NHTSA — Fuel System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1997 Mazda Protege fuel system problems

fuel system problem

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1997 Mazda Protege Owner Comments

problem #3

Feb 082000

(reported on)

Protege

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

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.

- Harrisville, MO, USA

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problem #2

Oct 271999

Protege

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Lewiston, ME, USA

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problem #1

Jul 131999

Protege

  • miles
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.

- Iawa Cita, IA, USA

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