Mazda Recall 95V-033: Engine and engine cooling – engine

Affected: 1995 Mazda Protege. Filed with NHTSA on February 21, 1995, covering about 5,760 vehicles.

The problem

The wire rod used in the manufacture of the engine valve springs can develop minute cracks causing breakage of the springs.

The risk

This breakage can cause engine chatter, damage to the engine pistons, and cause the engine to stall increasing the potential for an accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace all sixteen (16) valve springs in the engine of the affected vehicles.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign95V-033 (95V033000)
ManufacturerMazda Motor Corp.
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine
Report dateFebruary 21, 1995
Owners notifiedMarch 3, 1995
Vehicles affected5,760
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 95V-033 repair free?

Yes. Mazda dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace all sixteen (16) valve springs in the engine of the affected vehicles.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,760 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.