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Sedans Mazda Protege Mazda Protege Rust Problems
31 messages, Last post on Nov 15, 2009 at 6:57 PM
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Replying to: 02mazda (Jul 16, 2009 4:35 am) I hear you. Actually I'm getting obsessed! As I walk by vehicles I glance at the state of the body and look for rust ... sure enough, I see other Proteges with the familiar pattern of rust around the rear wheel wells. This does not inspire confidence in the brand, especially if you know you have done everything reasonable to maintain the vehicle (e.g. rustproofing). I believe the problem partially involves the manufacturing process and partially customer relations. If auto manufacturers want to survive beyond the initial sale, they should recognize that they have a responsibility to their customers to maintain fair value in their investment. In a related vein, Mazda had announced earlier this summer a new painting process to reduce the impact on the environment. Let's hope Mazda is looking for other ways of improving their processes to respond to customer issues. |
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It appears to me the only recourse I have will be to be brutally frank & honest when Consumer Reports sends me their annual product survey this year. I have up 2 this point raved about the car, but I will now have 2 B brutally honest about the substandard body on the car. Any other drivers of this marque who subscribe to Consumer Reports could do the same thing if they have experienced these same rust issues. A shame, as overall the car is, & has been, a joy to drive & is quite reliable. I fear Mazda has learned some of the plays out of the Detroit playbook. They should focus on what happened to Mopar & the General as a result & maybe reevaulate this stance? 
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I have a 2002 Mazda Protege 5. The black rubber piece that covers the middle half of the back bumper needs replacing, it's rippled and turning gray instead of black. where do I obtain this piece? or can I? I've searched all over hte web for this "part" or "piece". Ca anyone help?
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Replying to: zoomzoom21 (Jul 18, 2009 3:01 pm) My plate says Zoom Ohio My wife's plate say ZZ Miata We're Mazda nuts. I also have a 2002 MP5. The black rub strip wasn't factory original and if you remove it and clean up the bumper you will be fine. However, it is a stocked part at the dealership. You may be able to bring back the color with a tire treatment product like Armorall. Ask a counterman at Autozone or Advance. At this point in time, I'd suggest you remove it, clean up the bumper, and move on. I added my strip AFTER I took delivery. BruceKennedy  sssnet.com Canton Ohio 70k 2002 |
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I appreciate the info. I'll try that. I'll let ypu know. much thanks! |
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Replying to: 02mazda (Jul 16, 2009 5:25 pm)
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Replying to: kschleic (Sep 02, 2009 1:24 pm)
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Replying to: 02mazda (Sep 02, 2009 4:44 pm) It is a consistent problem. Anyone know of any rust class actions that succeeded on other makes? The Toyota pickup had a rust problem with the frame that became a structural problem. Toyota gave trade ins on the the problem trucks and a good price on the replacement new truck. My brother in law was a victim of this rust. The problem with the Mazda Protege5 2002 and 2003 is in the same place as Hondas and Toyotas in the 90's rusted out. Best check is to look at a car you are looking to buy, a model that is 7 years old. We have had four Miatas, some 10 years old and never had the problem at this location. I believe some of the problem Protege5's were made in Thailand. Bruce Kennedy Canton Ohio |
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Replying to: zoom_oh_2002p5 (Sep 02, 2009 6:06 pm) That is simply not true. They were built in Japan. I think you guys expect a little too much out of your cars. It is pretty normal for rust to be showing up on cars that are 7 or 8 eight years old in areas of the country where they dump profuse amounts of salt on the roads in the winters. I can tell you first hand that Honda has always had a problem with rust. Their cars show the same amount of rust and more than my P5. The leading edge of the hood on my VW was considerably rusted after 6 years. It is what it is. |
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Replying to: iamz (Sep 03, 2009 6:30 am)
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