufacturing design, consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer is awear of the problem.
Front bucket seat back rests failed during vehicle collision.
When vehicle was traveling at 55 mph on interstatea van crashed into the rear of the vehicle. Bothfront seatbacks collapsed.the vehicle was totalled.
The brakes popped when pressed or released therefor the right rotor was replaced along with the master cylinder.
Every ten thousand miles brakes have to be replaced. The brakes began failing right from the first day of purchase and later at 6000 miles and 10000 miles.
Abs:when applied, brake pedal went to floor, vehicle rearended another vehicle, airbags did not deploy.dealer replaced rotors/pads.also, shoulder/lap belts did not hold occupants. Please provide vin.
Consumer was driving about 30 mph, trying to stop, brakes resisted .the brakes went to the floor of the vehicle. The steering wheel locked up,causing the vehicle to collide . The manufacturer has been contacted .
The brake pedal goes all the way down to the floor and the vehicle does not come to a complete stop. At dealership (7) within the last year. Problem has not been located.
Brake failure, when driving at any speed brakes are applied vehicle will pull very hard to the left.
The right brakes were completely worn, while the left brakes were only half worn.
Vehicle pulls to the left/front brake rotors/pads and calipers wore out, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking/defective cv joints, and engine check light comes on.
Popping noise from front brake caliper during slow speed braking.
The brakes popped when pressed or released therefor the right rotor was replaced along with the master cylinder.
Steering wheel; when turning makes a clicking and grinding noise, the dealer is investigating vehicle and cannot duplicate the problem.
Steering locked, causing accident. *sd
While driving car on highway air conditioner seized breaking belt and causing me to lose power steering
Had the car for three months when the the gear stuck in park , also the radio stoppedworking . Please describe .
Serious rust problem discovered in the windshield area of car when having new windshield installed.several years ago, probably 1999, while the car was still under warranty, i attempted to have mazda repair rust that was appearing on the front pillars by the windshield. Their area representative refused, saying that the warranty only covered rusting through.now this has become a safety hazard, because the integrity of the new windshield's mounting is in doubt.
Consumer has brought vehicle in for repairs on several occasions due to suspension popping noise that is in the front and rear of the vehicle, the noise is still present after replacements and repairs of various suspension components. *mjs
While driving at any speedvehicle will make noise while making a turn. Also,it feels unbalanced. Contacted dealer, and the dealer was not willing to do anything.
Vehicle pulls to the left/front brake rotors/pads and calipers wore out, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking/defective cv joints, and engine check light comes on.
When turning 90 degrees or more and going up hill, the non-load bearing suspension wheel, depending on direction of turn, bottoms out and a loud thump occurs.
Left rear tire 'separated' while going to work on i-95 at 11 a.m.i temporary lost control and veered over 3 lanes before regaining control of car. Lucky to be alive.( dot number: ???? tire size: ????? )
Vehicle pulls to the left/front brake rotors/pads and calipers wore out, causing vehicle to vibrate upon braking/defective cv joints, and engine check light comes on.
Car started smoking & within less than 10 minutes the fire that started under the hood had half the car engulfed in flames, within 25 minutes the whole car was completely burned up from front to back.
Intermittently at a stop sign or when decelerating the engine races, and has to apply the brakes to prevent the vehicle from going forward. The dealer has tried to correct this problem twice in a (3) month period, the problem still exists.
Sudden unintended acceleration causing vehicle accident.tt
While driving, sometimes vehicle accelerates.please describe.
I have had a problem with my vehicle - the mazda protg mentioned under "subject" of this e-mail - accelerating without the gas pedal being touched on at least three occasions since i purchased it new in the fall of 1996. The vehicle also exhibited intense rumbling when in drive and waiting at idle at a stop sign or traffic light. On one of several occasions that i returned the vehicle to the dealer about the latter problem, a young attendant at the dealer (mazda maple shade in maple shade, new jersey) mentioned - apparently inadvertently - that the rumbling was a "factory defect". I never mentioned the acceleration problem since i had always managed to put on the breaks firmly whenever it occurred, and thereby prevented movement that could have caused serious damage to anything in front of me as well as the car. The vehicle also has an electronic feature that causes it to audibly "rev up" the motor briefly (approximately several seconds, but less than a minute) to warm up. Once the warm-up cycle ends the car "revs down" to a normal idle sound. Eventually i had another problem with the car that required that a major repair be done to the transmission - at expense to me since the extended warranty i had purchased had worn out. The repair fixed not only the new problem but -coincidentally according to the dealer - the rumbling. I have also not had the acceleration problem since the transmission problem was fixed. All of these problems appear to me to have been connected. I would like to know if other purchasers of this vehicle have had similar problems. From nhtsa web site.
Inadequate ventilation for rear occupants. *sd
Air conditioner and heating fan do not work.
Passenger side electric windows failed.
Poor design of rearview mirror, causes driver's vision to be blocked on right side. *sd
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