1994 Mazda Protege: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 1994 Mazda Protege: 1 recall, 74 owner complaints and up to 27 mpg combined.
Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Electrical Vehicle recall #15V674000 · 2015 · 1,368,500 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, grease applied to the contact points inside the ignition switch May become conductive and overheat.
Why it matters: If the ignition switch overheats there would be an increased risk of a fire.
The fix: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2015.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Seat belts (37): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (7): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (2).
- Engine & cooling (6): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2).
- Electrical (5): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (4), electrical failure (2).
The 1994 Mazda Protege has 74 owner complaints, ranking #6 of 14 Protege model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 77). Complaints peaked in 1995 (18 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 95,000 miles. Neighboring years: 1993 (44 complaints, 1 recalls), 1995 (165 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 | 33 | 27 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 27 | 24 | Regular |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 22 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 1994 Mazda Protege have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 1994 Mazda Protege. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 1994 Mazda Protege problems?
Owners have filed 74 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are seat belts (37), transmission & drivetrain (7), engine & cooling (6).
What gas mileage does the 1994 Mazda Protege get?
EPA ratings run up to 27 mpg combined (1.8 L, Manual 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 1994 Mazda Protege repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.