1991 GEO Prizm Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1991 GEO Prizm recalls

Most common 1991 GEO Prizm problems

Problem areas named in the 46 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Structure	14
Engine And Engine Cooling	11
Electrical System	8
Seat Belts	6
Exterior Lighting	6
Suspension	6
Latches/Locks/Linkages	4
Visibility	4
Fuel System, Gasoline	3
Tires	3

What owners report

2010-12-13, Exterior Lighting
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 GEO PRIZM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRYING TO DECELERATE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED AND WERE DIM. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY THE DEALER WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT HE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE WIRING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE WIRING AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 170,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

2010-11-17, Latches/Locks/Linkages
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 GEO PRIZM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC USED FOR DOOR KNOBS DISINTEGRATED AND WERE INOPERABLE FOR THE PASSENGER DOORS. THE GEAR SHIFT ALSO FRACTURED AND WAS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE PARTS HAD PREVIOUSLY BEEN REPLACED BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 190,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.

2010-11-17, Engine And Engine Cooling
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1991 GEO PRIZM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, CARBON MONOXIDE WAS PRESENT BECAUSE THE MANIFOLD HAD BEEN FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED TWICE BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 190,000.

2009-09-17, Tires
1991 GEO PRISM HAD A TIRE BLOW OUT AND SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE, BEFORE HITTING THE MEDIAN WALL. *KB OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0738-90.

2005-01-21, Tires
TIRES HAVE BELT SEPARATIONS AND AS WELL AIR BUBBLES WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO BLOW. WHEN TAKEN TO GET SERVICED, SHORTLY AFTER THE SAME THING HAPPENED. *NM

1991 GEO Prizm questions

Does the 1991 GEO Prizm have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1991 GEO Prizm: Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1991 GEO Prizm?

Based on 46 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (14), Engine And Engine Cooling (11), Electrical System (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 1991 GEO Prizm 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.