1991 GEO Metro Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1991 GEO Metro has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 50 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Latches/Locks/Linkages (16 reports).

2Recalls
50Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Metro?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1991 GEO Metro recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 95V103007May 24, 1995466,902 vehicles affected

Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch

Recall 93V189001Nov 23, 1993356,097 vehicles affected

Most common 1991 GEO Metro problems

Problem areas named in the 50 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Latches/Locks/Linkages16
Seat Belts15
Engine And Engine Cooling5
Electrical System5
Structure5
Seats4
Visibility3
Air Bags3
Suspension2
Fuel System, Gasoline2

What owners report

2004-07-12, Seats
WHILE GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S SEAT RECLINED. DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. *AK
2003-05-22, Seat Belts
THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SINGLE CAR COLLISION WHERE BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS BECAME UN-BUCKLED, WHICH RESULTED IN THE PASSENGER BEING EJECTED FROM THE VEHICLE AND KILLED. RELATED RECALL 95V103007, MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED. *JB
2002-11-13, Structure
CONSUMERS HUSBAND WAS IN MOTION WHEN THERE WAS A POPPING SOUND, FOLLOWED BY LOST OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. ALL BRAKING AND STEERING POWER WAS LOST. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHO INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THE UNISTRUT FRAME ON THE VEHICLE HAD BROKEN. CHEVROLET DETERMINED THAT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS ENVIRONMENTAL AND NO REIMBURSEMENT OR REPLACEMENT VEHICLE WILL BE INCURRED. CONSUMER REQUESTS REIMBURSEMENT FOR MONIES PAID. *JG
2001-04-09, Fuel System, Gasoline
GUARDS THAT COVER FUEL LINES UNDERNEATH VEHICLE FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING. *AK *SLC
2001-04-09, Suspension
WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT HAD A FLAT, VEERING TO RIGHT. ALSO GRINDING NOISE. WHEEL ASSEMBLY WAS TORN AND RUBBED ON WHEEL WELL FRAME. *AK CONSUMER STATES THAT THE FRAME WHERE CONTROL ARM ATTACHES FAILED DUE TO EXTENSIVE CORROSION. *SLC

1991 GEO Metro questions

Does the 1991 GEO Metro have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1991 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 1991 GEO Metro?

Based on 50 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Latches/Locks/Linkages (16), Seat Belts (15), Engine And Engine Cooling (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 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.

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