Mazda Protege 5 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 1 owner complaint and 0 safety recalls on file for the Mazda Protege 5, across 1 model years (2002–2002). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (1).
Mazda Protege 5 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Protege 5 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Protege 5: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
All Mazda Protege 5 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Protege 5 | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Mazda Protege 5 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2002 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Mazda Protege 5?
No complaints are on file yet.
How many recalls does the Mazda Protege 5 have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.