1992 Geo Metro vs 1992 Subaru SVX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1992 Geo Metro | 1992 Subaru SVX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 231 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1 | 13 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 33–40 | 18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Metro | Subaru SVX |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 | 200 |
| Suspension | 9 | 19 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 9 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 6 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 7 | 1 |
| Visibility | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
1992 Geo Metro
1992 Subaru SVX
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.