CarRecallWatchThe 1989 GEO Metro has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (8 reports).
1989 GEO Metro recalls
Most common 1989 GEO Metro problems
Problem areas named in the 27 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 8 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
1. HOOD FLEW UP ON FREEWAY AND SHATTERD WINDSHIELD AND DAMAGE HOOD BEYOND REPAIR. 2.FUEL SYSTEM THE CAR WOULD STALL 3. WOULD WEAR OUT BRAKE PADS UNEVENLY AND SCAR ROTERS
ON OCTOBER 8, 2001, THE HOOD OF OUR 1989 GEO METRO FLEW UP AND CRACKED OUR WINDSHIELD, DESTROYED THE HOOD AND OBSCURED OUR VISION. AFTER TALKING WITH ANOTHER GEO OWNER WE WERE TOLD THERE WAS A RECALL ON GEO METROS FOR A HOOD LATCH DEFECT. WHEN LOOKING AT OUR HOOD IT WAS EVIDENT THIS IS WHAT HAPPENED HAS THE SPOT WELDS DID NOT HOLD. I CONTACTED THIS SITE FIRST AND IT APPEARS THERE WAS A CAMPAIGN FOR THIS DEFECT. HOWEVER, WHEN CALLING THE DEALER TO PROCEED I WAS TOLD MY CAR DID NOT COME UP FOR A RECALL IN THE SYSTEM. I THEN CONTACTED GM TO FURTHER DISCUSS THE SAFETY OF MY CAR. WE HAVE RELACED THE HOOD WITH A USED HOOD WHICH I AM SURE COULD POSSIBLY CONTAIN THE SAME DEFECT. I WAS TOLD TH
THE CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH 0IL CARBURETOR. THE CONSUMER OIL SHOOTS UP INTO THE CARBURETOR, WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO DIE OUT. THE MANUFACTURER HAS YET TO BE CONTACTED. *AK
WHEN THE SEATBELTS ARE IN USE THE BELTS LOCK UP TOO TIGHT AND WILL NOT LOOSEN UNTIL THE BELT BUCKLE COMES LOOSE. DEALER SAYS THAT IS HOW THEY WORK. *AK
OWNER DID NOT RECEIVE RECALL NOTICE ON HOOD FAILURE BEFORE HOOD CAME OFF WHILE DRIVING.
1989 GEO Metro questions
Does the 1989 GEO Metro have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1989 GEO Metro: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1989 GEO Metro?
Based on 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (8), Latches/Locks/Linkages (6), Seat Belts (4).
How do I check if a recall on my 1989 GEO Metro has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.