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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JM1BJ2216X0150485 · Checked Sep 28, 2026
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JM1BJ2216X0•••••• 1999 Mazda PROTEGE

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63on the model
22builds in total
Most reported Tires 1 Steering 1 Power Train 1

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Steering Jan 2002
The vehicals tacometer was fluttering and the vehical was stalling at lights and stop signs the check engine light came on and we brought the vehical to the dealer. The dealer repaired the problem stating the intake manafoild gasket was cracked. Just barely over the warenty we…
Tires Jan 2001
Took car into dealership for investigation of 'humming' noise coming from front right tire and vibration of steering at 65mph. Service dept stated all four tires are cupping in causing uneven wear on tread.also stated that the front right wheel is bent. They recommended…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN JM1BJ2216X0150485 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.