1993 Geo Metro vs 1993 Honda Civic
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 | 1993 Geo Metro | 1993 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 50 | 146 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 3 | 16 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 40 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 33–40 | 26–38 |
| Median reported mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Geo Metro | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 27 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 25 |
| Structure | 12 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 13 |
| Steering | 0 | 15 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 11 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 12 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 8 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
1993 Geo Metro
1993 Honda Civic
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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.