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The Good
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1997 Mazda Protege: Quick Overview
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1997 Mazda Protege Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 1997 |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Protege |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Convertible |
| Category | Compact Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Japan |
| Manufacturing City | HIROSHIMA |
Dimensions
| Doors | - |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | Z5D |
| Engine Size | 1.5L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | - |
| Transmission Type | - |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 1997 Mazda Protege Have?
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How long will the 1997 Mazda Protege last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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1997 Mazda Protege Prices and Market Value
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1997 Mazda Protege Cost of Ownership
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1997 Mazda Protege Fuel Efficiency
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Gasoline
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-
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-
Highway Mileage
-
1997 Mazda Protege Safety Rating
NHTSA
1997 Mazda Protege Recalls & Defects
Electrical System:ignition:switch
Recall date
2015-10-19
Recall no.
15v674000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) IS Recalling Certain Model Year 1989-1998 Mpv, 1990-1995 323, 1990-1998 Protege, 1992-1993 Mx-3, 1993-1995 929, 1993-1997 Mx-6, and 1993-1998 626 Vehicles. IN THE Affected Vehicles, Grease Applied TO THE Contact Points Inside THE Ignition Switch MAY Become Conductive and Overheat.
Consequence
IF THE Ignition Switch Overheats There Would BE AN Increased Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Mazda Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Ignition Switch, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON December 17, 2015. Owners MAY Contact Mazda Customer Experience Center AT 1-800-222-5500, Option#6. Mazda's Number FOR This Recall IS 8715j.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Exterior Lighting
Recall date
2009-04-07
Recall no.
09e012000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Sabersport IS Recalling 16,270 Combination Corner and Bumper Lamp Assemblies OF Various Part Numbers Sold FOR USE AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR Various Passenger Vehicles. These Headlamps Fail TO Conform TO THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 108, "lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." These Lamps DO NOT Contain THE Required Amber Side Reflectors.
Consequence
Decreased Lighting Visibility MAY Result IN A Vehicle Crash.
Remedy
Sabersport Will Notify Owners and Offer A Full Refund FOR THE Noncompliant Combination Lamps. THE Safety Recall Began ON MAY 11, 2009. Owners MAY Contact Sabersport AT 1-909-598-7589.
Notes
This Recall Only Pertains TO Aftermarket Replacement Equipment and HAS NO Relation TO ANY Original Equipment Installed ON Vehicles Produced BY THE Vehicle Manufacturer.in Order TO Determine IF Your Aftermarket Lamp Assembly IS Affected BY This Noncompliance, Please Review THE List OF Model Numbers Provided TO US BY Sabersport.the List CAN BE Found Under "document Search" Located AT THE Bottom OF Your Screen.owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO <A Href=http://Www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
1997 Mazda Protege Insurance
Insurance for a 1997 Mazda Protege is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Convertible with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 1997 Mazda Protege Compare to Other Convertible?
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Final Verdict: Is the 1997 Mazda Protege a Good Convertible?
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